Job Description

Overview

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Based in Corowa with duty stations in Howlong, Mulwala and across the Federation Council area.

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Key Details

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- Full time – 76 hours per fortnight
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- Fortnightly RDO
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- Ongoing training and development opportunities
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Opportunity

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Federation Council is seeking a motivated Landfill Officer to join our Engineering Services department. As a Landfill Officer you will serve the community by managing essential waste infrastructure, ensuring facilities operate smoothly, safely, and in compliance with regulatory requirements.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Opening and closing facilities, collecting tipping fees and recording waste quantities in Council systems.
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- Inspecting incoming waste to prevent hazardous materials and ensuring all waste is disposed of in the correct locations.
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- Operating Council plant to manage construction, demolition, and general waste cells, and compacting scrap metal and green waste.
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- Conducting quarterly groundwater monitoring, perimeter reviews for feral pigs, and general clean‐ups to maintain site safety.
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- Managing invoicing records, submitting finance requests and adhering to data capture procedures.
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Essential Key Criteria

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- A current and valid Heavy Rigid (HR) driver's licence and a General Construction Induction Certificate (White Card).
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- Possession of (or ability to obtain within 3 months) a First Aid Certificate, Remove Non‐Friable Asbestos Certificate, AQF3 Chemical Accreditation, and a drumMUSTER Inspector Ticket.
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- Proven experience in cash handling, receipting, and reconciliation.
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- Strong customer service and conflict‐resolution skills, with the ability to communicate courteously with the general public.
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- Solid understanding of WHS practices and, ideally, experience in the waste industry.
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Desirable Extras

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- Heavy Combination (HC) licence.
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- Competency certificates for Skidsteer, loaders, hook lifts, forklifts or excavators.
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What We Offer

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- Opportunity for growth and development of skills.
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- Fortnightly rostered days off.
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- A supportive and inclusive workplace with a focus on work/life balance.
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- Long‐service leave entitlements after 5 years of service.
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The appointment will be in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award and Council's policies and conditions of employment. The starting salary is $31.89 per hour, progressing to $35.20 per hour depending on skills and experience.

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How To Find Out More

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Contact Mark Verbaken, Waste and Resources Coordinator, at 0402 391 087 during business hours Monday to Friday.

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How To Apply

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Provide a cover letter telling us how you meet the criteria outlined above, along with a resume detailing your work history, qualifications and skills.

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Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on Thursday, 11 June 2026.

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Application Methods

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- Online: Select the "Apply" button at the bottom of this page via our HR Management platform.
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- Email: Send your application to [email protected].
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- By mail: Send your application to Federation Council Human Resources, PO Box 77, Corowa NSW 2646.
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Council is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We aim to recruit a diverse range of talented people to help us achieve our goals.

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Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex‐service personnel.

📌 Landfill Officer (Corowa)
🏢 Federation Council
📍 Corowa