Landfill Operator – Kununurra

Applications Close (AWST): 6:00 PM 30/11/2026

Salary up to: $80,000 - $89,999

Occupation: Waste Services

Work Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Kununurra - Remote WA

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley values inclusivity and promotes a workplace that actively seeks to welcome contributions from all people. We encourage people of all abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, diverse cultures and backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and all age groups to apply.

The Organisation

The Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley (SWEK) believes that providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees is extremely important. We are committed to employing people who share the SWEK Values of Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Communication, and Respect; these Values are incorporated into all aspects of employment at SWEK.

The East Kimberley

The East Kimberley is a stunning and sparsely populated area in the northeast corner of Western Australia and is known as one of the world's last wilderness frontiers. As a global tourism attraction, it is also known for its pristine kaleidoscope of colour, outback adventures, world-class fishing, excellent caravan parks, luxury accommodation options, great food, and friendly locals. It is an amazing and very unique part of Australia. The East Kimberley is diverse in many ways, with a unique mix of cultures, lifestyles, and abundant opportunities.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a motivated Operator to join our Landfill Team in Kununurra to assist site to ensure the efficient operation of the disposal site assisting and providing landfill attendant services. The role will also focus on ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements as well as providing high standards of customer service to members of the general public.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring daily pre-operational checks and prescribed plant/machinery maintenance is carried out fully and all faults or defects are reported;
• Maximising the efficiency of the plant and machinery on all tasks;
• Constructing and maintaining landfill storm water swale drains, retention ponds and internal roads;
• Compacting waste at the landfill tip face, pushing up of waste and recyclable material and operating the water and hook lift trucks on a daily basis;
• Providing high quality customer service to residents, contractors and business owners at all times (face to face, via phone or in writing) in accordance with the Shire’s Customer Service Charter;
• Assisting with gatekeeping duties as required, including but not limited to: Operating boom gate and/or weighbridge; Keeping accurate computer-based records relating to waste received and distributing in accordance with policies and procedures; Processing cash and EFTPOS payments; Monitoring and inspecting vehicles; Maintaining waste registers; Checking loads of rubbish for asbestos, oil, tyres, batteries, chemicals and other hazardous goods and ensuring waste complies with licence requirements; and Directing customers to correct tipping areas and arranging for assistance where required;
• Undertaking general housekeeping/cleaning duties of gatehouse and site as required in order to maintain a safe, clean and tidy work area;
• Seeking ways to improve performance in association with other team members and their Supervisor;
• Attending and participating in toolbox meetings, inductions and training, as required;
• Attending and participating in team meetings, inductions and training and following organisational specific procedures and processes when/where required.

Relevant qualifications, current unrestricted WA Manual “MR’ or “HR” Class Driver’s Licence are essential for this role and current First Aid qualifications are desirable but not essential. You will also need experience in the ability to work outdoors in East Kimberley conditions, ability to safely operate relevant equipment and strong communication skills.

Salary and Benefits

Working for SWEK means that in addition to the competitive annual salary range indicated at the top of this page, you may also enjoy a range of benefits including:

• 6 weeks annual leave
• 12% employer superannuation, with the Shire offering to match up to an additional 5% in co-contributions when the employee contributes an equivalent amount
• Salary packaging opportunities for motor vehicles, rent or mortgage interest expenses
• 11 public holidays with 2 additional 'Local Government Days' per year
• Flexible working arrangements
• Shire provided corporate uniforms
• A variety of health and wellbeing programs including free membership to the Kununurra Leisure Centre and Wyndham Pool, free health assessments, mental health programs and Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) services

Please note that, where applicable, benefits will be applied pro-rata to casual, part-time and maximum-term roles. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Australia and will be required to provide evidence of this entitlement — acceptable evidence includes an Australian or New Zealand passport, birth certificate, or foreign passport with a relevant visa. Applicants will also be required to provide a National Police Clearance before the interview stage of the recruitment process.