- 3 x Permanent Full-Time positions available
- Salary: $64,207 - $72,166 gross p.a. plus 12% Super plus allowances - Adverse Working Conditions Level 2
- 38 hours per week (Monday to Sunday)
- Located at West Nowra Recycling & Waste Facility
- Applications close: Monday, 5 January 2026 (at midnight)
- Interviews will take place in early 2026
About the Role
The MRF Operator supports the safe and efficient operation of Shoalhaven City Council's Materials Recovery Facility. Working as part of a team, the role involves operating and maintaining fixed and mobile equipment to process recyclable materials. Ensuring WHS and environmental standards are met. This includes:
- Operate a variety of plant and equipment within the facility, including Recycling Plant & Equipment, Materials Handler, Balers, Forklifts, Loaders
- Conduct daily pre-operational checks and maintenance on plant and trucks (oil/water/tyre/grease/fuel/clean etc.) to maintain smooth operations.
- Participate in morning and afternoon briefs, identifying any safety related issues or operational improvements that can be implemented.
- Work within a team to operate and maintain both fixed and mobile plant equipment to ensure the smooth processing of recyclable materials.
Please refer to the Job Description under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.
Being available to be on-call and complete reasonable overtime is a requirement of this position.
About You
To be successful in the position, you will have:
- Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations or extensive verified experience operating mechanical equipment in a waste, recycling, quarrying, construction, or civil environment.
- Experience operating mobile equipment such as wheeled loaders, forklifts, material handlers and balers.
- Current Class HR Driver's Licence
- Current NSW General Construction induction card (white card).
We are looking for a reliable, safety-focused team player with experience in operating machinery or plant equipment. Someone who works well with others, takes initiative, and is committed to maintaining high WHS and environmental standards.
How to Apply
To submit an application, click Apply and complete each Step of the application. You will be required to attach your resume (and cover letter if required) and respond to questions regarding general information about you.
In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement.
- At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting
- What is your understanding of Work Health and Safety and how will you contribute to maintaining a positive safety culture?
- Please outline your previous experience relevant to this position.
Applicants who progress to pre-employment checks may be required to undergo a Qualification Check, Work Rights Verification, Reference Checks and Medical (High Risk). Employment is subject to satisfactory outcomes for all required checks.
For tips and more information on how to submit a great application, please visit how to apply on Councils website. If you require assistance submitting your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team on 02 4429 3253.
Applications Close: Monday, 5 January 2026 (at midnight)
If you have any questions about this role, please contact Peter Windley - Commissioning Coordinator - 02 4429 5971
Why Work with Us
The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.
Benefits include:
- Generous leave entitlements
- Long Service Leave after 5 years
- Novated lease arrangements available
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance
**Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies
At Shoalhaven City Council, we are proud to foster a workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve.
We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members to apply.
We are committed to ensuring a equitable recruitment processes. If you have a disability and require reasonable adjustments to fairly demonstrate your skills, please contact us.
As a Child Safe Organisation, we are committed to upholding the rights of children and young people and ensuring a safe and respectful environment for all.
