Waste Management Facility Officer

Waste Management Facility Officer (Casual) Dungog Shire Council supports a growing rural community of almost 10,000 residents in the vibrant and picturesque Hunter region of NSW. We are committed to ensuring the ongoing and consistent delivery of local services that are valued by our community and will be for generations to come. It is anticipated that our population will grow by 1.9% per annum over the next 20 years as per the Hunter Regional Plan, higher than the state growth average. With an additional 2,400 dwellings to be provided over the term of the Hunter Regional Plan, Dungog will be the second fastest growing LGA in the Hunter Region. Dungog is ideally located just over an hour north of Newcastle and within close proximity to a range of other regional hubs in the Hunter Valley, such as Maitland and Raymond Terrace. We have an enviable lifestyle with easy access to World Heritage listed sites, such as Barrington Tops National Park. We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team on a casual basis as a Waste Management Facility Officer. You will have demonstrated experience providing customer service, have experience in the operation of plant and machinery and be competent in performing tasks associated with general grounds maintenance. Your duties will include serving our community in the receipt, processing, storage and recycling of waste received as well as contributing to the general upkeep and presentation of our facility. You will be prepared to work weekends and will have some flexibility to cover ad hoc shifts on weekdays. Essential selection criteria include (full criteria in the Position Description below): Class C Driver Licence Experience in weighbridge operation and associated operating systems Competence in the operation of small plant and equipment Availability to work weekends Experience or interest in operating heavy earthmoving plant Proven interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills Working knowledge of the Work Health and Safety Act and practices WorkCover WHS Induction Training for Construction Work (White Card) Be rewarded This is a casual position with hours offered on the basis of operational requirements varying from approximately 4 - 15 hours per week. The position is placed at Grade 4 of Council's salary system and is in the range of $39.15 to $44.04 per hour dependent upon competency level. The salary is paid in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award and Council's Salary Policy. Other Council benefits: Opportunities for growth and progression Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years rather than 10 Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) How to apply Thank you for your interest in working with Dungog Shire Council. You can apply now using our simple online application form. You are able to start an application and complete it at a time that suits you by selecting the Save For Later button. To submit your application, please follow the below steps: Fill out the required personal details and online questions below Attach the requested documents (e.g. resume, cover letter, qualifications, licences) Review your application and select Confirm What happens next? You will receive an automated acknowledgement email once you have submitted your application. We will be in touch once we have reviewed your application. Please note that Council reserves the right to review applications before the close date, so we recommend you apply as soon as possible if you are interested in this position. Please be aware that Council is required to complete pre-employment checks on recommended candidates prior to an offer of employment. These may include reference checks, a pre-employment medical assessment, a criminal history check and/or a psychometric assessment. For further information, please contact: Balaji Seshadri on Applications close: 4 January 2026 AEST 11:59 PM #J-18808-Ljbffr