Weighbridge Operator

Casual Position – no guarantee of hours

Council is seeking suitably qualified applicants to join our pool of Casual Weighbridge Operators.

Reporting directly to the Leading Hand Waste Services, you will be responsible for customer service, advice on waste disposal and separation to Broken Hill Waste Management Facility users. This position ensures accurate record keeping of waste data as per reporting requirements under the Environmental Protection Authority Licence. The position has direct interaction with the public and provides direction to users and the highest level of customer service.

Job Description

You will be confident in welcoming and greeting customers and comfortable working independently. Your sound communication skills will be required to provide directions to users and offer advice on waste disposal and separation. Good computer skills and the willingness to learn policy and procedures are required.

The city of Broken Hill is home to a very inclusive community and at Broken Hill City Council we welcome you to join our team and enjoy the career success you hope for. 

The ideal candidate will possess and be able to demonstrate the following:

• A ‘can do’ attitude focused on delivering outcomes
• Commitment to a strong values culture and a preparedness to ‘Play your Role’
• Commitment to a safe and healthy workplace
• Commitment to embracing Council’s Customer service framework and to ‘Think like the Customer’
• Commitment to continuous improvement and embracing change
• Have a commitment to the liveability of our community

Terms and Conditions of Employment:

• As the Waste facility is open 7 days per week and operates on a rotating roster, you will need to be available for work Monday through to Sunday. Penalty rates will apply for Saturday and Sunday work as per the Broken Hill Consent Award. All other conditions are as per the Award.

Appointment to this role will be subject to:

• Pre-employment Medical
• National Police and Background Check
• Reference Checks

Job reference: BHCC-WST-06

Please click on link to Weighbridge Operator position description

Any questions about the role can be directed to the Leading Hand Waste Services on mobile 0458242190.

To apply for this role, CLICK APPLY and provide Council with a two-page (max.) cover letter that focuses on the essential requirements of the role (refer Position Description). Please provide an up-to-date resume with at least two current work-related referees.

Applications close Friday 20 March 2026 at 5pm (ACST)

Broken Hill City Council promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people. People from Indigenous backgrounds, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require any adjustments to assist you with your application, please contact Council’s People & Culture Department on (08) 8080 3346 or (08) 8080 3347.

Please note that the selection process can commence before the closing date and that the preferred candidate can be selected based on application and referee checks only.