Resource Recovery Employee

**About the role**

As Resource Recovery Employee (Driver) you will be part of the Ipswich Waste Services team, and responsible for the collection, recovery and disposal of domestic, commercial and other waste. Delivering an essential service to customers, we offer stability and a friendly working environment to our employees while providing reliability to our customers.

You will work with a safe, modern and reliable fleet operating a variety of vehicles, plant and equipment to provide:

- Collection, recovery, re-use and/or recycling of resources
- Collection and disposal of waste
- Delivery, repair and replacement of council mobile garbage bins

View the position description for more details about the role.

**About you**

To be successful in this role you will have:

- HR Class licence or higher or ability to obtain
- Pride in your safe driving skills
- A passion for a clean and sustainable Ipswich into the future

Pre-employment checks will include a medical (Including drug and alcohol testing) and possibly a driving assessment.

**About the benefits**

Salary commences at Level A - $69,590 up to Level D - $77,245, plus superannuation of 13.5% and other benefits including:

- **Four day working week**:working 9.5 hours per day with a rolling roster
- **Leave options**:four (4) weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading, cultural leave and other leave options
- **Positive workplace culture**: Be part of a team that values positivity, inclusivity and a supportive environment where everyone can thrive
- **Work/Life balance**: Enjoy a supportive approach to work/life balance to maintain your well-being while fulfilling your work ambitions
- **Diversity and inclusion**: Work with a diverse workforce where different ideas and perspectives lead to innovation and better decision making
- **Learning and development**: Experience ongoing learning, development and career opportunities to enhance your skills, expertise and knowledge of industry trends
- **Health and well-being**:Access to gym memberships, employee assistance program and special events supporting your physical and mental health
- **Leave options**:Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, cultural leave and other leave options
- **Salary packaging**: Tailor a variety of salary packaging options to your needs such as financial advice, income protection insurance, professional memberships, novated leases and more

**About us**

Ipswich 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. It is the state’s fastest growing city and oldest provincial city.

Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision:
**_‘Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.'_**

We have a workplace culture built on our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people.

**Join us**

If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.
- A cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of this role
- A resume of no more than 4 pages including current licences/tickets/qualifications/certificates/visa that you hold

Closing date: 2 December 2024

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment screening which may include a criminal history check.

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.