Resource Recovery Centre Officer

• Permanent Full Time
• Band 3 (Special Engagement- Working every second weekend)
• 38 Hrs per week, 19 day a month
• Darebin Resource Recovery Centre, 30 Kurnai Avenue Reservoir

This position forms part of a supportive and high-performing Operations & Waste team. The successful candidate will contribute to maintaining a high standard of work while supporting the day-to-day operations of the Resource Recovery Centre. A key focus of the role is providing excellent customer service and identifying opportunities for reuse and recycling, helping to divert valuable materials from landfill and promote sustainable waste management practices

We're building Darebin's future - and we're looking for great people to join us.

As part of our organisational redesign, we're introducing new roles that support Darebin's future focus and priorities.

About the role:

Provide customer service and guidance to residents and members of the public at the Resource Recovery Centre, assisting with traffic management and directing customers to the appropriate unloading areas to ensure materials are correctly sorted, maximising resource recovery and minimising landfill disposal.

You will:

• Participate in all operational functions of the Resource Recovery Centre and ensure the centre is professionally and efficiently run.

• Have a positive public image and maintain a standard of behaviour when dealing with residents and ratepayers that will bring credit to the team and Council
• Other duties where required as directed by the Resource Recovery Centre Team Leader.
• Promote a supportive and positive work culture to improve engagement and performance.
• Ensure safe and proper work practices are adhered to in accordance with current procedures and policies along with any OH&S legislation and relevant industry standards.
• Report any situation or activity or breach of policy or law which may give rise to a potential liability or abnormal cost for Council.
• Other duties as directed within the skills and capabilities of a position at this level.

About you:

Set out the skills, experience and values we are looking for.

• Current Victorian Drivers Licence.
• Current Working with Children Card
• Experience in the Waste Management Industry – Resource Recovery Operations or Relevant experience in a similar environment
• Current licences for excavator, Front end loader and forklift operation (Desirable)

Why Darebin?

Darebin City Council is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We proudly serve one of the most diverse communities in Victoria, and we know that a diverse workforce strengthens our ability to deliver meaningful outcomes.

We offer:

• A supportive team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• A workplace that values collaboration, integrity, respect and creativity
• The chance to make a real difference

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your application including a Cover Letter and Resume. If you wish to address the Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description, you may do so in your cover letter.

Applications close on 16 September 2026 at 11:30PM. Applications will be reviewed during the advertising period so if you’re interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to get your application in as early as possible.

For a confidential discussion about the role and the opportunity, contact

Said Abdullahi – **************@darebin.vic.gov.au

Should you need reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process to support your accessibility needs, please get in contact with us and advise how we can best support you.

Pre-employment Checks

Darebin is committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, and thorough ‘Safety Screening’ processes apply.

To work at Darebin City Council, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, a Victorian Employee Working with Children Check and comply with Child Safety standards.

All employees are required to undertake an Australian Criminal History Check and may be required to complete a Functional Health Assessment.