• Healthy outdoor position with task variety and direct community impact
• Great opportunity to start or continue a career in Council in a hands-on operational role
• Attractive salary between $1,121 - $1,370 per week, plus 12% superannuation
• Generous benefits including 9 day fortnight, 4 weeks annual leave, long service leave after 5 years

About the role:

We are seeking practical, reliable and safety focused people to join our team as Landfill (Tip) Attendants. Positions available in both Walgett and Lightning Ridge on a full-time basis, 38 hours per week, and may require some limited weekend work.

This is an entry level role and previous experience in landfill operations is not essential. The position would suit someone who enjoys working outdoors, dealing with people, and being part of a small team. What matters most is that you are dependable, willing to learn, and able to follow safe work practices.

In this role, you will help with the day-to-day operation of Council’s landfill and waste facilities. Duties will include assisting customers, handling basic cash transactions, keeping the site clean and safe, helping with waste handling and general site operations, and undertaking basic record keeping. Subject to training and competency, the role may also assist with plant operation and other operational duties from time to time. Council will provide training and support to the successful applicant. 

About you:

The successful applicant will:

• be willing to learn to drive heavy plant and equipment including garbage trucks, skid steer loaders, front end loaders, compactors, bulldozers, excavators, and tipper trucks. 
• be safety-conscious and willing to follow workplace health and safety procedures
• be willing and able to follow instructions, work within timeframes, and contribute effectively to a team
• have a positive attitude, strong communication skills, and a willingness to learn and adapt
• understand the importance of public service and take pride in upholding the reputation of the Council and the community
• be reliable, respectful, team-oriented, and able to meet the physical and practical demands of the position.

At Walgett Shire Council, we understand that not every candidate will meet every criterion, and that is perfectly fine—your passion and potential matter most to us.

The full position description can be viewed by clicking here.

What we offer:

• A highly competitive salary between $58,337 to $71,254 per annum, depending on your experience, plus superannuation
• Generous benefits, including 4 weeks of annual leave and long service leave after 5 years
• Professional development opportunities to support your growth and success
• Employee Assistance Program available to support you and your family through all life’s challenges
• Exceptional working conditions within a supportive, family-friendly environment.

About us:

Walgett Shire Council proudly serves a diverse and unique region in the heart of outback New South Wales. Covering over 22,000 square kilometres, with a population of approximately 7,000, the Shire supports key industries such as agriculture, grazing, grain handling, opal mining, and tourism.

Life in Walgett Shire offers the best of outback living—open skies, a strong sense of community, and endless opportunities to explore. Whether it’s fossicking for opals, exploring underground art galleries, soaking in naturally heated artesian springs, or enjoying the tranquillity of river fishing, the region offers a truly one-of-a-kind experience. For more information about Walgett and the Lightning Ridge area, please click here.

How to apply:

To apply, follow the instructions below, complete the selection criteria and attach your resume and cover letter. Failure to attach a resume will result in your application not being considered.

Further information regarding the online application process may be obtained by contacting Council’s People and Culture Team via email at peopleandculture@walgett.nsw.gov.au or by phoning 02 6828 6100 during business hours.

Please Note: All correspondence regarding your application status and interview will be sent to you via email.

Closing date for applications:

Applications close at 9.00am on Monday, 4 May 2026.

Council reserves the right to close, withdraw or extend vacancies without prior notice.

Walgett Shire Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage applications from people with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse persons, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.