Waste Service/Bulky Collection Operator

4 weeks ago

Maitland, New South Wales, Australia Careers at Council Full time
Overview

Maitland, New South Wales
• Full-time

Maitland City Council has an exciting opportunity within our Waste Services team for a skilled and reliable Waste Service/ Bulky Collection operator, looking to expand their experience across a broader range of waste collection services.

About The Role

In this role you will undertake general waste collection duties, with a main component of the role being the operation of side loading and rear loading waste collection vehicles. You will also have the opportunity to work across other areas of the Waste Services team including bulky waste collection and the relief collection team. You will have transferable skills across all working areas and will provide coverage as required. We are looking for an experienced operator who brings technical side loading experience, a strong focus on safety, and an eagerness to work within a supportive and growing team.

Responsibilities
  • Operate side loading waste collection vehicles (predominant)
  • Assist across other Waste Services areas as required (bulky waste collection, relief collection)
  • Contribute to safe operation and adherence to waste collection procedures
About You

To be successful in this role, you will:

  • Hold a current HR licence with demonstrated experience operating side loading waste collection vehicles, ideally in residential kerbside collection
  • Be a productive and reliable team member, with a strong safety mindset, good interpersonal skills, and a commitment to delivering quality service to the community
  • Be flexible and capable of supporting a variety of waste operations as needed

Not essential but highly regarded

  • Experience operating rear loading vehicles and working in bulky waste or illegal dumping collections
  • A current traffic control ticket
  • Front loader or forklift experience
  • A General Construction Induction Card (White Card)
Benefits

This is a full-time, permanent role working a 38-hour week, with a salary range of $70,469.10 to $77,946.28 per year based on demonstrated competencies (inclusive of allowances and weekend penalty rates) + 12% super + additional Public Holiday penalty rates when applicable. This role works across a 7-day roster, with 1 in 4 weekends. Shift lengths are 7.6 hours, within Waste Services Operation hours from 4:15am to 4:30pm.

  • Ongoing training and development
  • Fitness Passport
  • Healthy Employee Program
To Apply

To apply for this opportunity, please click "Apply Now" and submit your resume and cover letter.

Questions

If you have any questions after reading the role charter, contact Michael Bonomini, Coordinator Waste Collections on 0408 447 743.

Applications close: Sunday 21 September 2025

Only candidates with current Australian work rights will be considered.

What happens next?

After applications close, we will review all candidates against the role requirements and contact you to advise the status of your application. Pre-employment checks may include medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing), reference checks, psychometric testing, or a criminal history check.

For more information about the recruitment process, visit the Jobs at Council page on our website.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Maitland City Council is committed to an inclusive workplace and equal opportunities for all employees. If you have special considerations or accessibility requirements, please let us know during the recruitment process how we can meet your needs. For confidential questions about the recruitment process, contact Recruitment@maitland.nsw.gov.au.

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