About the role Join our Resource Recovery team and help deliver high quality recovery services across council operated facilities. In this role you will contribute to an efficient, safe and customer focused environment while supporting the reuse and recycling of valuable materials. Some of your key responsibilities will include: Collection, re-use and/or recycling of materials Maintain resource recovery areas so that they are safe, clean, and free of impediments Engage with customers and visitors of the facility in a polite and respectful manner Operate a variety of equipment, including front end loaders, bulldozers, excavators, forklifts, and other ancillary equipment Ensure daily pre-start site and equipment inspections occur, including notifications to relevant council staff when issues arise View the position description for more details about the role. About you To be successful in this role you will have: Relevant qualification and/or equivalent experience in waste management or other relevant field The ability to operate some or all of the following classes of equipment: LB (Backhoe) LE (Excavator) LL (Front-End Loader) LS (Skid Steer Loader - Drott) High-risk work (HRW) forklift licence ideal Good communication and teamwork skills A commitment to monitor and maintain a safe working environment Ability to work in line with in our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership Pre employment checks include: Medical (including drug and alcohol screening) Criminal history check About the benefits This is a permanent full time position with a base salary commencing at $80,972 plus 32.5% shift loading ($107,287) plus 12.5% superannuation. Roster: 4 days on 4 days off working 11 hour days (average of 38 hours per week) Positive workplace culture: Be part of a team that values positivity, inclusivity and a supportive environment where everyone can thrive Work/Life balance: Enjoy a supportive approach to work/life balance to maintain your well-being while fulfilling your work ambitions Diversity and inclusion: Work with a diverse workforce where different ideas and perspectives lead to innovation and better decision making Learning and development: Experience ongoing learning, development and career opportunities to enhance your skills, expertise and knowledge of industry trends Health and well-being: Access to gym memberships, employee assistance program and special events supporting your physical and mental health Leave options: Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, cultural leave and other leave options Salary packaging: Tailor a variety of salary packaging options to your needs such as financial advice, income protection About us Ipswich is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity. It is one of the state’s fastest growing cities and fifth oldest provincial city. Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision: ‘Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.' We have a workplace culture built on our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people. Join us If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you. Please apply online and submit: A cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of this role A resume of no more than 4 pages including current licences/tickets/qualifications/certificates/visa that you hold Closing date: 24 March 2026 Please direct any related questions to Jarrod Parise at careers@ipswich.qld.gov.au. Pre Employment Screening: Successful applicants must agree to provide information for pre employment screening including referee checks, validation of eligibility to work in Australia, criminal history check and may include health assessments, validation of qualifications and licences and other screening checks. Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer: We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.
