Waste & Organics Operator - Organics

Waste & Organics Operator - Organics

Wangaratta, VIC | Permanent Part Time (24 hours per week) | Workdays: Wednesday, Thursday & Friday | $33.34 per hour + super

Step into a role where your work genuinely makes a difference. The Rural City of Wangaratta’s Organics Processing Facility is a modern, well resourced operation supporting both our local community and neighbouring councils. With state of the art equipment and a strong focus on innovation, we’re committed to maximising recycling and driving smarter, more sustainable resource recovery.

If you’re passionate about the environment and want to be part of a team that’s shaping a cleaner future, this could be the perfect opportunity.

Why You’ll Love This Role

As a Waste & Organics Operator, you’ll play a hands on role in improving sustainability outcomes across the region. Every day brings variety, teamwork, and the chance to contribute to meaningful environmental impact.

What We’re Looking For

• A genuine interest in sustainable waste and resource recovery
• A full manual driver’s licence (essential)
• Experience with agricultural equipment or heavy plant (preferred, not essential)
• A positive attitude, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to follow organisational policies and procedures
• Physical capacity to undertake manual work

What We Offer

• Full training and ongoing support, including opportunities to obtain licences such as Heavy Rigid and loader tickets
• A solid understanding of municipal waste management practices
• A safe, modern, well equipped facility with high compliance standards
• Overtime opportunities
• Career progression pathways
• Learning and development opportunities

Join a team that values innovation, teamwork, and environmental responsibility — and help us build a more sustainable future for our community.

For more information and to view the position description, please visit our website at www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au. For Further enquiries about this position should be directed to Brian Bowman, Team Leader - Landfill, Organics and Kerbside on 0419 398 612.

Applications close at 3pm on Monday, 13 July 2026. 

Rural City of Wangaratta is a child safe and equal opportunity employer.  Employment applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged.  In addition, applications for positions that work with children must provide referees who can comment on their experience working with children.  These roles also require a valid Working with Children Check and all roles require a National Criminal History Check. 

When submitting your application, you will need to include:

• Your current contact details;
• A cover letter to your application. This document is an introduction to your application and will generally include an outline as to why you have applied for the role;
• A current resume with a minimum of two current referees;