Waste Plant Operator

Toowoomba, QLD
Permanent
Full-time

6 days ago

As a Waste Plant Operator, you'll play a key part in operating and maintaining our Waste Management Facilities at various locations in our region. Your daily work will include:

Operating machinery for waste placement, compaction, and transport
Ensuring safe and efficient operations
Supporting a team committed to best practice waste management

What You’ll Need

A current HR licence (and willingness to get your HC within 6 months)
A White Card and Chain of Responsibility Level 1 (or willing to obtain)
A current First Aid Certificate (or willing to obtain within 3 months)
Experience with operating at least one of the following:

Landfill Compactor
Dozer
Tracked Loader
Wheel Loader
Excavator

Why Work With Us?We’re more than just waste management – we’re building a sustainable future for Toowoomba. At Toowoomba Regional Council, you’ll enjoy:

Permanent full-time role – $1,298.72 per week (gross)
Additional - Over Award Payment between $5.00 & $7.50 per hour depending on qualifications
Rostered Day Off (RDO) every month
Extra benefits – 17.5% annual leave loading, up to 12.65% super
Allowances for on-call, overtime, and weekend work
Supportive team culture with a strong safety-first approach
Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Program

How to ApplyReady to join the team?

Submit your resume
Make sure to answer all application questions

Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical.Visit our website for information on how to apply for jobs at Toowoomba Regional Council. Applicants are encouraged to apply online.For further informationPlease contact Matthew Grace on (07) 4688 8678 within business hours.Closing dateThe closing date for applications is Sunday 21st September 2025 at 11.45pm.About CouncilThe Toowoomba region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia’s second largest inland city supporting diverse townships in the council area and acting as a service centre for South West Qld and North West NSW. The region is boldly forging new opportunities around the Surat Basin resource sector, education, health, transport and massive infrastructure investments. Growth hasn’t come at the expense of liveability though, with Toowoomba twice voted in the top 5 most family friendly cities in Australia.Toowoomba Regional Council services a regional population of 178,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,600 staff, dedicated and passionate about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents and visitors throughout the region. We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career.

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