Waste Relief Operator

This is a great full-time position for someone who is keen to learn various parts of Council operations, supporting both the waste and wastewater teams.

We are looking for someone to work at both the Armidale Wastewater Treatment Plant and the Armidale Waste Management Facility who is team focused and able to work independently. You must have good time management skills while being reliable and willing to learn.

The Waste Relief Operator is required to operate and maintain the Wastewater Treatment Plant and related equipment and chemicals to prescribed standards. The position holder will also need to perform grounds and building maintenance and clerical duties as required for both the Waste and Wastewater facilities. When working at the Waste Management Facility, you will carry out general waste transfer station and community recycling centre operations including but not limited to weighbridge operation, giving customer instructions and assistance, litter pick up, loading and delivery of recovered products like mulches, compost, crushed concrete etc.

About you

Council is focused on developing a strong culture by embedding values of wellbeing, inclusion, commitment and transparency into everything we do. This is at the heart of how we work. The right person for the job is able to live these values, call out others where they aren't, and 'walk the talk'.

We want to hear about you! So in your application, tell us about...

• Why do you want to work at Armidale Regional Council?
• What makes you the best person for the role?
• Your qualifications and experience relevant to the role.

Please note:

• Only the three questions above need to be addressed in your application, however your resume and cover letter will be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria located within the Position Description attached to this advertisement.
• You will also be required to attach PDF copies of your qualifications, tickets &/or accreditations to your application.

We want you to enjoy working at Armidale Regional Council as much as we do, so here’s what’s included:

• Salary from $1,044.05 per week (plus superannuation) based on a 38 hour week.
• Flexible working provisions and a 9-day fortnight
• Long service leave after 5 years
• Generous leave entitlements
• Gym discounts

Are you ready to be part of reviving the region and join the Water & Waste Teams?

• If you would like further information on the role, please contact Shaun Brennan, Supervisor Waste Water Treatment & Reuse Farm on 0427 295 716 for a confidential discussion.
• Armidale Regional Council is an inclusive employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status.
• Council recognises the unique skills and attributes demonstrated by service personnel in their service to our country and applications from ex-service personnel are welcome. All applicants who are veterans will be provided with specific feedback on their application if they are unsuccessful. The Local Government Rank to Grade Guide was developed to help both hiring managers and veterans understand how ADF skills and experience align with public sector jobs. You can use this guide as a tool to help you identify where your skills and qualifications align you to. For further information, and to access this guide, please click Here.