Trainee Waste and Resource Recovery

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A Bit About The Role

The role involves providing high‑quality, accurate, and timely administrative support to assist the team and organisation in delivering services effectively. It includes continually developing business administration skills and understanding Council processes. A key focus is on gaining knowledge of Council software and systems to ensure accurate data entry, retrieval, and records management. Responsibilities also include maintaining accurate records of incoming and outgoing recyclable and reusable materials, receipting of monies, and daily balancing. Strong communication with supervisors, team members, and the public is essential to ensure tasks are completed safely and within deadlines, with a consistent focus on customer service. Additionally, the role supports a positive safety culture through documentation, incident reporting, and participation in team safety discussions.

In a Trainee, We Look For

• Interest and passion in resource recovery
• Attention to detail & time management
• Proactive work ethic & team focused
• Intermediate computer skills

What You Can Learn

About The Role

A Trainee Waste and Resource Recovery is full time employment for three (3) years, and the proposed study will be a Certificate III in Civil Construction (Plant Operations).

Fixed term

76‑hour fortnight (Term Contract – 3 years)

Salary

Based on the Local Government Award + 12% super

Closing date

11 : 30pm Sunday, 9 November 2025

Contact

Akhil Joseph, Coordinator Waste and Resource Recovery –

Seniority level

Internship

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Other

Industries

Government Administration

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