- Competitive annual salary commencing at $77,123, plus up to 15% superannuation
- Great range of additional benefits, including health & wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements and a fortnightly RDO.
About the Region
Gympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in our western reaches to the Cooloola Coast. Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast Local Government areas, we are uniquely positioned to grow whilst still retaining our country charm. Our borders with North and South Burnett, and the Somerset Local Government areas link with our rural lifestyle, where you can enjoy our picturesque smaller townships, or our abundant local history. Our local festivals such as the Gympie Music Muster are renowned both nationally and internationally.
For someone seeking a high quality of life, with pristine natural areas and spectacular beaches, all within reach of Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we are offering this unique opportunity.
Team Member Landfill
Remuneration: Annual salary commencing at $77,123, plus up to 15% superannuation
Closing Date: Sunday 19th July at 11.00pm AEST
No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered. Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered.
Help keep Gympie's essential waste infrastructure operating safely and efficiently.
Gympie Regional Council is seeking an experienced and safety-focused Landfill Plant Operator to join our Waste and Resource Recovery team. This is a hands-on role where you'll operate specialised heavy plant, help construct and maintain landfill infrastructure, and play an important part in protecting the environment while delivering an essential service to our community.
Working as part of a small, skilled team, no two days are the same.
What you'll be doing
In this role you will:
- Operate a range of heavy plant including the landfill compactor, bulldozer, excavator, loader and other specialised equipment.
- Construct, maintain and rehabilitate landfill cells by spreading, compacting and covering waste in accordance with operational and environmental requirements.
- Maintain safe and efficient landfill operations by controlling dust, litter, weeds, pests and stormwater.
- Direct customers and contractors safely around the active landfill and assist with traffic management where required.
- Inspect incoming loads and identify prohibited or hazardous waste in accordance with Council procedures.
- Carry out routine servicing, inspections and minor maintenance of plant and equipment.
- Assist with general site maintenance and labouring duties as required.
- Contribute to a positive team culture while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, environmental compliance and customer service.
What you'll bring (essential knowledge and skills)
To be successful in this role, you'll have:
- Demonstrated experience operating heavy plant such as excavators, loaders, bulldozers, compactors or similar equipment.
- Sound mechanical aptitude and experience undertaking routine servicing and maintenance of plant.
- The ability to work safely, independently and as part of a team.
- Well-developed communication and customer service skills.
- A current Queensland HR Driver Licence (or higher).
- Construction White Card.
- Competencies in loader, roller and skid steer/backhoe operation (or the ability to obtain and maintain them).
What we're looking for
We're looking for someone who is reliable, safety-focused and takes pride in their work. You'll be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions, enjoy operating heavy machinery, and be committed to protecting the environment while delivering a high standard of service to the community.
You'll be part of a team responsible for operating and maintaining one of the region's most important pieces of environmental infrastructure, ensuring waste is managed safely and in accordance with environmental approvals.
Please note this position operates on a seven-day roster and includes weekend work.
Who to Contact
For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Council's Manager Environment and Resource Recover, Christine Blanchard via email [email protected]
For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Council's Officer Recruitment, Sue Rossi on 07-5481 0971 or email [email protected]
What we offer?
- Nine day fortnight
- Access to employee health and well-being programs
- Fitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rate
- Long service leave after seven years
- Generous superannuation scheme of up to 15 per cent
- Access to salary sacrificing and salary packaging arrangements
- Employee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families.
Our Values
- Accountability
- Communication
- Customer Service Focused
- Integrity
- Teamwork and Collaboration
For a full explanation of our values please click here. You will be assessed on your understanding of these values and how you have applied values such as these in your previous employment.
Our Process
Successful applicants will be required to undertake various checks such as skills, qualifications, reference, medical and national police.
Keen to apply? - Simply follow the instructions below:
1) Download and review the above
2) Complete the information below as requested using your personal email.
3) Click 'APPLY'
4) Attach your resume, covering letter and a single document containing copies of your qualifications, licences or tickets as applicable.
5) Click 'NEXT' and 'CONFIRM'
Please note before continuing: It is advisable that you prepare your responses in a separate word or text document, saving your work as you go and that you then copy and paste this prepared information in the form before completing the application process. Please keep your responses to a maximum 300 words for each question.
Applications close on Sunday 19th July 2026 at 11.00pm AEST. No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered.
Gympie Regional Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.
