Waste Collection Driver

2 weeks ago

Ballarat, Victoria, Australia City of Ballarat Full time $83,504 per year

The City of Ballarat currently has vacancies for Waste Collection Drivers within the Waste Collection team, contributing to the kerbside collection of Ballarat's residential waste & recyclables.

This is an ideal opportunity for a suitably experienced, enthusiastic person with team-oriented values to join this dynamic team.

The successful applicant will be responsible for operating a current model dual control waste compactor to empty kerbside presented bins.

This is a permanent, full-time position (Monday to Friday), with an annualised salary of $83,504.03 per annum inclusive of applicable allowances plus statutory superannuation.

Key Selection Criteria

  • Qualifications and experience as listed in the position description.

  • Demonstrated ability to champion, model and promote the corporate values.

  • Proven ability to provide high quality work within time constraints.

  • Proven high level of skill and appropriate background in the application and use of waste collection vehicles.

  • Demonstrated ability to work as a positive member of a team.

  • Demonstrated customer service skills and experience.

  • Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of local government or transport works practices.

  • Sound understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

  • A Victorian Heavy Vehicle Victorian Driver's Licence (HR) is essential, with an exemplary driving record and demonstrated understanding and commitment to Fatigue Management.

To Apply:

To apply for this position please click on the Apply button and submit your application. The closing date for this position is 5PM Tuesday September 23, 2025. Please ensure that you provide a cover letter, current resume and answer screening questions based on the key selection criteria.

For further information on the above position contact Glenn Huby, Supervisor Waste Services on

Appointment subject to satisfactory pre-employment medical, police history and VicRoads 5-year Driver History report checks.

The City of Ballarat is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, diversity and inclusion.

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