The Package: 4 day working week with annual salary of approximately $81,244.80 - $93,253.16 inclusive of penalty rates + 12% super. (Evaluated as Grade 6 of the QPRC Salary System 2026) and Award increases of 4% in 2027-28 and 4% in 2028-2029.

Permanent Part time – 32-34 hours per week depending on site location. Work pattern consists of Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday shifts.

The Waste Branch is seeking motivated individuals to provide an essential service to our community through our waste facilities and ancillary services. Based at either the Bungendore or Braidwood Waste Transfer Stations, our Waste Operators deliver excellent customer service, provide safe and efficient operations and positive environmental outcomes.

In this role you will:

- Undertake the daily operations of Council’s waste facilities, waste collection and illegal dumping responses.

- Operate and maintain Council’s plant and equipment. Practical experience in plant operation is highly regarded but not essential. We will train you to become a competent operator.

- Facilitate financial transactions for fees and charges related to waste services.





- Interact with our customers and add value to the customer experience at our waste facilities.

We are looking for someone who:

- Has previous experience in frontline services in a complex operational environment

- Has outstanding communication and customer service skills.

- Has an interest in waste management and the environment and is highly motivated to learn new skills.

- Possesses a current class ‘C’ driver’s licence.

Working with us: The successful candidate will have the chance to work in a rewarding role that contributes to a cleaner, safer and better-maintained community. They will also have the chance to take advantage of Council’s current reward and recognition program that allows our staff to access discounts and cashback at 600+ major retailers – learn more about these benefits here.

If you have any questions relating to the role, please contact:

- Josh Hyrko

- Coordinator, Waste Operations

- (02) 6285 6***

Closing date: 9:00am Monday 14 September 2026

📌 Waste Operator (Weekend) (Glenquarry)
🏢 Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council
📍 Glenquarry