Join Banana Shire Council and play a vital role in delivering essential waste management services that support our communities and workplace.
We are seeking a reliable and safety-focused Plant Operator - Waste Facilities to undertake plant operations, landfill and transfer station activities, and customer service duties across Council's waste facilities in Biloela.
Plant Operator - Waste Facilities
About the Role
Reporting to the Supervisor - Waste, you will operate plant and equipment at landfill and transfer station sites while providing a high level of customer service to residents and commercial customers.
The role involves a combination of plant operation, labouring, administration, and waste collection activities.
Key Responsibilities
Operate plant and equipment at landfill and transfer station facilities.
Perform labouring and site maintenance duties.
Conduct daily vehicle and plant inspections.
Operate the landfill weighbridge and process customer payments.
Collect recyclables and commercial waste as required.
Prepare daily work reports and complete routine administration tasks.
Respond to customer enquiries and service requests.
Participate in toolbox meetings, training, and disaster management activities.
Promote safe work practices and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
About You
Experience operating heavy vehicles and plant
Demonstrated labouring experience




Good literacy, numeracy, communication, and computer skills
The ability to work effectively within a team and under minimal supervision
A strong commitment to Workplace Health & Safety and Equal Employment Opportunity principles.
Essential Requirements
Current Queensland Class 'C' Driver's Licence
Queensland Construction White Card (or equivalent General Safety Induction Card).
Desirable Qualifications & Experience
Front-End Loader competency
Self-Propelled or Roller Compactor competency
Queensland HR Driver Licence
Experience operating waste collection vehicles and equipment
Local Government experience
Additional plant operator tickets.
Why Join Banana Shire Council?
At Banana Shire Council, our vision is to be a "Shire of Opportunity", delivering efficient, effective and sustainable services to our communities.
We value:
Advocacy for our people
Effective and responsive leadership
Integrity and mutual respect
Honesty, equity and consistency
Quality customer service
Teamwork and collaboration
Sustainable growth and development
Applications close: Wednesday 12 August ****
Location: Biloela, Queensland
Reference Number: VRN*********
Banana Shire Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates.
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📌 Plant Operator - Waste Facilities (Biloela)
🏢 Banana Shire Council
📍 Biloela