Kitchen to Compost Operator (0.2 EFT)
- Permanent part time opportunity working 7.6 hours per week
- Rewarding role with work-life balance
- Part-time hourly rate of $32.12 + super
About Mallacoota
Mallacoota is a small, coastal town located in the far east area of Victoria and has a population of approximately 1500 residents, which has been known to quadruple during the Christmas period. The popular tourist destination offers many things to enjoy, and is a popular spot to boat, snorkel and explore the Croajingalong National Park!
The Opportunity
As the Operator of the Compost Facility, you’ll oversee the receipt of organic waste in the Mallacoota area, undertaking all works with the highest regard for the environment and in a way that maximises efficiency and prevents contamination.
You’ll operate and undertake daily maintenance checks of the site’s plant (backhoe) and compost facility equipment including compliance checks and completion of any relevant documentation.
You’ll also inspect, monitor and decontaminate incoming loads of organic waste, regularly tidying and maintaining the area and providing an outstanding level of customer service to the community and facility visitors.
This is a permanent part time role based in Mallacoota working 7.6 hours per week.
What you’ll bring to the role (Key Selection Criteria)
- Experience or ability to operate a compost facility or similar infrastructure.
- Ability and qualifications to operate plant and equipment for the management of a transfer station.
- To be able to communicate effectively with supervisors, team members and the community.
- To be physically able to perform the duties of this position
- Able to manage time and workload.
- A current, valid Victorian driver’s licence and a Backhoe ticket.
If successful, you will need to undertake a police check and pre-employment medical check. You must also be legally entitled to work in Australia.
Things We’re Proud Of
- Work on a banded salary that increases annually to the top end of the band.
- Great work-life balance, close to great holiday destinations, beaches, mountains, parks and lakes.
- Annual leave loading
- Opportunities for professional development including study assistance
- Employee Assistance Program and Social Club
How To Apply
If this sounds like your next move, apply now and attach
- A cover letter telling us why you're interested in the position and why you're the right person for the role.
- A current resume with your personal details, education, qualifications, work experience and two related referees
Applications close at 11.59pm on 7 January 2025.
Questions? For a confidential discussion about the position or to learn more, please contact Ian Stanbury, Waste Operations Coordinator, on (03) 5153 9500.
East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQA+, gender diverse people, religiously, culturally and linguistically diverse people and people of any age.
East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards and has a zero tolerance for child abuse and harm. To uphold these standards a valid working with children check is required to be held for applicable positions.
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