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Transfer Station Operator (Casual)

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Tablelands Regional Council

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Summary

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Operate TRC waste facilities as a casual Transfer Station Operator in Atherton. $38.42/hr + allowances, 12% super. Apply by 1 Sep 2026.

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Terms

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$38 / hour

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Public Sector and Government Trade and Services

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Description

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Location: Atherton, QLD

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Role overview

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Our Atherton team is seeking an experienced and motivated individual to join Waste Services as a casual Transfer Station Operator. The role provides safe, efficient, and customer‐focused operations at Tablelands Regional Council's (TRC) waste facilities, including transfer stations and open/closed landfill sites. Duties include waste management, site maintenance and operational activities, supporting staff across facilities, assisting the public courteously, and ensuring compliance with environmental, operational,



and WHS requirements.

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About Tablelands Regional Council (TRC)

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TRC is a forward‐thinking, progressive, and inclusive organisation delivering a range of services and programs for our community. We value cutting-edge solutions and a collaborative team environment. The Atherton Tablelands offers an enviable lifestyle with rainforests, mountains, lakes and waterfalls, 90 minutes from Cairns.

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Why work with us

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- Flexible working conditions supporting work‐life balance
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- Employment security with long‐term opportunities
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- Diverse training to support your role
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- Career progression in local government
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- Equal remuneration and opportunities
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Pay and benefits

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- Base salary package from $38.42 per hour
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- A range of allowances included in base salary
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- 12% employer superannuation contribution
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- Uniforms and PPE supplied
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- Hearing checks, flu shots and skin checks (subject to availability)
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- Discounted health insurance available
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- Contact: Gary Wedel, Team Leader Waste Operations (office hours) – 0473 330 490
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- Human Resources (office hours) – 07 4089 2315
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- 5pm AEST, Tuesday 1 September 2026
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Diversity statement

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We encourage applicants from all backgrounds including First Nations People, people from different cultural backgrounds and people with disabilities.

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