Waste Services Operator

About Us: Kempsey Shire Council (KSC) is located on the Mid North Coast of NSW, known for its genuine hospitality, pristine beaches, sub-tropical rainforests, mountain ranges, rock river gorges, sprawling farmland and peaceful villages. We are a progressive, proactive and dynamic organisation, and we pride ourselves on the respectful and supportive workplace we have cultivated. With 360+ dedicated staff managing $1.5 billion worth of assets across many sites throughout the Shire, KSC work closely with our community to build an inspired, connected Macleay Valley. Your New Role:Are you passionate about environmental sustainability and committed to ensuring the efficient management of waste resources? Join our team as a Waste Services Operator and play a crucial role in maintaining the functionality of our Kempsey Landfill Management Centre, whilst promoting the efficient collection, disposal and management of waste materials within our community.In this role, you'll experience a diverse range of tasks every day - including working at different transfer stations from time to time, operating machinery, managing weighbridge operations, handling waste management and performing administrative duties. Each day promises a fresh set of tasks and experiences, ensuring that no two days are alike! Key responsibilities include:·     Providing education and direction to customers in relation to load separation.·     Identifying waste types and waste streams, removing unsuitable waste from designated waste streams.·     Operating machinery including landfill compactors, excavators, front-end loaders, forklifts, telehandlers, skid-steer loaders, slasher mowers etc.·     Undertaking daily maintenance of weighbridge, equipment, plant, buildings      and amenities.·     Operating the weighbridge.·     Handling and responding to all incoming enquiries (face-to-face/telephone)·     Completing administrative tasks, including banking reconciliation, financial transaction reporting, etc.For a full list of the Key Accountabilities of the role, please refer to the Position Description.About You:You will hold:·      Certificate III in Waste Management or have equivalent relevant experience and willingness to complete the Cert III. Â·     Relevant certifications for operating minor and major plant items where applicable (e.g. forklift licence, compactor, excavator etc).·     A current WHS Construction Induction Certificate (white card).·     A current and valid HR driver’s licence.In addition, you’ll bring demonstrated experience in the use of plant equipment, customer service and administration tasks. Previous experience in weighbridge operations is highly regarded. You have existing knowledge of waste facility operations and are accustomed to working in this environment. In addition, you are a competent communicator and possess strong time management skills, computer literacy and dedication to your work.Importantly, you have an ability to work a rotating roster which includes weekends.Benefits of working for Kempsey Shire Council:As the successful candidate, you’ll enjoy:·    A rotating roster with multiple consecutive days off.·    Weekly salary of $1,270.88 to $1,430.37 (plus superannuation).·    A working environment focused on wellbeing, including rostered days off, EAP access, social club, as well as health and wellbeing programs.·    A supportive, collaborative working environment designed to help you grow!Interested?Please apply via Council’s website http://careers.kempsey.nsw.gov.au/ Note that you will be required to prepare and submit:A short statement (maximum 2 pages) outlining how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities will enable you to achieve the key accountabilities of the role (as listed in the Position Description); andYour current resume.Applications Close: COB Wednesday, 19 February 2025Please note that Council reserves the right to close this job advertisement before the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is found. Therefore, we encourage all interested applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible.Have questions? Please contact Jason Magill - Waste Manager, for a confidential discussion on Ph: 02 6566 3200.Please Note:Our recruitment notification process is primarily via system generated emails. Please ensure your email is correct before submitting your application to avoid missing crucial updates.Completion of a pre-employment medical assessment is a requirement of KSC’s recruitment process for this position.Vaccinations for tetanus and hepatitis A & B are a requirement of this position. You must be up-to-date with these vaccinations and able to provide confirmation prior to commencement in this position.If you experience any difficulties applying online, please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6566 3200 or email jobs@kempsey.nsw.gov.auThank you and good luck with your application.Kempsey Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and we celebrate our diverse, inclusive and values-led workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse culture and linguistic backgrounds and people with a disability. In addition, Kempsey Shire Council will provide reasonable adjustments for suitably qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require additional assistance to participate in the recruitment process, please discuss with the advertised contact person. You can ask for reasonable adjustments to be made at any time during the recruitment process. Position Description AUD West Kempsey 2440

Waste Services Operator

About Us:

Kempsey Shire Council (KSC) is located on the Mid North Coast of NSW, known for its genuine hospitality, pristine beaches, sub-tropical rainforests, mountain ranges, rock river gorges, sprawling farmland and peaceful villages.

