About Us

Greater Hume Council is a large rural Council with a focus on responsible growth and sustainability. Located in southern Current South Wales, right near the Murray River, bordering Victoria and the local government areas of Albury, Federation, Lockhart, Snowy Valleys and Wagga Wagga. Our offices are dispersed across Culcairn, Henty, Holbrook, and Jindera, all within a short drive of the shores of Lake Hume.

We deliver a broad range of essential services to our communities, including swimming pools, libraries and early year's services as well as waste collection, planning approvals and major capital works. At Greater Hume we value our people. We foster a friendly, inclusive workplace culture and support work life balance. Our team members enjoy the opportunity to undertake meaningful, varied work that makes a real difference to our communities.

Greater Hume Council is committed to being a child safe organisation and are dedicated to protecting the safety, wellbeing and rights of all children and young people.

About the Position

Greater Hume Council is seeking a reliable, enthusiastic and adaptable individual to join our Environment and Planning team as a Waste Attendant.

Based at the Holbrook Landfill Facility, this role plays an important part in ensuring the efficient and safe operation of Council's waste management services. You will be responsible for providing excellent customer service to members of the public, assisting with waste disposal activities, operating landfill plant and equipment and maintaining site cleanliness and safety standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a hands-on role, working independently while contributing to an essential community service.

This position attracts a weekday (Monday to Friday) hourly rate ranging from $28.23 to $31.61 plus 12% superannuation. Weekend penalties, public holiday penalties and applicable allowances will be paid where applicable.

Hours of Work





This permanent part time position works a total of 18 hours per week across the following spread of hours:

Tuesday

- 10.30am to 1.30pm - Plant operation and site maintenance
- 2.00pm to 5.00pm – Public gate operations and customer service

Thursday

- 10.30am to 1.30pm - Plant operation and site maintenance
- 2.00pm to 5.00pm – Public gate operations and customer service

Saturday

- 9.00am to 12.00pm – Public gate operations and customer service

Sunday

- 2.00pm to 5.00pm – Public gate operations and customer service

About You We are looking for a customer focused and motivated individual who has:

- Well-developed communication and customer service skills
- Experience in cash handling and receipting
- A current class 'C' drivers licence
- Demonstrated competency in operating an articulated Loader and compactor
- The ability to work independently, use initiative and contribute positively to a team environment.

What We Offer

- A variety of part time hours of work between Tuesday to Sunday
- 12% employer superannuation contribution, with the option to salary sacrifice
- Access to professional development and tertiary education support
- Free onsite physiotherapy and annual health programs (including flu vaccines)
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family
- Annual performance appraisals and ongoing professional development.

How to Apply For further information about this opportunity, please contact Council's Manager Waste and Facilities, James Waite, on [0427 430 091](tel:0427 430 091) for a confidential discussion. To apply, click 'Apply Now' on Council's Pulse Careers Portal and upload your:

- Cover Letter, and
- Resume.

Applications close at 12noon on Wednesday, 25 November 2026. Please note that applicants may be contacted for interview prior to the closing date. Pre-employment checks including a Medical and Functional Assessment and Reference Checks may be requested and completed prior to finalising an employment offer.

📌 Landfill Attendant (Holbrook)
🏢 Greater Hume Council
📍 Holbrook