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Dubbo, New South Wales Fulltime Description 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 1.48 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 the Resource, Recovery and Efficiency branch and develop your skills and future career. Find purpose and impact As our Waste and Collection Attendant, youll make an impact by playing an essential, handson role in keeping the Dubbo region clean and enjoyable for all. Youll have the opportunity to be at the leading edge of waste and recycling while we transition away from the old school landfill mentality towards resource recovery and circular economy initiatives. You''ll work with an experienced team passion for ensuring the best for our environment and operate stateoftheart equipment. You''ll also work across all aspects of our waste facilities, including rural transfer stations and undertake garbage collection runs in both Dubbo and Wellington, where each 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 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 and Watercart. What Youll Bring To thrive in this role, you will need: Plant operator competence in loader, compactor, forklift or bobcat and other plant operation applicable to landfill operations, including mechanical aptitude. Class HR Drivers Licence. WorkCover construction induction card. General administrative skills showing a competent level of literacy, numeracy, basic computer skills and cashier work. Good customer service and verbal communication skills. Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment. We Would Also Love You To Have Appropriate workrelated waste management experience and operation of a sidelift waste collection truck. Knowledge of computeroperated weighbridge equipment. 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 $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 4793 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, Monday 10 April 2026 Please Note: Notifications are primarily system generated. 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 Find personal and professional growth Find people you can count on and a lifestyle you love 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 onceinalifetime opportunity to help us shape the future for communities here and beyond. 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