Have Waste Experience? Or Ready to Start a Career in Waste? We Want to Hear From You!

9-Day Fortnight | Job & Finish | Great Pay |Secure Local Government Career.

Join Sutherland Shire Council's Recycling & Waste team and be part of a crew that keeps our community clean, safe and sustainable. Whether you're an experienced waste operator or an HR Driver looking for a new challenge, we'll provide the support, training and opportunity to build a rewarding career in an essential service.

Why You'll Love It:

- Base salary of $81,044 + 12% Super
- Plus applicable driving allowances for designated drivers, paid in accordance with the Waste Enterprise Agreement.
- 8% pay increase over the next two years
- 9-Day Fortnight with regular RDOs
- Permanent full-time job security
- 14 weeks paid parental leave
- Training, licence renewals and career development opportunities
- Fitness Passport, novated leasing and wellbeing programs

Job & Finish Flexibility

We focus on getting the job done safely and efficiently. We offer flexibility & we expect you to be flexible with us in return.

No sitting around waiting for the clock to tick over. Just a hardworking team delivering an essential service to the community.

The Role:

As a Rear Loader Driver, you'll:

- Operate waste collection vehicles across the Sutherland Shire
- Collect domestic and commercial waste and recycling
- Complete daily vehicle safety inspections
- Deliver quality customer service to residents and businesses
- Work as part of a supportive, safety-focused crew

About You:

You will:





- Hold a current HR Driver Licence
- Enjoy hands-on, active work
- Have a strong commitment to safety
- Be a team player with a positive attitude
- Have good customer service and communication skills
- Be comfortable working outdoors in a physically demanding role

Waste industry experience is highly regarded, but not essential. If you've got waste experience, we'll value it.

If you're looking to start a career in waste services, we'll give you the opportunity.

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 Liam Nisbet, (Waste Coordinator) ********@ssc.nsw.gov.au for any job specific enquiries. Claire Murphy, Talent Acquisition Business Partner*******@ssc.nsw.gov.au can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

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

Sutherland Shire Council values the skills and attributes Veterans can bring to our Council. We understand that transitioning to roles outside of Defence can feel challenging. If you're unsure where to begin or would appreciate guidance throughout the application process, please don't hesitate to contact us.

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