Landfill Operator (Part-time)

Council is currently seeking applications for a Landfill Operator at the Kirknie Landfill to operate and conduct daily waste management operations.  This is a part time position.  The successful applicant will be required to work a set roster of a minimum 16 hours per fortnight.

The key responsibilities include:

• Opening and securing the site each operating day.
• Controlling and directing general public and any contractors operating on site.
• Determining correct waste disposal charges and waste levy to be applied.
• Receive and account for money received from customers in payment.
• Operation of weighbridge and associated technology.
• Daily pushing, compacting and covering waste, and completing tasks in a safe and timely manner.
• Completion of daily checklists, leachate level records and banking reconciliation forms.
• Monitoring and maintenance of segregated waste and storage areas (green waste, concrete, metals etc.).
• Ensuring waste acceptance criteria are met.
• Undertake daily machinery maintenance prior to machinery start-up (six-point check).
• Conduct basic preventative maintenance and clean plant as required.

Applicants should familiarise themselves with the entire position description.

The gross fortnightly wage for this position is $490.54 including Construction Allowance.

Application packages are available from the Human Resources Office on (07) 4783 9800 or you can download the application package using the following link.

Application Package

Applications for 21/45 – Landfill Operator (Part-time) should include:

• A cover letter
• A current resume
• Statements addressing the selection criteria
• Copies of relevant qualifications and licences

Applications can be submitted using one of the following methods (Word or PDF format is preferable):

• Email – employment@burdekin.qld.gov.au
• Mail – Confidential Application No. 21/45, PO Box 974, Ayr Qld 4807

Applications will remain open until the position is filled.

For further information please contact the Coordinator Waste Services – Mitul Desai on (07) 4783 9800.