We are a progressive, proactive and dynamic organisation, and we pride ourselves on the respectful and supportive workplace we have cultivated. With 360+ dedicated staff managing $1.5 billion worth of assets across many sites throughout the Shire, KSC work closely with our community to build an inspired, connected Macleay Valley. 

Your New Role:

Are you passionate about environmental sustainability and committed to ensuring the efficient management of waste resources? Join our team as a Waste Services Operator and play a crucial role in maintaining the functionality of our Kempsey Landfill Management Centre, whilst promoting the efficient collection, disposal and management of waste materials within our community.

In this role, you'll experience a diverse range of tasks every day - including working at different transfer stations from time to time, operating machinery, managing weighbridge operations, handling waste management and performing administrative duties. Each day promises a fresh set of tasks and experiences, ensuring that no two days are alike!

Key responsibilities include:

·     Providing education and direction to customers in relation to load separation.

·     Identifying waste types and waste streams, removing unsuitable waste from designated waste streams.

·     Operating machinery including landfill compactors, excavators, front-end loaders, forklifts, telehandlers, skid-steer loaders, slasher mowers etc.

·     Undertaking daily maintenance of weighbridge, equipment, plant, buildings      and amenities.

·     Operating the weighbridge.

·     Handling and responding to all incoming enquiries (face-to-face/telephone)

·     Completing administrative tasks, including banking reconciliation, financial transaction reporting, etc.

For a full list of the Key Accountabilities of the role, please refer to the Position Description.

About You:

You will hold:

·      Certificate III in Waste Management or have equivalent relevant experience and willingness to complete the Cert III. 

·     Relevant certifications for operating minor and major plant items where applicable (e.g. forklift licence, compactor, excavator etc).

·     A current WHS Construction Induction Certificate (white card).

·     A current and valid HR driver’s licence.

In addition, you’ll bring demonstrated experience in the use of plant equipment, customer service and administration tasks. Previous experience in weighbridge operations is highly regarded. You have existing knowledge of waste facility operations and are accustomed to working in this environment. In addition, you are a competent communicator and possess strong time management skills, computer literacy and dedication to your work.

Importantly, you have an ability to work a rotating roster which includes weekends.

Benefits of working for Kempsey Shire Council:

As the successful candidate, you’ll enjoy:

·    A rotating roster with multiple consecutive days off.

·    Weekly salary of $1,270.88 to $1,430.37 (plus superannuation).

·    A working environment focused on wellbeing, including rostered days off, EAP access, social club, as well as health and wellbeing programs.

·    A supportive, collaborative working environment designed to help you grow!

Interested?

Please apply via Council’s website http://careers.kempsey.nsw.gov.au/ Note that you will be required to prepare and submit:

  • A short statement (maximum 2 pages) outlining how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities will enable you to achieve the key accountabilities of the role (as listed in the Position Description); and
  • Your current resume.

Applications Close: COB Wednesday, 19 February 2025

Please note that Council reserves the right to close this job advertisement before the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is found. Therefore, we encourage all interested applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible.

Have questions? Please contact Jason Magill - Waste Manager, for a confidential discussion on Ph: 02 6566 3200.

Please Note:

  • Our recruitment notification process is primarily via system generated emails. Please ensure your email is correct before submitting your application to avoid missing crucial updates.
  • Completion of a pre-employment medical assessment is a requirement of KSC’s recruitment process for this position.
  • Vaccinations for tetanus and hepatitis A & B are a requirement of this position. You must be up-to-date with these vaccinations and able to provide confirmation prior to commencement in this position.

If you experience any difficulties applying online, please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6566 3200 or email jobs@kempsey.nsw.gov.au

Thank you and good luck with your application.

Kempsey Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and we celebrate our diverse, inclusive and values-led workforce. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse culture and linguistic backgrounds and people with a disability. In addition, Kempsey Shire Council will provide reasonable adjustments for suitably qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require additional assistance to participate in the recruitment process, please discuss with the advertised contact person. You can ask for reasonable adjustments to be made at any time during the recruitment process.