About the position: The Waste Operations Officer plays a key role in supporting the daily operations of the Meru Waste Disposal Facility, working across both the Weighbridge office and the Bowerbird shop. This role forms part of a rotating roster within the waste operations team to ensure both facilities remain functional and well-maintained. At the Bowerbird, the officer assists customers, manages donations, and processes reusable goods for resale. At the Weighbridge, the officer ensures accurate classification, weighing, and recording of waste loads, maintains compliance with site procedures, licence conditions and supports general site operations. This position is permanent part time, working 50 hours per fortnight as part of a rotating roster which includes weekends and public holidays. Key accountabilities: Operate all weighbridge functions, maintain accurate waste records, and ensure compliance with regulations. Collect and process fees/payments (both cash and credit card) and balance the till on a daily basis in accordance with Council administrative and financial procedures. Accurately classify and maintain details of waste entering and leaving the Meru Site, using the Waste Services Software. Undertake daily tasks in the Bowerbird shop including sales, customer service, pricing, creating displays, general housekeeping, accepting donations and stock adjustment. Proactively enhance customers’ knowledge of recycling and how to reuse and repurpose shop items. Provide customers with additional waste related information and assistance as needed. For further information and to view the position description, visit www.cgg.wa.gov.au/employment. To gain a better understanding of the role, please call Toni Harrison, Waste Operations Supervisor on (08) 9956 6665. Position requirements: The successful applicant will ideally have previous experience in hospitality, retail or customer service, alternatively demonstrated experience in a similar role with willingness to learn. Additionally, have good customer service and communication skills. Completion of a pre-employment medical including alcohol and other substances testing is required of all positions at the City. Remuneration and benefits: A salary starting from $68,472 per annum (pro rata) or $34.65 per hour will be offered dependent on knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications. Some of the additional benefits of working for the City include: 15% loading per hour working part of a rotating roster (including weekends) Up to 21% Superannuation (with superannuation co-contribution scheme) 22 Annual Leave days per annum (pro rata) Health & Wellbeing Program Flexible working arrangements Career opportunities Study Assistance Centrally located Free parking About the City Overlooking the Indian Ocean, Geraldton is a thriving regional city at the heart of Australia's Coral Coast.With a growing populationofover 41,000 peopleit offers awide range ofservices andactivities. Geraldton is recognised as one of WA's key growth areas and the opportunities in this regional city are plentiful. You can be part of working with usto deliverthe bestfor our community and thisregion. The City of Greater Geraldton actively welcomes, includes and values the unique contributions of all people in its workplace. The City welcomes applications from all age groups, people with a disability, and those from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer with strong commitment to fitness for work and safety in the workplace. Interested in applying? To be considered for this vacancy, applicants are advised to include the following: A current resume A written response (maximum 1250 characters per criteria) addressing the following selection criteria inclusive of examples to support your claims: i. Previous experience in a hospitality, retail, administrative or customer service roles ii. Hold a valid C Class Driver’s License and have a current Police Clearance iii. Proficient in using computers, smartphones, and tablets, with sound working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook iv. Strong numeracy skills, with experience in processing financial transactions, including cash register reconciliation and balancing v. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills, with the ability to de-escalate challenging interactions Applications close 4pm Tuesday 3 February 2026 Please note applications will not be reviewed prior to the closing date listed above.
