Commencing: Immediately

Position Status: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: Level 4/ 4A range of $61,375 - $63,347*

*Plus industry allowance of up to $72 per week – based on ordinary hours worked

The Shire is seeking a dedicated and customer-focused individual to join our Infrastructure Services team as a Landfill Operations Officer. This role is key to ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of our landfill site, while delivering high-quality service to all site users.

The Landfill Operations Officer will welcome vehicles to the site, inspect waste loads, record waste transactions, keep accurate logs and monitor site safety and security. They will work with Shire contractors and facility users to ensure safe and efficient operations occur.

Why Join Us:

This position offers great benefits, including:

• A fantastic work life balance;
• Fortnightly Rostered Day Off (RDO) – work a 9-day fortnight!
• A small, personable team environment;
• Training and development opportunities should you want to progress your career;
• A great employee Health and Wellbeing Program including flu shots, hearing tests, skin checks and an Employee Assistance Program; 
• Industry allowance of up to $72.00 per fortnight;

• Additional superannuation through the Shire’s co-contribution program; and
• Salary sacrifice options.

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a dedicated team that contributes to the sustainability and efficiency of the Shire’s waste management operations. You will play a vital role in protecting the environment, while delivering exceptional service to the community.

Conditions of employment are in accordance with the Shire of Merredin Outside Staff Enterprise Agreement 2022 - SoM EA 2022.

If you would like further information about this position please contact Brian Wall, Executive Manager Infrastructure Services on (08) 9041 1611 during office hours.

To apply, send your resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria to careers@merredin.wa.gov.au or drop if off at the Shire Administration Building, no later than 4.00pm on Friday 14 November 2025.

Craig Watts

Chief Executive Officer

The Shire of Merredin is an equal opportunity employer. We promote the principles of merit and fairness in our employment practices and select the best person for the job.