We offer real work life balance and perks that count. Depending on your role, you may have access to a 4 day compressed week or 9 day fortnight, generous leave provisions including Wellness Leave and up to 3 days of end of year shutdown leave, and discounts through Fitness Passport, Solstice Energy, MyState Bank, Launceston Aquatic Centre and the QVMAG Gift Shop, plus a free EAP, discounted health insurance through St Luke's Health and BUPA, and more.

Run the gear that keeps our Waste Centre moving

You'll take on the day to day operation, maintenance and presentation of the Launceston Waste Centre, running heavy plant including the bulldozer, compactor, hook lift, front end loader, excavator and moxy. You'll process, segregate and recover waste, run the gate house and weighbridge, and keep the site safe and compliant for the Waste Centre team and everyone who visits. It's hands on, outdoors and genuinely essential to how our city runs.

Key responsibilities of this position include:

- Operate and maintain heavy plant including the bulldozer, compactor, front end loader and excavator, safely and to a high standard

- Process, segregate and manage waste and resource recovery across the landfill and transfer station

- Conduct weighbridge and gate house operations, delivering great service to every visitor

- Keep accurate records and report incidents, hazards and near misses promptly

About You

We are looking for someone who demonstrates, through behaviour, an alignment and an understanding of Our Values and has the following qualifications, skills and experience:

- Certificate III in Waste Management, or equivalent experience

- Current Class HR driver's licence

- Holder of a Construction Industry White Card

- Willingness to obtain certification to operate a front end loader, roll on/roll off vehicle, dozer, compactor, articulated dump truck and excavator

- Understanding of safety practices,



with the ability to identify and respond to hazards in an operational environment

- Great customer service skills, including conflict resolution and problem solving

- Ability to work one weekend per month, and willingness to undertake Hepatitis A/B immunisation as required for this waste handling role

About the City of Launceston

The City of Launceston is Tasmania's largest council and an award-winning Employer of Choice. Launceston is deeply connected to our history and natural beauty, and will thrive as Northern Tasmania’s economic, cultural, and culinary heart. With a commitment to diverse housing, sustainability, economic growth and innovation, we’re building a city where people feel connected, businesses succeed, and the environment flourishes. Launceston is a place to live, work, play, visit and belong. Be part of a city shaping its future.

At the City of Launceston, diversity isn’t just something we celebrate — it’s key to our success. We’re committed to creating an inclusive, flexible and supportive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed and contribute to something bigger — our community.

City of Launceston adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people.

How to Apply:

If you are interested, for further information and instructions on how to apply please visit the careers page of our website at Careers - City of Launceston and download the Employment Information Pack for this position.

For further information specific to this role, please contact Peter Lawrence, Team Leader City Services

on 04•• ••• 648

Your application should include a Cover Letter, your current Resume and a statement (maximum two pages) addressing the highlighted Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description section of the Employment Information Pack. You must address the Selection Criteria to be eligible for interview.

Applications closing Thursday, 13 August 2026

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