Resource Recovery Employee

**About us**
Neighbouring the Queensland capital of Brisbane, Ipswich is both the state’s fastest growing area and oldest provincial city. It is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity.

Ipswich City Council currently employs more than 1,200 people and promotes a workplace culture built on our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Council teams operate across a range of industries delivering a wide range of services to the community, with one common purpose:

- ‘To proudly enhance the quality of life for our community'_

We achieve this by embedding our values in all that we do. Our high performing teams are making a positive difference in the community, and you can be a part of history in shaping the future of this region, which is a catalyst for major growth.

**About the role**
As Resource Recovery Employee (Driver) you will be part of the Ipswich Waste Services team based at our Esk depot in the Somerset Regional Council area. Responsibilities include the efficient collection, recovery and disposal of domestic, commercial, and other waste that is collected via Council’s domestic and commercial waste services.

Some of your key responsibilities will the operation of vehicles, plant and / or equipment to provide:

- Collection, recovery, re-use and/or recycling of resources
- Collection and disposal of waste

**About you**
To be successful in this role you will have:

- Have a HR Class licence or higher (or ability to obtain*)
- Pride yourself on your safe driving skills
- Be passionate about a clean and sustainable Ipswich for the future
- Council will consider providing training to obtain a HR licence. To be eligible for a HR Class Licence, you must have held an open or provisional class C licence for 24 months OR an open or provisional light rig (LR) or medium rig (MR) licence for 12 months.

Please note Council is seeking to proactively encourage more diversity to become more representative of the community that we serve.

A pre-employment medical is required for this position - Including Drug and Alcohol testing

**What's on offer?**
This is a permanent full-time position with a salary commencing at Grade A commencing at $67,563 plus superannuation of up to 12%.
- Joining Council as a key member of a team that is passionate and dedicated to building a positive, inclusive, and constructive workplace culture
- Rotating rostered day off, with a genuine demonstrated commitment to flexible work
- Four (4) weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading
- Ongoing learning and development and career opportunities
- A range of progressive health and wellbeing services

If you feel you are a good fit with our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.
**How to Apply**
Please submit:

- a cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how and why your skills and experience will assist Council to achieve the results required for this role
- a resume of no more than 4 pages

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment checks, if required for the position (which may include police record checks).
Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.

**Salary**: $67,563.00 per year