Transfer Station Attendant

Applications closing on 01 July 2026, 05:00 PM

  • Job TypeCasual

 Location: Corangamite Regional Landfill (Naroghid) and transfer stations operating at Derrinallum, Port Campbell, Simpson, Skipton, and Timboon

 Job type:  Casual, with weekend availability required

 Salary:  $43.68 to $44.80 per hour, inclusive of an industry allowance

 

About the position

Corangamite Shire Council is seeking a Transfer Station Attendant to provide efficient, courteous and responsive customer service across Council's landfill and transfer station sites.

The main responsibilities will include: 

  • Attending to customer enquiries.
  • Operating the weighbridge and ensuring an orderly flow of traffic in the transfer station, providing directions for tipping, assisting motorists, and encouraging the deposit of recyclable materials in designated areas.
  • Maintaining accurate timesheets, electronic systems/records, EFTPOS, and other documentation as required.
  • Undertaking financial transactions, receipting user fees, issuing invoices, printing of daily reports, reconciliation of days’ takings and balancing the cash float for the Transfer Station Site.
  • Maintaining security at the transfer station and ensure no materials/items scavenging occurs on site.
  • Ensuring work and public areas are maintained in a safe and presentable manner.

 

About you

  • Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to provide excellent customer service.
  • Demonstrated experience in customer service or administration, with experience in cash handling and EFTPOS highly desirable.
  • Ability to work independently and within a team environment and effectively prioritise and manage tasks. 
  • Proficient in the use of computer applications, including the Microsoft Suite.
  • A demonstrated commitment to our values of teamwork, trust and respect.
  • Current Victorian Driver Licence, Working with Children Check and recent National Police Check, or ability to obtain prior to commencement.

 

 

Attachments

Click here to download a Position Description(PDF, 738KB)

 

How to apply

Applicants are required to submit a resume and cover letter outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria listed in the Position Description.

Apply now

 

Contact

Simone Robertson, Coordinator Waste & Environmental Sustainability

 Phone: 03 5593 7100

 

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“Working at Corangamite Shire allows for a supportive work-life balance alongside friendly people passionate about our community.”

 

About Corangamite Shire

Working at Corangamite Shire Council means you will be a part of a fair and respectful workplace where everyone is given the opportunity to reach their potential. 

We are a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. Applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples and from people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Corangamite Shire Council | Employment (https://www.corangamite.vic.gov.au/Employment).