Join the Housekeeping team at Daydream Island Resort and play an important part in maintaining the pristine natural beauty and exceptional guest experience our island destination is known for. As a Waste Disposal Attendant, you will help ensure the resort operates cleanly, efficiently and responsibly, supporting a safe and welcoming environment for guests, colleagues and the surrounding island community. This part-time opportunity is ideal for a reliable, hands-on individual who takes pride in making a meaningful contribution behind the scenes.
CCIG Investments Pty Ltd t/a Daydream Island Resort is seeking a reliable and safety-focused Waste Disposal Attendant to join the Housekeeping team on a part-time basis. Based on Daydream Island, this role is responsible for supporting the cleanliness, presentation and environmental standards of the resort through the efficient collection, sorting, handling and disposal of waste and recyclable materials.
The successful candidate will take pride in maintaining clean and hygienic waste disposal areas, following established workplace health and safety procedures, and contributing to a positive guest experience across the resort.
Key responsibilities include:
- Collect, transport and dispose of general waste, recyclables, green waste and other approved waste materials from designated resort areas.
- Maintain waste rooms, bin storage areas, loading zones and surrounding areas in a clean, orderly and hygienic condition.
- Sort waste and recyclable materials in accordance with resort procedures and environmental requirements.
- Operate waste-handling equipment safely, including trolleys, bins, compactors and other relevant equipment as authorised.
- Clean, sanitise and maintain waste bins, collection equipment and disposal areas to minimise odours, pests and hygiene risks.
- Monitor waste bin levels and arrange timely collection or replacement to prevent overflow and maintain operational standards.
- Report damaged bins, equipment faults, safety hazards, spills, pest activity or other maintenance concerns to the relevant supervisor.
- Follow all workplace health and safety, manual handling, chemical handling, infection control and environmental procedures.
- Use personal protective equipment correctly and ensure safe work practices are maintained at all times.
- Assist the Housekeeping team with general cleaning and operational duties as required.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across departments to support efficient resort operations and a high standard of guest service.
- Maintain a professional, courteous and positive attitude while working in guest-facing and back-of-house areas.
- Forklift Licence
This role requires physical fitness, a strong work ethic, attention to detail and the ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team. Availability to work across a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays, may be required.
