Resource Recovery Attendant (10486)
Job No:
CHR10548
Location:
Emerald
Work Type: Permanent Full Time
Location: Emerald
Department: Communities
Award: Stream B, Level 5: $56.56 per hour inclusive of superannuation & allowances
Central Highlands Regional Council is currently seeking a highly motivated Resource Recovery Attendant to join their well-developed team providing exceptional customer service and waste management to the local community. This is a hands-on role where you will be required to undertake a range of labouring and maintenance duties at the Council’s waste facilities.
There is opportunity to work a rotating roster which allows for fantastic work life balance.
In this busy role, your daily activities will include:
- Providing excellent customer service to the public
- Undertaking physical tasks for the operation and maintenance of the waste transfer facilities
- Operating mobile plant equipment
To be considered for this opportunity, you will need to possess:
- Minimum of Queensland C class provisional driver’s license
- Commercial Operators Licence (or ability to obtain)
- General Construction Induction Card
- Statement of attainment/ticket for Front-End Loader and Self-Propelled Compactor (or ability to obtain)
- Agricultural Chemical Distribution Control (ACDC) accreditation (or ability to obtain)
If this sounds like you, apply now!
Working for Central Highlands Regional Council has its benefits.
We are a progressive region, committed in creating opportunities for all. We welcome forward thinking individuals who are focused on continuous improvement, a sustainable future and understand the valuable role we play in investing in our regional community.
Benefits Include:
- A generous superannuation scheme - 14.25% Contribution
- 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
- Annual uniform allocation
- Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
- Wages paid fortnightly
- Employee Assistance Program
- Training and Development opportunities available
To apply for this position:
As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.
Please download and review the position description.
To be considered for this position, please include the following documents:
- A cover letter outlining your motivation for applying for this position and addressing the mandatory requirements listed on the position description
- Your resume detailing your career history relevant for this position
Pre-employment Checks
To be appointed to a position within the Central Highlands Regional Council, you must be an Australian citizen, or have permanent residency status, or hold a visa permitting you to work in Australia permanently.
The pre-employment checks relevant to this position include:
- Right to Work in Australia
- Medical Assessment
- Reference Checks
For a confidential discussion, please contact a member of the Recruitment Team on 1300 242 686 during business hours or register your application by submitting your cover letter and resume.
Applications close: Monday 31st August 2026 at 5pm.
