Waste Collection Driver

2 days ago

Windsor New South Wales, Australia Hawkesbury City Council Full time $60,000 - $67,000 per year

Be
passionate. Be progressive. Hawkesbury City Council.

  • Full Time - Salary Range $60k - $67k per
    annum
  • Casual - $30.36 per hour + penalty rates for weekends
  • Fitness Passport Option + On-Site
    Parking

Hawkesbury City
Council is the largest local government area in metropolitan NSW covering 2,800
square kilometres, incorporating both urban and rural communities. We are committed to working together to
deliver outcomes for the community through innovation and best practice.

Hawkesbury City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace
for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and
genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally
diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with
disabilities.

The Role

Reporting
to the Waste Collection Foreman and based in Wilberforce
NSW, the primary purpose of this role is to
provide kerbside waste collection services to Council's residential and
commercial clients. It also involves transporting the collected waste to the
Council's Waste Management Facility or other designated disposal sites as directed. There is a Full Time and Casual role available.

About You

You are a reliable and
safety-conscious operator who takes pride in delivering essential services to
the community. You'll thrive in a hands-on role that keeps our city clean and
running smoothly. A strong work ethic and commitment to completing scheduled
waste collection routes for both residential and commercial customers.
Confidence in operating heavy vehicles and transporting waste to designated
Council facilities.

Essential Criteria

  • Previous truck driving experience
  • Understanding of National Heavy Vehicle Laws and compliance
  • Proactive approach to daily truck maintenance
  • Perform minor on-road repairs when needed
  • Attention to detail in maintaining accurate logbooks and other required records
  • Previous experience in waste collection industry
  • Demonstrate a mechanical aptitude
  • Ability to communicate with customers in a polite
    manner
  • The right to live and work in Australia
  • Class HR Drivers Licence
  • WHS General Construction Work in NSW
  • Working with Children Check (WWCC)
  • Successful applicants will be required to undergo
    background (police) checks and medical declaration

The Rewards

  • There are many
    benefits to working at Hawkesbury Council, including:
  • Great
    working environment
  • Paid
    Parental Leave
  • Health
    and Wellbeing Program
  • Long
    Service Leave after 5 years
  • Training
    and Development Opportunities
  • Employee
    Reward and Recognition program
  • Fitness
    Passport Option
  • Social
    Club - BBQs, Christmas parties, raffles and activities
  • Employee
    Assistance Program for employees and their family

To Apply

For further
position details, including the selection criteria and how to apply, visit our
website

Applications close Sunday, 26 October 2025

Please allow 4 weeks from the closing date for processing of your
application.

Applicants who do
not address the selection criteria may not be considered for this position.

Please note that the canvassing of Councillors
in relation to these matters will automatically disqualify the applicant from
this process.

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