This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to maintain waste landfill sites. It includes implementing maintenance schedules to repair and maintain access roads and drainage and maintain landfill cells. It also includes maintaining the surrounds, which involves basic gardening and minor repairs to drains, fences, gates and signage.

A person who achieves this unit of competency is expected to take responsibility for completing these tasks with a high degree of self-direction.

This unit forms part of the licensing requirements for operating plant and equipment used in waste management. For further information, check with the relevant regulatory authority.