Vacancy
Caretaker/ Operator
Overview
POSITION OBJECTIVES:
To co-ordinate the day-to-day functions of the Hamilton Refuse Disposal Site as directed by the Manager Development and Environmental Services.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• To operate and maintain Waste Management Centre in a safe and effective manner.
• To maintain physical infrastructure of Central Highlands as directed by supervisor and within the scope of the employees’ competencies.
• Ensure the safety and welfare of property, the public and the work force in the discharge of Council’s functions.
• Ensure the site is open for public use at the prescribed hours and locked at all other times.
• Abide by Central Highlands Council’s policies and procedures including the Central Highlands Council Work Health and Safety Policy.
• Ensure that the monitoring procedures adopted are abided by for isolated areas. (ie call in when work commenced and call in when work hours completed).
• Determine, request and ticket all entry fees in accordance with prescribed charges and record problem users.
• Delivery of all fees collected to the Central Highlands Council Office in Hamilton once per week.
• Maintain site records electronically which include:
- site usage by classification
- refuse volumes taken for disposal
- recyclables taken from site.
• Promote by direction and education all waste separation practices which will result in volume reductions for transportation and disposal (in particular by enforcing the reduce-reuse-recycle program).
• Keep recycling areas tidy and free of refuse. Report any problems to the Manager, Development and
Environmental Services or delegate at the Development and Environmental Services Office on 6259 5503.
• Ensure all tyres are stored in a separate area, and not disposed of in the general refuse area.
• Maintain the Hamilton site in a litter free and tidy condition at all times.
• Ensure all re-use, recyclable items and storage areas are kept in a tidy state including caretakers shed.
• Extinguish and/or report any fire which may occur on site.
• If the sites are to be left unmanned for emergency reasons secure site and leave sign indicating time of return.
• Ensure refuse bins are filled in sequence.
• Maintain all site equipment, facilities and signage in good condition and report damages or perceived need for improvement.
• Record on site misdemeanours by time, date, number plate identification and occurrence.
Note: Position Description is available for further information upon request.
Requirements
Formal Qualifications:
• Retention of current drivers licence Class C;
• First Aid Certificate; and
• White Card
Experience:
• Waste management operations; and
• Skills in waste management.
Knowledge/Skills:
• Ability to record waste data electronically (computer literate);
• Ability to work and perform in a safe and healthy manner;
• Ability to identify problems and to report them to the Manager;
• Machinery and equipment operating skills appropriate to the class of licence held;
• Ability to identify where additional equipment is required;
• Ability to communicate requirements effectively with the general public;
• Ability to work without supervision; and
• Knowledge of employee obligations under the Work Health & Safety Act 2012 and Regulations.
Personal Attributes:
Self motivated and success motivated;
• Ability to work as a member of a team;
• Effective communication skills;
• Ability to communicate with other personnel;
• Competent use of communications equipment;
• Willingness to work overtime as required; and
• Demonstrate a personal pride in work.
• Discretion to undertake minor maintenance and repair of Council’s facilities;
• Ability to operate other machinery and equipment as required;
• Ability to perform works in a competent manner;
About The Company
Local Council - Refuse Disposal Site
Further Information
If this sounds like you, please contact DeArne Stone (Employment Manager - SWN) on 0448 844 607 or at dearne.stone@brighton.tas.gov.au to arrange a friendly
pre-screening interview.