At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate heavy machinery and maintain waste management facilities while ensuring cleanliness and customer service.
- Company: Join Wentworth Shire Council, a community-focused organisation with a positive culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, superannuation, annual leave, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Experience the unique lifestyle of Wentworth Shire, surrounded by nature and outdoor activities.
- Why this job: Make a difference in your community while working in a beautiful outdoor environment.
- Qualifications: No specific qualifications required, just a motivated attitude and willingness to learn.
The predicted salary is between 65979 - 65979 $ per year.
Wentworth Shire Council is seeking a suitable and motivated individual for the position of Plant Operator/Labourer (Waste Recycling). As a member of the team, you will be required to operate heavy plant & equipment at Council's waste management facilities, including the Buronga Landfill, as well as the transfer stations at Wentworth, Pomona and Dareton.
You may also be required to undertake a range of other duties including maintaining the sites in a clean and tidy condition, litter control, cleaning and upkeep of all building sites and amenities, and some level of customer service.
The position is subject to the satisfactory completion of a three-month probation period and has a commencing salary of $65,979.47 plus 12% superannuation. The successful applicant will be required to undergo a fit for work assessment along with a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
Join Wentworth Shire Council for a career in a progressive, community-focused work environment that prioritises the interests of the Shire. Wentworth Shire Council is committed to becoming a child safe organisation by embedding the NSW Child Safe Standards across our organisation. An advocate of Equal Employment Opportunity, Council offers outstanding working conditions and a team-oriented, positive culture.
Employees at Wentworth Shire Council are provided with a range of benefits:
- Accrued Rostered Days Off throughout the year (for eligible roles), in addition to four weeks of Annual Leave
- Long Service Leave entitlements after five years of service
- Professional development opportunities
- 12% superannuation
Wentworth Shire, home to about 8,000 residents, offers a unique lifestyle by the Murray and Darling Rivers. It's a place of natural beauty and outdoor activities, ideal for families. Nearby Mildura provides additional amenities and cultural experiences. This balance makes Wentworth Shire an attractive location for living, working, and exploring.
Further information on the role and application process can be found from Council's website www.wentworth.nsw.gov.au/employment or by contacting Glen Norris, Manager Human Resources on (03) 5027 5***.
Plant Operator/Labourer (Waste Recycling) employer: Wentworth Shire Council
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