DRIVERS WANTED | Rear Loader & Side Arm Operators.

Paying up to $51+super per hour: Additional allowance of $109.20 per day (for the driver on the day only).

Casual Opportunities with a potential for future permanent placements.

Have Recycling & waste experience? Great. Current to the industry? That's okay too. If you've got an HR Licence and a great attitude, we want to hear from you.

At Sutherland Shire Council, we're building our Waste Services team and looking for great people to join us. Whether you're an experienced waste driver, a heavy vehicle operator looking for a fresh start, or an HR Licence holder ready to step into a new career, we'd love to hear from you.

Every day, our team helps keep the Sutherland Shire clean, safe and sustainable. It's rewarding work, backed by great pay, strong team culture, genuine work-life balance and the security of Local Government employment.

Why Join Us? Because this is more than just a driving job!

You'll enjoy:

- Attractive hourly rate
- Additional Customer Engagement Allowance per day payable where applicable

Work Hard. Finish Early. Enjoy More Time. Our Recycling & Waste Services crews are focused on outcomes, not clock-watching.

When routes are completed ahead of schedule, you may have the opportunity to finish early and get back to what matters most.

When the workload ramps up, we work together, support each other and get the job done safely. It's a team culture built on respect, flexibility and reliability.

The Opportunities:

Side Arm Drivers:

Operate modern collection vehicles servicing residential waste, recycling and FOGO collections throughout the Sutherland Shire.

Rear Loader Drivers:

Work alongside dedicated crews collecting domestic and commercial waste and recycling while delivering an essential frontline service to the community.

What You'll Bring:

- Current HR Licence or higher
- Commitment to safety and teamwork
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Good communication skills
- Pride in delivering great service
- Ability to work outdoors and undertake active, hands-on work

Waste Experience Preferred. Not Essential.

Already working in waste? We'll recognise and value your experience.

New to the industry? If you've got the right attitude, we'll provide the opportunity, support and training to help you succeed.

Join our Team and Grow with Us!

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!

- Apply by uploading a cover letter and your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
- Get your application in ASAP.
- Interview date: Interviews will be conducted upon applications being received so get your application in as soon as possible.
- Attractive hourly rate.
- Hours of work: Casual: Working hours will vary depending on the position that you have applied for.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks, and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Reach out to Nicole Jorgenson (Human Resources Business Partner) for any job specific enquiries.
Claire Murphy, Talent Acquisition Business Partner can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

Click on the link to check out the Rear Loader

Click on the link to check out the Side Arm





Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government’s Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.

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