Trainee Crew Member Waste Management

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Embark on a rewarding journey towards a Certificate III in Waste Management - earn while you learn in 2026 Gain valuable qualifications while working in a supportive environment that prioritises your growth Local role with work/life balance - 9 day fortnight Contribute directly to the efficiency and safety of Central Coast Council's waste management About The Role As a Trainee Crew Member, you will be at the heart of assisting in the operation of Central Coast Council Waste Facilities and ensuring that this is at a standard that meets Council’s social, economic and environmental objectives. This role is designed for those eager to learn and grow, providing you the opportunity to gain valuable skills while contributing to the community's needs. Your responsibilities will include providing excellent customer focused waste management services, plan and deliver work tasks to meet assigned work plans, timeframes and budgets, work with appropriate tools, plants and equipment to complete duties, carry yourself in accordance with Work Health and Safety (WHS), Relevant Policies and initiatives on worksite, and carry out programmed operational and maintenance work as directed by Crew Leader. This position is required to provide quality customer service and create value for the community. We are looking for an enthusiastic, honest and reliable individual who is ready to embrace the challenges of a dynamic work environment and contribute meaningfully to the team. Your attitude and willingness to learn are just as important as your qualifications. Please note interviews will be held on Wednesday 10 December at our Buttonderry Waste Facility. To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Have A sincere interest in the waste operation environment and desire to build a career in this field Demonstrate excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively interact with team members and customers. Show strong problem-solving abilities and a willingness to adapt to changing circumstances Ability to complete tasks to meet project schedules and deadlines Minimum education of Year 10 School Certificate or RoSA (Record of School Achievement) Ability to undertake training to obtain qualifications in the waste operation field Other Important Information The salary range for these positions sit between $494 to $847 per week ($25.8K to $44.1K per annum) dependent on age and school qualifications + 12% Superannuation This is a temporary full-time role The role will be able to access a 9 day fortnight The role is located at Buttonderry Waste Facility The successful applicant will have the ability to complete training online Extra Benefits At Central Coast Council we provide team members with a range of extras that help them balance their life when they need it. Fitness Passports give access to a range of gyms. Wellbeing leave can be accessed twice a year to tick off something that means something to you - volunteering, health check-ups. And an Employee Assistance Program that offers a range of wellbeing initiatives to help you and your immediate family. Other Extras Include Free flu vaccination program Time provided for you to do annual skin cancer screening, Breast screen and blood donations Access to professional development with career development and learning programs through various platforms We reward and recognise our staff with our Cheers program Central Coast Council is committed to the goals of equal opportunity employment. We aim to provide a work environment for our employees that fosters equity, diversity and respect. Council is committed to providing safe environments that protect the physical, emotional, cultural and social wellbeing of children on the Central Coast. Want to know more? The contact person for this role is Scott Mitchell, Team Leader Waste Operations . You can contact Scott on . This position will close for applications at midnight on Sunday, 7 December 2025. Location Central Coast Council is ideally located on the northern fringe of Sydney and just an hour's drive from Newcastle. The Central Coast offers one of the best places in Australia to live and work. The Central Coast is one of the fastest growing regions in NSW, the third largest Local Government Area (LGA) in NSW and the 6th Largest LGA in Australia. How To Apply We have put together some additional resources to help you. By completing and submitting this online application you confirm that any information that you provide in this application is true and correct. To Lodge Your Application, Please Follow These Steps Answer the online questions shown below. Attach your resume. Attach your qualifications and licences. Once your application is successfully lodged you will receive an automated response sent to your e‑mail address. If a response is not received this means that your application has not been successfully submitted and you will need to lodge another application. You also consent to employment screening checks being conducted where appropriate. This may include associated checks including reference checks, Working with Children Check, Entitlement to Work in Australia, employment history and an Australian Federal Police Check, as well as substantiation of educational qualifications, industry memberships, previous Central Coast Council employment history and association with professional bodies. You also acknowledge that you will be required to provide proof of eligibility (including photo identification) to work in Australia if selected for an interview. Applicants who are selected for interview will be contacted by phone or e‑mail. We will not accept unsolicited resumes or applications being presented by recruitment agencies. #J-18808-Ljbffr