Resource Recovery Centre Operator (2 Positions)

Multiple part time roles with 25% loading available  
Work in a supportive, team environment  
Various rosters available including Kinglake, Marysville, Eildon, Yea, Alexandra.  

Make a significant difference in our community! 

Council has some exciting opportunities to join our Resource Recovery team as a Resource Recovery Centre Operator. These roles play a significant part in Council’s commitment to make a difference to our environment by contributing to the effective operation of our Resource Recovery Centres (RRC). The RRC Operator will support initiatives that aim to increase the recovery of reusable / recyclable materials and, in turn, reduce the amount of waste going to landfill.  

About this opportunity 

 In this role of RRC Operator, you will:

• Provide a high level of customer service and share relevant information regarding waste and disposal options based on customer queries.

• Receive acceptable materials and collect disposal fees in accordance with Council’s schedule of charges.

• Accurately operate and record all transactions on Council’s electronic waste recording tool on tablet including EFTPOS receipting and accounting for all materials deposited.

• Ensure the appropriate placement of materials deposited and ensure prohibited materials are not accepted at sites.

• Manage the appropriate clearance of materials from the sites.

• Maintain safe, secure and clean sites.

What you will bring 

To be successful in this role you will need:

• Demonstrated interest in the waste management field and commitment to recycling and environmental values.

• Ability to demonstrate excellent customer service skills when dealing with the public.

• Good physical fitness and commitment to Occupational Health and Safety to handle heavy/awkward materials appropriately with the ability to work/walk on uneven ground and stand for extended periods.

• Good numeracy and reading skills (at a successful completion of Year 12 level or equivalent).

• Ability to operate technology and equipment such as a tablet and EFTPOS machine.

• Hold a current Victorian Drivers Licence to enable travel between RRC site locations as required.

Important Information about these roles

The RRCs operate over weekends and some weekdays therefore successful applicants must be willing and able to work a roster that may vary key days for these roles. In these part time positions you will be guaranteed a minimum hours per week working shifts which may include up to 5 consecutive days in a 7 day period and additional hours offered based on the roster. In accordance with 32.2 Special Engagement of the Murrindindi Shire Council Enterprise Agreement your hourly rate of pay will be $39.55 per hour inclusive of a 25% loading (effective January 2025 based on Band 2A).

We have two positions available:

Position One: will be primarily based at our Kinglake Resource Recovery Centre and will be guaranteed a minimum of 17 hours per week across fixed days of Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday each week. 

Position Two: may be rostered at our RRC’s in Eildon, Marysville, Yea and Alexandra and is guaranteed 6 hours per week.  The hours and days are more flexible for this position.  

If you prefer the Kinglake Resource Recovery Centre, please confirm this in your application.  

What we offer

Murrindindi Shire is situated on Melbourne's peri-urban fringe and encompasses the charming rural townships of Alexandra, Eildon, Kinglake, Marysville and Yea. The Shire benefits from great natural beauty and tourist attractions such as Lake Eildon, picturesque national parks, the Great Victorian Rail Trail and access to Victoria's snowfields. We are located within proximity to Melbourne, a lovely 60 to 90 minute drive from Melbourne, depending on your route.

We offer a supportive and flexible work environment within a supportive team along with ongoing professional development and a range of employee benefits designed to promote a positive work/life balance.

How to apply 

For more information about the role or a confidential discussion, please contact Michael Hill, Team Leader – Resource Recovery on (03) 5772 0333.  

We request your application contains a cover letter, your resume, and addresses the key selection criteria set out in the Position Description. 

You can submit your application and any accompanying attachments: 

• online – you will receive an email notification confirming your submission 

• by email to msc@murrindindi.vic.gov.au  

• or post them to Murrindindi Shire Council, PO Box 138, Alexandra 3714. 

Applications close at 11.45 pm, on Sunday 15 February 2026  

Conditions of employment are in accordance with the Murrindindi Shire Council’s Enterprise Agreement.  It is also a condition of employment that the successful applicant:

• Provides evidence of eligibility to work in Australia