Job Description
Weekend Driver / Waste Collection Operator – Light Truck (Full Car Licence Only)
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The Garbage Company is an innovative and fast-growing waste collection business providing convenient household wheelie bin collection services across Australia.
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We're looking for a reliable, hardworking and physically fit Weekend Driver / Waste Collection Operator to join our Sydney operations. This role is ideal for someone looking for consistent weekend work who enjoys driving, working outdoors and staying active.
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About The Garbage Company
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The Garbage Company is an innovative and fast-growing waste collection business providing convenient household wheelie bin collection services across Australia.
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We're looking for a reliable, hardworking and physically fit Weekend Driver / Waste Collection Operator to join our Sydney operations. This role is ideal for someone looking for consistent weekend work who enjoys driving, working outdoors and staying active.
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The Role
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As a Weekend Driver / Waste Collection Operator, you'll drive one of our company light trucks (4.5-tonne GVM), which can be operated with a standard full Australian driver's licence.
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You'll travel to customer homes throughout Sydney, empty household wheelie bins into our collection bins, then return the waste to our Kingswood depot where it is unloaded using electric tipping equipment.
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This is a physically active role that combines driving, customer service and hands-on work.
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This position is for weekend shifts only.
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Key Responsibilities
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Safely operate a company light truck (4.5-tonne GVM)
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Travel to residential customers across selected Sydney suburbs
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Empty 120L–240L household general waste and recycling wheelie bins into company collection bins
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Transport collected waste back to our Kingswood depot
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Operate electric tipping equipment to unload waste into large disposal bins
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Complete assigned collection routes efficiently and safely
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Keep the vehicle clean, tidy and well presented
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Deliver friendly, professional customer service
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Follow all company safety procedures and operational processes
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Requirements
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Full NSW Driver Licence held for at least 3 years
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No previous licence suspensions
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No HR licence required
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Excellent driving skills with a safe driving history
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Clean driving record (TfNSW Driving Record will be required)
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Physically fit and able to manoeuvre full 120L–240L wheelie bins throughout the shift
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Reliable, punctual and trustworthy
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Solid work ethic and positive attitude
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Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
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Police Check required
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Available to work weekends
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Student visa holders and temporary visa holders are welcome to apply
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Shift Information
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Weekend shifts only
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Early morning starts from 7:00 AM
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Shifts are approximately 8–9 hours, depending on the collection route
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Paid training will be provided prior to working independently
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Start and finish each shift at our Kingswood depot (NSW ****)
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Random drug and alcohol testing may be conducted while on duty
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What We Offer
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Consistent weekend work
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Company vehicle provided during your shift
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Fuel paid by the company
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Full PPE and safety equipment provided
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Paid training
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Opportunity for additional shifts as the business grows
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Supportive and friendly team environment
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Immediate start available
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📌 Weekend Driver / Waste Collection Operator - Light Truck (Full Car Licence Only) (Queensland)
🏢 The Garbage
📍 Queensland