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At the heart of community. At the start of the future. Thats where youll find Dubbo Regional Council and this opportunity to shape our region as our new Waste Attendant. Our people care deeply about serving and strengthening our community. We work for 55,000 residents and 1.65 million people who visit our region each year - and when you join us, youll be part of that impact every single day. Were at the centre of huge and important environmental, economic and societal change that will ensure a more sustainable future for the Dubbo region, New South Wales, and beyond. It doesnt get much bigger than that. Join us as a Waste Attendant in Resource, Recovery and Efficiency branch and develop your skills and future career. Find purpose and impact As our Waste Attendant, youll make an impact by playing an essential, handson role in keeping the Dubbo region clean and enjoyable for all. As our Waste Attendant you''ll have the opportunity to be at the leading edge of waste and recycling whilst we transition away from the old school landfill mentality towards resource recovery and circular economy initiatives. You''ll work with an experienced team whose passion is ensuring the best for our environment and operate state of the art equipment. Working across all aspects of the waste facility, including the weighbridge, every day will be different bringing its own set of experiences and positive challenges. Youll make an impact by Undertaking waste classification in line with best practice to ensure positive environmental, social and financial outcomes. Providing a positive customer experience. Diverting waste material away from landfill through the effective packaging and processing of waste material for recycling or treatment. Competently and optimally operating heavy plant such as Loader, Compactor, Forklift, Skid Steer, Hook Lift, Truck, Watercart. What youll bring To thrive in this role, you will need: Plantoperator competence in loader, compactor, forklift, bobcat and/or other plant operation applicable to landfill operations including mechanical aptitude. Class MR Drivers Licence (obtain class HR Drivers Licence within probation period). Current DrumMUSTER inspector competency or willingness to obtain. Certificate III in Waste Management or willingness to obtain within 2-year period. General administrative skills demonstrating a competent level of literacy, numeracy, basic computer skills and cashier work. Good customer service and verbal communication skills. We would also love you to have: Work related experience in Waste Management, Civil and/or Quarry Operations. Knowledge of Dubbo Regional Council geography. Ready to make a difference? Join us and help strengthen our community and your career. This position offers an attractive annual salary ranging from $67,767 to $78,778 with Certificate III in Waste Management. Dont hold a Certificate III in Waste Management but have experience and willing to obtain then the annual salary on offer ranges from $59,561 to $69,219. To find out more about this role, explore the Position Description and feel free to reach out to our Manager Resource Recovery and Efficiency on 02 6801 4790 to make an enquiry. If this role sounds like you, we would love to hear from you, simply click Apply Now! This position requires a preemployment health assessment. Please refer to the Job Demands document for the physical requirements of the position. Applications close 9:00am, Wednesday 5th November 2025 Please Note: Notifications are primarily systemgenerated. Please ensure your email is correct before submitting an application to avoid missing crucial updates and required information. Why Dubbo Regional Council? At Dubbo Regional Council, youll find a great combination. Heres what you can expect in your career with us: Find purpose and impact Everything you do at Dubbo Regional Council makes a difference for so many people, in so many ways. Itll always be that way. But right here, right now, were at the heart of some big change - and this is your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to help us shape the future for communities here and beyond. Find personal and professional growth Youll find so much variety here. Were doing diverse, highimpact work at scale. For you, that means plenty of opportunity to develop your skills and future career. Find people you can count on and a lifestyle you love Your career matters, but so does your life outside of work. You dont have to sacrifice one for the other. Here, youll achieve and grow in a great place to live and work, with people who truly care. Youll also enjoy a range of other benefits: Find a better balance enjoy a 38hour work week with a 9day fortnight available, plus generous leave allowances. Make your pay go further with a variety of salarypackaging options, including Rainbow Cottage Childcare, novated vehicle leasing, selfeducation expenses, disability/income protection insurance, and so much more. Be rewarded for your impact with our annual Staff Excellence Awards and find real connection with our supportive team environment and active social club. Prioritise your health and wellbeing with our Fitness Passport, comprehensive Wellbeing Program, annual flu vaccination, and Employee Assistance Program for you and your family. Dubbo Regional Council is part of Wiradjuri Country, and we acknowledge all clan groups that reside within the Dubbo and Wellington Wiradjuri Nation. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr