Closing date: 20/11/2026 11:45 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time

Location: Bairnsdale Landfill

Department: Sustainability and Waste Minimisation

Compensation: Salary AUD $71,480.03 - $75,803.62

Employment type: Part time - Limited Tenure

Work Arrangement: On-site

We are East Gippsland Shire

East Gippsland is a natural playground with over 21,000 square km of land including ski fields, high country, nine national parks, two significant marine parks, Australia’s largest navigable inland lake system and stunning coastlines included!

Business Unit

The Sustainability and Waste Minimisation Unit supports the safe and effective delivery of Council’s waste and recycling services across East Gippsland. The team manages waste facilities and landfill operations, working to meet environmental and legislative requirements while supporting Council’s waste minimisation objectives.

The Opportunity

As the Landfill Plant Operator, you will support the day-to-day operation of the Bairnsdale Landfill, safely operating and maintaining heavy plant and equipment used in landfill operations. You will help manage the disposal and diversion of waste, maintain the site and direct customers to the appropriate waste and recycling areas. You will also help ensure the landfill operates safely and in accordance with environmental and legislative requirements.

This is a part-time 0.71 EFT, limited tenure position from December 2026 to December 2027, based at the Bairnsdale Landfill. You will work 7 days on, 7 days off. The position includes weekend work.

Key responsibilities include:

- Safely operate and undertake daily maintenance of heavy plant and equipment used in landfill operations.
- Operation of Watercart for dust suppression on site.




- Manage the unloading and disposal of waste, ensuring only permitted waste is accepted and recyclable materials are diverted from landfill.
- Direct customers to designated waste disposal and recycling areas and provide professional and courteous customer service.
- Maintain the landfill site, including internal roads, stormwater drainage, cleanliness and stockpiles of cover material.
- Complete required paperwork, machinery compliance checks and support the operation of the site in accordance with environmental, safety and regulatory requirements.

What we're looking for:

- Extensive experience safely and competently operating landfill plant and heavy equipment.
- Relevant plant operation and HR competency qualifications and licences as listed in the position description.
- Good knowledge of landfill operations, including safety, environmental and compliance requirements and the ability to complete required records and paperwork.
- Strong customer service and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with members of the public and other staff.
- Ability to physically perform the role safely.

Why you'll love EGSC:

Work-Life Balance:

- Work 7 days on 7 days off
- Discounted memberships to our Recreation Centres

Competitive Salaries:

- Annual leave loading paid as a lump sum in December!
- Banded salaries with built in yearly increases!





A Supportive environment:

- 17 weeks paid parental leave pro rata
- Additional special leave available for chronic health conditions and other special needs
- Learning and Development team to keep your skills up to date and give you the prospect to develop your career!
- Employee Assistance Program offering counselling support when you need it
- Staff consultative committee - management consult staff on big decisions

Does this sound like the role for you? Apply now!

To apply, please upload:

- Your resume, including 2 references
- A cover letter, explaining why you're interested in the position and the skills you will bring to the role
- A statement responding to each of the Key Selection Criteria in the position description.

Questions? Contact Bryan Matthews, Landfill Operations Supervisor on 03 5153 9500

Applications close at 11:45pm on 20 November 2026

Required pre-employment checks:

- Police Check
- Pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening
- Proof of qualifications required for the position

East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQA+, gender diverse people, religiously, culturally and linguistically diverse people and people of any age.

East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards and has a zero tolerance for child abuse and harm. To uphold these standards a valid working with children check is required to be held for applicable positions.

📌 Landfill Plant Operator (Bairnsdale)
🏢 East Gippsland Shire Council
📍 Bairnsdale