Our Atherton team is looking for an experienced, accountable and community-focused leader to join our Waste department as a full-time permanent Team Leader Waste Operations.

The Team Leader Waste Operations is responsible for providing effective and efficient oversight and leadership in the provision of waste and recycling services at the eight waste transfer stations, and active and closed landfills to meet the needs of the Tablelands Regional Council (TRC) community. The role ensures that operations at waste transfer stations and open and closed landfills are carried out in accordance with requirements of the Environmental Authority for the waste sites, in addition to relevant Waste Levy and Environmental Protection legislation.

Applications Close 5pm, Tuesday 17 November 2026

- Base salary package from $101,059.06 per annum ($3,886.89 per fortnight)
- A range of allowances included in base salary
- Additional claimable allowances
- Attractive work/life balance - 76 hour / 9-day fortnight (fortnightly RDO)
- Versatile working arrangements with RDO incentive
- 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
- Attractive superannuation - 12% employer contribution




- Access to pro-rata long service leave after 7 years' of service
- Uniforms & personal protective equipment supplied
- Hearing checks, flu shots & skin checks (subject to availability)
- Discounted health insurance available

How to apply

1. Visit the Tablelands Regional Council 'Work with Us' page.
2. Download the Position Description
3. Complete the ‘Personal Detail’ & 'Question' sections.
4. Attach your current resume and cover letter.

Position Description

For further details about the role download the Position Description.

Employment with TRC

For further information about conditions of employment, working at TRC, and living and Working on the Tablelands go to TRC Careers.

Position Queries

For more information about the role please contact Charles Dyer Manager Water & Waste during office hours - 04•• ••• 650.

Technical Issues Contact:

For application enquiries, please contact Human Resources during office hours - 07 •••• •315.

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

📌 Team Leader Waste Operations (Atherton)
🏢 Tablelands Regional Council
📍 Atherton