At Singleton Council, our employee promise is simple: ADD VALUE. BE VALUED.

As an employee of Singleton Council, you will join an engaged, safe, sustainable and performing (ESSP) workforce who work collectively to create community.

Singleton Council has a long and proud history. From our agricultural foundations to our abundant natural resources, we are more than just New South Wales’ largest producer of coal. Singleton has developed into the economic beating heart of the State and a centre of industry, heritage, tourism and community.

Here at Council, we offer a wide range of services, supporting our community vision to be vibrant, progressive, connected, sustainable and resilient.

We’re committed to providing an environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute their unique skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact, while also recognising and appreciating your valuable contributions and ensuring you feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

ADD VALUE - THE ROLE

The Community Recycling Centre (CRC) Operator provides customer support to the disposal of household levels of waste and recyclables at the Community Recycling Centre and transfer bin area. The position is required to operate the recycling shop, decanting and processing of paints, oils and polystyrene, collection of illegal dumping and carry out general site and equipment maintenance.

Key responsibilities include:

• Operate and maintain the Community Recycling Centre and transfer bins areas
• Process or bulk up waste collected in the Community Recycling Centre such as compacting of cardboard and soft plastics, decanting of oil and paint and processing of polystyrene.
• Carry out resource recovery, transfer and storage of reusable and recyclable items.
• Divert recyclable wastes from landfill for recovery or sale in the Recycling Shop.
• Assist customers in the disposal of general waste at the transfer station or recyclables at the Community Recycling Centre and advise customers if materials are unacceptable.
• Monitor waste levels within the CRC and report to the supervisor when stocks require removal.
• Conduct grounds maintenance including but not limited to vegetation management, litter collection and minor landscape works around the facility.
• Perform recycling shop duties, including inventory management, sales, cash register operations and bank reconciliations in accordance with Council’s procedures.
• Assist with the collection illegally dumped items from nearby roads/properties when requested.
• Carry out plant and machinery pre-start check, checks for safety and risk assessments in accordance with Council’s operating procedures.

Essential to this role is a strong customer service focus with the ability to work under minimal supervision and the ability to work under minimal supervision, and experience working in an environment which requires manual handling.

This position is offered on a permanent, full-time basis working a 76 hours per fortnight across an 8-day fortnight. This roster includes one weekend per fortnight.

Remuneration package for this position is based on Grade 5 of Council's Salary System Protocol which equates to a base salary of $3103 - $3486 per fortnight inclusive of weekend penalty rates and Adverse Working Conditions allowance, plus 12% superannuation. This role is eligible for 5 weeks annual leave per year.

BE VALUED - THE REWARD

Your wellbeing benefits include:

• Swell Program (Safe + Well at Singleton Council)
• Health + Wellbeing Leave
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Annual Flu Vaccinations + Skin Checks

Your flexible work benefits may include:

• Rostered Day Off
• 9-day fortnight

Your leave benefits include:

• Concessional Leave between Christmas and New Year
• Annual Leave
• Sick + Carer’s Leave
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
• Parental Leave
• Domestic + Family Violence Leave
• Health + Wellbeing Leave

Your development benefits include:

• Training Courses + Professional Development
• Education Assistance
• Leadership Development Program
• Emerging Leaders Program
• 'Grow our Own' Program

Your reward + recognition benefits include:

• ESSPecialist Program Awards
• Service Awards
• Be Valued Recognition Program
  
  

WANT TO KNOW MORE?

To find out about all the amazing things Singleton Council is doing to add value to our community click here to explore our webpages.

Do you want to be valued at Singleton Council? Click here to check out our careers page and to see what is on offer.

For further information regarding this role please see the position description.

INTERESTED?

For a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity contact Paul Jakes, Coordinator Waste Management Facility on 02 6578 7298.

To be eligible for this role you MUST have the Right to Work in Australia.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE WEDNESDAY 23 JULY 2025.