Landfill Attendant

Landfill Attendant

 Closing date: 18/09/2026 9:00 AM W. Australia Standard Time

 Location: Paraburdoo

 Department: Waste Services

 Compensation: Annual Package AUD $81,870.00 - $81,870.00

 Employment type: Permanent Full-Time

 Work Arrangement: On-site

Landfill Attendant

Shire of Ashburton
Paraburdoo, WA
(Onsite)
Full Time 

 

Be the welcoming face of the Shire of Ashburton’s waste facilities as our Landfill Attendant, supporting residents and visitors with positive customer service and practical waste management solutions.

About Us

The Shire of Ashburton services the administrative centre of Tom Price and the towns of Onslow, Pannawonica and Paraburdoo.

The Shire also encompasses the Aboriginal communities of Bindi Bindi, Wakathuni, Bellary, Youngaleena and Ngurawaana.

Our vision is to embrace our unique Pilbara environment and lifestyle, by developing vibrant, active and connected communities.

We believe that social values are worth fighting for, and that everyone deserves to share in the richness created from where we choose to invest, live and visit.

What's on Offer?

• Starting salary of $81,870 p.a. (inclusive of $12k pro rata cost of living allowance) plus an additional allowance for rostered Saturday work
• Six weeks' annual leave + additional Annual Wellbeing Day
• Annual Health & Wellbeing Allowance of $300
• Superannuation match scheme (SOA contribution up to 21%)
• Secure a local government role with training and development opportunities.

About the Position

The Landfill Attendant plays a key customer service role within the Shire’s waste management operations, acting as the first point of contact for residents, contractors and visitors using the Shire’s waste facilities. On the job training and support will be provided for the successful candidate.

This position is responsible for:

• Working in the landfill gatehouse and managing site access
• Greeting customers and answering basic questions
• Assisting with payments, fees, and charges
• Keeping simple records and completing basic admin tasks
• Helping ensure the site is safe, tidy and operating to standard
• Following environmental and safety requirements (training provided)
• Assistine the Waste Coordinator with minor administration tasks

About You

To succeed in this role, you will be:

• Friendly, reliable and customer-focused
• Comfortable talking with members of the public
• Able to work independently and as part of a small team
• Willing to learn new systems and processes
• Confident using basic computer systems
• Committed to working safely, following procedures, and leading by example.
• Hold a C Class Drivers Lisence and valid White Card

How to Apply?

Applications must be submitted online via the Shire of Ashburton website: www.ashburton.wa.gov.au and applications will close at 9:00 AM on Friday 18th September 2026. Shortlisting may commence immediately.

Note: This vacancy may close early if a suitable candidate is identified. Your early application is encouraged

For further information, please contact Chris Hurstfield, Waste Coordinator, on 0447 754 696.

All terms and conditions are as per the Shire of Ashburton Industrial Agreement 2026.

The successful candidate will be required to provide evidence of any required qualifications prior to commencement. 

The Shire of Ashburton is committed to diversity and strongly encourages candidates from different cultural, gender and age backgrounds to apply.

Please Note: This position does not include housing and is therefore suitable to Paraburdoo residents who already have housing arrangements in place.

Please Note: Canvassing of Councillors or Shire Employees will disqualify applicants.