Recycling Centre Operator M-F

Working at AlburyCity is not just a job, you are connected to something much bigger.  
 
Every position, every person, every department is here for our community and to make a difference to where we work, live and play. We are here to learn, to grown, to achieve and to create genuine connections within our community. 

The Position 
To assist in all aspects across the operations at the Albury Recycling Centre.

Tasks and responsibilities 

• Assist in the coordination of an orderly approach to the sorting of recycling and rubbish disposal by providing a high level of customer service and guidance to customers and visitors.  
• Operate and perform preventative maintenance on small plant located in the ARC within accordance with the manufacturers' requirements, licence conditions, NSW Safework regulations and council policies and procedure. 
• Perform daily checks on plant and machinery to ensure mechanical, safety and operational compliance                                                                                                                                                
• Processing of materials, including shredding, granulating, dismantling, baling and separation for recycling/reuse  
• Segregate and package recycling materials for transport offsite. 
• Assist contractors in the pickup of materials for recycling.  
• Store materials, plant, equipment and tools securely, including monitoring facilities for signs of unauthorised entry

Qualifications and experience 

• Construction Induction Card 
• Forklift Licence 
• Class C (Standard) Driver's Licence (compulsory to have and maintain) 
• Experience working in a landfill or resource recovery environment  
• Experience operating small plant and equipment 
• Customer service experience 

Hours 
Based on a 38-hour week, with actual days and times being Monday to Friday between the hours of 7.00am to 5.30pm, with an RDO in accordance with AlburyCity's RDO guidelines. These times may vary due to operational requirements and will be determined by the supervisor.

Benefits 
Live and work in a culture-rich location minutes from the Murray River, just a short drive to one of Victoria’s best wine regions and with the ski fields so close you will be zooming down the mountains in under two hours.   
  
Our conditions of employment support equal opportunities and an ethical, diverse, and inclusive workplace. We also recognise and value your priorities beyond work. It’s important to us that you have a sustainable work-life balance, so we offer flexible working arrangements, a nine-day fortnight for full-time staff, and a range of leave options and support programs. 
 
We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and supported. We encourage applications from all people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ communities, and people of all ages and identities. 

AlburyCity is committed to being a child safe organisation by creating cultures, adopting strategies and taking action to empower children. We work hard to keep them safe from harm because child safety is everyone’s responsibility. 
 
This role closes on 14 September 2026. Should you require any further information for this role please email Nigel Pontt  on ••••@alburycity.nsw.gov.au or call 02 •••• •864.