We have a unique opportunity for a 2IC Resource Recovery Facility to assist our Waste & Fleet team Thursday to Monday with weekend penalty rates.

A City in Transformation

The City of Kalamunda is undergoing an exciting evolution. With a renewed vision and a commitment to doing things differently, we’re creating an environment where bold ideas, fresh thinking, and collaboration are not just welcomed—but expected. This is a rare opportunity to be part of something bigger than a job title: to help shape an organisation that’s reimagining how local government works, delivers, and connects. If you're ready to bring your expertise into a place that’s transforming with purpose, we want you on this journey.

About this Opportunity

Reporting to the Supervisor Resource Recovery, this role assists in overseeing the day-to-day duties of the Resource Recovery Facility to deliver services effectively and efficiently.

Further details can be found in the Key Result Areas of the Position Description.

About You

To be successful in this role, you'll have the following:

• Construction Induction Training Card (white card)
• ‘C’ (Manual) class driver’s licence allowing the holder to drive legally in Western Australia is mandatory
• Basic Worksite Traffic Management (BWTM) and Traffic Controller (TC) tickets (desirable)
• Qualification in asbestos identification and removal
• Basic First Aid Training (desirable)
• Possession of a current ‘HR’ (Heavy Rigid)
• Loader ticket

Essential Criteria

1. Experience working in waste management/transfer stations.
2. Demonstrated experience in leadership of teams and contractors with the ability to motivate teams.
3. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
4. Well-developed interpersonal, dispute resolution, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
5. Sound knowledge of safe operation procedures and user maintenance of tools and equipment.
6. Proven competence in the use of computer applications such as apps, MS Office and email.
7. Demonstrated time management skills.

Desirable Criteria

• Awareness and understanding of environmental issues and practices.
• Experience in asbestos identification and removal.
• Basic mechanical aptitude.

Hours of Work

This is permanent full-time position working 76 hours from Thursday to Monday with every second Monday being a rostered day off. Penalty rates apply for working on the weekend as well as an operations and adverse conditions allowance.

• Thursday to Friday: 6.45am to 3.45pm
• Saturday to Sunday: 7am to 4pm
• Monday: 6.45am to 3.15pm (every second Monday a rostered day off)

About the Benefits

This position offers a salary of $76,688 – $79,011 per annum, plus penalty rates for working weekends, plus superannuation. Other inclusions are an operational allowance, adverse condition allowance, annual increments, industrial agreement increases, a generous superannuation co-contribution scheme, 22 days annual leave with 17.5% loading and personal leave.

How to Apply

To be considered for the position it is essential that your application includes a cover letter with your claims against the Essential Criteria listed above and a current resume.

Your application and other supporting documents can be submitted electronically via our website or through Seek. Please ensure that you only submit TWO separate documents being your cover letter which includes the essential criteria and your resume.

For any further queries about the role, please contact People Services on 08 9257 9967.

Please refer to the Career Opportunities section for more information on the position at www.kalamunda.wa.gov.au for the Position Description.

Applications close Sunday 2 November 2025.

The City of Kalamunda reserves the right to commence recruitment prior to the closing date. Submissions from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

The City of Kalamunda is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all people and want to build a workforce as diverse as the community we serve. We aim to have a work environment where everyone feels included and everyone can realise their full potential.