About The OpportunityWe are seeking a reliable Waste Depot Attendant to work across PMHC Waste Transfer Stations.
These are public waste disposal sites where household and council waste is delivered, inspected, and sorted for recycling, resource recovery, or landfill.
Resource recovery involves separating materials such as metal, green waste, cardboard, and other recyclables so they can be reused or processed instead of going to landfill.Our Waste Transfer StationsReceive domestic, commercial, and council wasteSeparate materials for recycling and landfill diversionOperate under strict environmental and safety compliance requirementsManage heavy vehicles and continuous customer trafficRequire monitoring of waste types and contamination risksYou will work outdoors in all weather conditions, around trucks, machinery, and active waste materials.
This is a hands-on operational role involving customer interaction, plant operation, and strict adherence to safety procedures at all times.In This Role You WillOpen and close the facility and ensure the site is secured each dayManage public access and traffic flow within the siteMonitor the safety of all people on siteProvide explicit and consistent customer service and direction to site usersInspect incoming waste and prevent hazardous or unauthorised waste entering the facilityDirect customers to the correct disposal and recycling areasOperate weighbridge systems (WasteMan) and record waste data accuratelyApply correct disposal fees, issue dockets, and handle cash,



EFTPOS and vouchersComplete daily transaction balancing and reconciliationsRespond to customer enquiries in a professional and practical mannerCarry out routine cleaning and general yard maintenanceOperate a forklift and front-end loader (essential requirement)Use minor plant and equipment as required for site operationsWhat You'll NeedClass C Driver LicenceAbility to operate a forklift and front-end loader (essential)Experience operating plant or machinery in a workplace settingBasic cash handling and reconciliation skillsBasic computer and data entry skills (e.g. WasteMan)Strong focus on safety and ability to follow proceduresComfortable working outdoors in all weather conditionsReliable and consistent work ethicHours of WorkThis position operates on a seven-day rotating roster, with shifts rostered between 7:45am and 4:15pm.
As a condition of employment, you will be required to work weekends and public holidays as part of your ordinary hours.
Your days and hours of work will be determined by the Waste Services roster.Remuneration And BenefitsEmployment type: Permanent, full-time (averaging 38 hours per week, rotating roster)Salary: Starting from $1,****** per week up to $1,****** per week (plus 12% super), with competency-based progression available.Progression: First review after 3 months.
If progression is achieved, the increase is backdated to your commencement date.Allowance and penalty rates: Adverse Working Level 2 allowance - currently $***** per week.
Penalty rates apply for weekend and public holiday work in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award ****.




Employees working in Waste receive a 50% loading for ordinary hours worked on Saturdays and a 100% loading for ordinary hours worked on Sundays, in addition to the applicable hourly rate of pay.BenefitsPPE providedDiscounted gym membership through membership to Fitness PassportCareer development opportunitiesAnnual salary increase as per the Local Government (State) Award **** plus annual salary reviewLong service leave after 5 yearsGenerous employee assistance programSalary packaging options available through Salary Packaging Australia and MaxxiaRecognition through our annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievementsQuestions?
If you would like to know more about this opportunity or have any questions about the role please contact John Collins, Waste Coordinator on .
Applications Close:Sunday 23 August **** at 11:30pmPort Macquarie Hastings Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people.At Port Macquarie-Hastings Council, we believe that diversity makes us stronger.
We are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the vibrant community we serve where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to thrive.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
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📌 Waste Depot Attendant (Port Macquarie)
🏢 Port Macquarie-Hastings Council
📍 Port Macquarie