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RWMF Indigenous Trainee Operator

11/08/2025
19/09/2025
$73,438.74 - $74,620.85
Fixed Term - Full Time
Regional Waste Management Facility
Local Government

Our Benefits
In addition to competitive salaries, Council offers the following benefits:

  • Six weeks annu­al leave
  • 15 days per­son­al leave
  • Paid Domes­tic and Fam­i­ly Vio­lence leave
  • Cultural/​ceremonial leave
  • Train­ing and devel­op­ment opportunities
  • Flex­i­ble work­ing arrangements
  • Superannuation + Salary Sacrifice
  • Relo­ca­tion assis­tance for eli­gi­ble positions
  • In-house health and well­be­ing program
  • Employ­ee Assis­tance Program
  • Free admission to the Alice Springs Aquat­ic Leisure Cen­tre

Who we Are and our Values

Alice Springs Town Council is an organisation shaping the future of this iconic central Australian town. We offer our 200+ team members across our three sites, opportunities for professional growth, competitive benefits, and the chance to contribute to a vibrant and culturally rich community. Our vision of a brighter future, a prosperous and cohesive community.

We aspire to be modern, inclusive and innovative, bridging divides and forging new paths. We want to bring our community together, to celebrate this unique place of gathering where the world meets the oldest living culture on Earth.

Leadership – our culture, values and accountability are present throughout the organisation

Collaboration – we work in partnership and are better together

Trust – nothing is more important than the trust between the community and ourselves

Respect – we respect people and genuinely care

Authenticity – what we do rings true and we do what we say

Inclusion – we value all people to create a more equal world

Commitment – we consistently strive towards our mission

Determination – we endeavour to continuously improve

Job Description

Join a supportive and inclusive team committed to developing skills and creating meaningful career pathways in waste and recycling across Central Australia.

This Indigenous-identified position offers a unique opportunity for a committed individual to learn and grow within Council’s Regional Waste Management Facility. Tailored to suit existing skills and licences, the role involves hands-on training across all areas of waste and recycling operations, including the Tipshop, transfer station, weighbridge, hazardous waste handling, salvaging, and green waste conversion. With potential to operate machinery such as water trucks, hook trucks, excavators, and loaders (subject to licence eligibility), the successful candidate will also assist with stockpiling, yard maintenance, and sorting recyclable materials. A strong focus on safety, accurate record-keeping, respectful conduct, and adherence to Council policies is essential, with opportunities for further upskilling including forklift, first aid, and truck licences.

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Desired Skills and Experience

We’re looking for someone who is:

  • Keen and motivated to learn all aspects of waste and recycling operations, including customer service and potential machinery use (subject to licensing)
  • Currently holds a valid Northern Territory driver’s licence 
  • Able to carry out pre-operational checks, complete risk assessments, and maintain accurate daily paperwork
  • Comfortable working under supervision, following instructions, and reporting issues clearly and promptly
  • Willing to develop a strong understanding of Work Health, Safety & Welfare (WHS&W) responsibilities
  • Physically capable and committed to working safely in an outdoor environment
  • Respectful and professional in interactions with the public and fellow Council employees
  • Identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person
  • Able to work effectively in a cross-cultural team environment

For more information about this role, please contact  Connor Jones - RWMF Supervisor - Regional Waste Management Facility, at CJones@astc.nt.gov.au

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