Full time / Permanent
Location – Proserpine
$81,881 - $95,152 per annum
Benefits
Commuter Use Council Vehicle
Ready to swap traffic for turquoise water and weekend plans for island adventures?
Based in Whitsundays, this role gives you more than just a great career — it offers a lifestyle most people only dream about. Spend your downtime exploring 74 tropical islands, boating through crystal-clear waters, fishing, snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef, or unwinding on some of Australia's most iconic beaches like Whitehaven.
Your opportunity:
We are seeking a knowledgeable, detail-focused Trade Waste Officer to administer Council's Trade Waste framework and approvals program. This role ensures protection of public health, the environment, and sewerage infrastructure through implementation and enforcement of Trade Waste policies in line with Queensland legislation and standards.
About the role:
This is a key regulatory position responsible for administering and enforcing Council's Trade Waste program.
Key Responsibilities:
Assess trade waste applications, set conditions/charges, issue permits and maintain records
Monitor and sample discharges, coordinate lab testing, and maintain data integrity
Conduct site inspections of pre-treatment systems (e.g. grease arrestors, separators)
Investigate non-compliance, prepare evidence, and issue notices or enforcement actions




Assess plumbing/drainage applications under relevant legislation and codes
Apply trade waste provisions to protect infrastructure and treatment processes
Use WSAA guidance values aligned with treatment capability
Review meter data, estimate discharges, and reconcile billing
Provide advice to customers, plumbers and stakeholders
Maintain registers, GIS data, and prepare reports
Essential
C Class Driver Licence
QBCC Licensed Plumber and Drainer (or equivalent)
White Card
Strong knowledge of QLD legislation (Plumbing & Drainage Act, WS&S; Act, NCC, QPW Code)
Proficiency with digital tools, data management, and billing systems
Solid communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to travel within the region
Desirable
Experience in inspections, sampling, investigations, and compliance enforcement
Cert III/IV in Water Industry Operations (Trade Waste) or willingness to obtain
Cert IV in Government Investigations
Experience in environmental sampling and data interpretation
Applications close: 21-Aug-*******:30 pm
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📌 Trade Waste Officer (Proserpine)
🏢 Whitsunday Regional Council
📍 Proserpine