Job Description

Work Type: Permanent Full Time

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Location: Emerald

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Department: Communities

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Award: Stream B, Level 5: $56.56 per hour inclusive of superannuation & allowances

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Central Highlands Regional Council is currently seeking a highly motivated Resource Recovery Attendant to join their well-developed team providing exceptional customer service and waste management to the local community. This is a hands-on role where you will be required to undertake a range of labouring and maintenance duties at the Council's waste facilities.

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There is opportunity to work a rotating roster which allows for fantastic work life balance.

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In This Busy Role, Your Daily Activities Will Include

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- Providing excellent customer service to the public
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- Undertaking physical tasks for the operation and maintenance of the waste transfer facilities
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- Operating mobile plant equipment
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To be considered for this opportunity, you will need to possess:

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- Minimum of Queensland C class provisional driver's license
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- Commercial Operators Licence (or ability to obtain)
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- General Construction Induction Card
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- Statement of attainment/ticket for Front-End Loader and Self-Propelled Compactor (or ability to obtain)
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- Agricultural Chemical Distribution Control (ACDC) accreditation (or ability to obtain)
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Working For Central Highlands Regional Council Has Its Benefits.

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We are a progressive region, committed in creating opportunities for all. We welcome forward thinking individuals who are focused on continuous improvement, a sustainable future and understand the valuable role we play in investing in our regional community.

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Perks Include

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- A generous superannuation scheme - 14.25% Contribution
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- 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
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- Annual uniform allocation
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- Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
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- Wages paid fortnightly
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- Employee Assistance Program
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- Training and Development opportunities available
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As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.

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Pre-employment Checks

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To be appointed to a position within the Central Highlands Regional Council, you must be an Australian citizen, or have permanent residency status, or hold a visa permitting you to work in Australia permanently.

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The Pre-employment Checks Relevant To This Position Include

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- Right to Work in Australia
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- Medical Assessment
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- Reference Checks
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Applications close: Monday 31st August 2026 at 5pm.

📌 Resource Recovery Attendant (10486) (Emerald)
🏢 Central Highlands Regional Council
📍 Emerald