Transfer Station Gatehouse Officer

About the role

Frankston City Council's City Circularity and Waste Department is looking for an energetic person to collect and receive payments for waste disposal, measure and assess waste volumes and types, and ensure the proper operation of its Transfer Station gatehouse facilities. The position is full time and is based at the Frankston Regional Recycling and Recovery Centre.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality customer service and ensure a positive customer experience at the Regional Recycling and Recovery Centre.
• Accurately assess waste types and volumes, process payments and maintain the efficient operation of gatehouse facilities.
• Monitor contractor activities on site to support compliance with contractual obligations and effective site operations.

Required profile

• Demonstrated experience in the operation of a waste management facility.
• Ability to manage, plan and organise workload to meet objectives within timeframes using available resources.
• Willingness to explore ways to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the centre's operations.
• Ability to prepare accurate documentation, information and reports.
• Ability to identify waste types and measure volumes to within half a cubic metre.

Required skills

• Experience assessing, evaluating and advising on all aspects of waste management.
• Experienced cash handling and reconciliation skills.
• Computer literacy and personal computer application experience.

What we offer

• Band 4A salary of $74,536.73 per annum plus superannuation; overtime and penalty rates paid as required.
• Rostered day off (full-time roles only).
• Purchased leave and paid parental leave.
• Professional and career development opportunities.
• Free onsite parking at the Civic Centre, an employee assistance program and a salary sacrifice gym membership at Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre.

Applicants must provide evidence of right to work in Australia, certified copies of qualifications, a current driver licence and a Working with Children Check, and must be willing to complete a pre-employment health declaration and a national police record check. Applications close on 10 November 2026 at 11:55pm and are assessed as they are received.