Group and Team: Waste Management Centre Team
Location: Waste Transfer Station (McRobies Gully)
Employment status: Permanent, Full-time
Classification: Municipal Employee Level 5
Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024
Salary range: $73,368 per annum + 13.5% superannuation
- Enjoy City of Hobart employee benefits.
- Above award wages and employer superannuation at 13.5%.
- Permanent, full-time opportunities with a fortnightly Rostered Day Off.
The position supports the delivery of the City of Hobart’s Waste Management Strategy 2015-2030 by working daily to support and ensure safe, efficient and cost-effective waste management practices are delivered.
Role accountabilities include:
Deliver safe and efficient landfill and transfer station operations, including organic recycling and resource recovery activities.
Operate and maintain plant and equipment in line with manuals, procedures and standing instructions.
Provide clear guidance to the public on waste disposal, recycling and resource recovery practices.
Manage site traffic and inspect incoming vehicles to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
Maintain a clean, compliant site while following all safety procedures, and support broader team operations including rostered weekend work.
Learn more about the role in the position description: Position Description
You hold a Certificate III in Waste Management (CPP30719) or the ability to acquire, along with a current Heavy Rigid Driver Licence, and White Card Registration.
You are a capable and safety-focused operator with demonstrated experience operating small to medium plant, including loaders, excavators, compactors, tracked loaders and heavy rigid trucks. You are confident working in compliance-driven environments and bring a strong understanding of safe work practices.
You have the ability to read, interpret and work from programs, procedures and manuals, ensuring tasks are carried out accurately and in line with operational and safety standards.
A proactive and reliable team member, you take pride in your work, adapt to changing priorities and contribute positively to a safe, efficient and high-performing workplace.
The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.
We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:
- Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13.5% with salary sacrifice options.
- Flexible work arrangements including the option to apply for a nine-day fortnight.
- A wide range of leave entitlements.
- Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
- Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre.
- Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.
- An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
- Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.
Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.
The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.
City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.
The City of Hobart operates within the Child and Youth Safe Organisations Framework, safeguarding children and young people accessing our services and facilities. Your commitment to this framework is essential to improving the way we work, by implementing strategies and actions to promote child safety and wellbeing and preventing harm to children and young people. The City of Hobart incorporates Tasmania’s Child and Youth Safe Standards in its recruitment process, ensuring the safety and well-being of children and young people in our community.
Learn more about our vision, mission and values.
If you are passionate about our beautiful city and ready to take on a role that challenges and rewards, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!
If you require any further information specific to this role please contact Jenny Alvarez, Supervisor Waste Management Centre, on 0429 803 135 or email [email protected]
All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to [email protected]. Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.
Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday 9 August 2026.
You will need to read the position description prior to commencing your application as you will be required to address the key duties, skills and knowledge for this role in 600 words or less.
Please ensure you have copies of your current resume and relevant qualification/s ready to attach at the end of your application.
To protect privacy and prevent fraud, do not upload or email personal documents such as Driver’s licences, passports, or personal tax and superannuation details. Instead:
- Applicants are required to declare they hold the required documentation/licence, and
- Originals will be sighted by People and Culture on the first day of work as a condition of employment.
Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.
The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.
Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.
Learn more about the selection process on our website.
