Waste Services Operator
Temporary Full Time (until January 2025)
$59,956pa + super
Who are we?
Rural City of Wangaratta is a progressive organisation with a focus on supporting its staff and taking care of its customers. We are nestled in the heart of the high country in Victoria surrounded by great places to work, live, rest and play. We are close to cities, snow, bush and within easy reach of other states and a regional airport.
About the role
Council is seeking a motivated Waste Services Operator to provide quality waste management within Council's Waste Management unit. This will require great customer service skills while working at Council transfer stations, Landfill & Organics facilities, collecting councils kerbside bins for the rural and urban residences and businesses, and assisting with other duties within the waste team.
You will need to hold a heavy rigid driver licence and preferably have experience in the operation of side loading waste compaction vehicles. However, competent truck drivers without this experience will be considered.
We offer an inclusive, friendly, flexible, supportive and safe work environment. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.
Why work for Rural City of Wangaratta?
As a team member of Rural City of Wangaratta, you will gain access to a range of exciting benefits, including:
- Being part of an inclusive, supportive, and dynamic team.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities to support you in achieving your career goals.
- Flexible employment options to ensure you maintain a healthy work-life balance.
- Corporate benefits, including flu injections, reduced gym membership, amongst others.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for ongoing mental health and wellbeing support
Further enquiries about this position should be directed to Allan Ely - Waste Team Leader - 0419 306 912.
Applications close Monday at 3pm on 18th December 2023 although you may be appointed earlier.
Rural City of Wangaratta is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. Employment applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. In addition, applications for positions that work with children must provide referees who can comment on their experience working with children. These roles also require a valid Working with Children Check and all roles require a National Criminal History Check.
When submitting your application, you will need to include:
- Your current contact details;
- A cover letter to your application. This document is an introduction to your application and will generally include an outline as to why you have applied for the role;
- A current resume with a minimum of two current referees;
- A letter stating how you meet the key selection criteria, providing evidence that clearly demonstrates what you have achieved in relation to the position. It is helpful to use each selection criteria as a heading and then explain how your skills and experience meet that criterion; and
- Copies of any relevant qualifications or licence.