
Truck Driver
4 hours ago
Join to apply for the Truck Driver - Parks role at Wollongong City Council.
This position is physically demanding and may require working across multiple Council depots and locations within the Wollongong Local Government Area (LGA).
Wollongong is a great place to work, live and play. We strive to create an inclusive community where everyone is welcome, valued and belongs. Our strength is the diversity of our people. We lead with courage, openness and curiosity, and believe our employees are the key to our success.
Join Our Team and Help Shape Wollongong's Green Spaces
Salary: Base pay range A$73,564.00/yr - A$82,345.00/yr, plus superannuation. The pay range is provided by Wollongong City Council and your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience.
Applications close: 11:59pm, Monday 15 September 2025
We invite everyone to apply no matter your identity. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people who are culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD), people with disability and veterans. Wollongong Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people in the community. Applicants are required to undergo a rigorous employment screening process which may include reference, identity and medical history checks, and may also include a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and Working with Children Check.
What You'll Be Doing- Safely operate trucks, trailers, and various attachments for scheduled and reactive maintenance.
- Carry out park maintenance activities including landscaping, waste removal, and asset care.
- Deliver excellent customer service when interacting with the public in our parks and open spaces.
- Maintain high standards of Work Health & Safety in all tasks.
- Work across multiple Council depots and locations within the Wollongong LGA.
- Current MR Drivers Licence.
- Proven experience operating trucks, trailers, and a range of attachments.
- Experience in parks and open space maintenance, including the use of relevant tools and equipment.
- Strong understanding and commitment to Work Health & Safety practices.
- Physically capable of performing manual outdoor work in all weather conditions.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Reliable, proactive, and adaptable to changing tasks and schedules.
- Clear and respectful communicator, especially when engaging with the public.
- Take pride in maintaining public spaces and contributing to community wellbeing.
- Willing and able to work across multiple Council depots and locations within the Wollongong LGA.
- Be part of a team that cares about the community and the environment.
- Enjoy a full-time role with a 9-day fortnight.
- Opportunities for overtime, on-call and weekend work, subject to seasonal and operational needs.
This position is physically demanding, and you must be capable of undertaking the duties as described in the job description.
Why you'll love working at Wollongong City Council
- True work-life balance — flexible options including hybrid work, flex-time, and rostered days off.
- Great working conditions — 35-hour week or 9-day fortnight with regular rostered day off.
- Career growth and recognition — reward and recognition program, corporate learning opportunities, study assistance, leadership development.
We are committed to supporting your personal and professional development. Our initiatives include a reward and recognition program, corporate learning opportunities, study assistance, and leadership development programs to help you grow and succeed.
- Generous leave provisions — five weeks of annual leave per year (pro rata) and long service leave after five years.
- Health, safety, and wellbeing — wellbeing programs, Employee Assistance Program, health checks, vaccinations, and discounted gym memberships.
- A vibrant social culture — Social Club with monthly activities, trivia night, and Christmas events.
Interested?
For more information, click on 'Apply' to be redirected to Wollongong City Council's job vacancy page.
We invite everyone to apply no matter your identity. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, CALD communities, people with disability and veterans.
Wollongong Council adheres to child safe organisation principles and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people in the community.
Applicants will undergo employment screening, including reference, identity and medical history checks, and may include a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.
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