Waste Administration Officer

Best suited for local Australians, Permanent Residents, New Zealand citizens, Subclass 485/491/191 visa holders and business administration graduates seeking regional local council experience in Tom Price, Western Australia.

About This Opportunity

Waste services administration roles within regional councils provide valuable experience for candidates seeking Australian workplace exposure within community and operational services. Located in Tom Price, Western Australia, this position may suit applicants interested in developing administration and customer service experience within local government operations.

Job Summary

The Shire of Ashburton is seeking a motivated Waste Administration Officer to support its Waste Services operations in Tom Price.

This part-time position involves assisting with customer service enquiries, coordinating waste service requests, maintaining operational records, and supporting administrative activities across the Waste Services department.

Employment Type: Part-Time
Work Arrangement: On-site
Location: Tom Price, Western Australia

Who This Role May Suit

• Local Australians, Permanent Residents, and New Zealand citizens
• Subclass 485, 491, or 191 visa holders seeking regional employment opportunities
• International graduates with administration or customer service backgrounds
• Skilled migrants seeking local government work experience
• Candidates interested in regional Western Australia employment
• Onshore applicants with valid Australian working rights

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to waste-related customer enquiries and service requests
• Coordinate domestic and commercial waste service activities
• Liaise with contractors and internal operational teams
• Maintain records, run sheets, and workplace documentation
• Assist with purchasing, reporting, and compliance administration
• Provide customer service support at waste facilities when required
• Support general administrative activities within the Waste Services team

Skills & Requirements

Applicants should ideally have:

• Previous administration and customer service experience
• Strong communication and organisational abilities
• Accurate record management and data entry skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and workplace systems
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and changing priorities
• Positive and professional workplace attitude

Benefits

• Permanent part-time employment opportunity
• Competitive salary package
• Flexible and school-friendly working arrangements
• Six weeks annual leave
• Superannuation matching scheme
• Supportive regional workplace environment
• Opportunity to gain local council experience in regional Western Australia

Important Applicant Information

You must have valid Australian working rights for this position.

The employer has not specifically indicated offshore sponsorship availability for this role.

Suitable applicants may include:

• Australian citizens
• Permanent residents
• New Zealand citizens
• Subclass 485 visa holders
• Subclass 491 visa holders
• Other temporary residents with valid Australian work rights

About The Employer

The Waste Department at Shire of Ashburton delivers infrastructure and managing waste across Tom Price.

Applicant Safety Reminder

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• Do not provide bank account or credit card details during the application process.
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