- Full-Time Position, 6 Month Fixed Term Contract.
- Annualised Salary, Waste Collection Driver 3B, $83,433 per annum + super

About The Role

The City of Ballarat is looking for an experienced Kerbside Waste Collection Driver. Operators collect General Waste, Mixed Recycling, FOGO and Glass from more than 54,000 residential homes each week, using a modern fleet of dual control sideloader waste compactors.

This position is a 6-month fixed term contract backfilling long service leave cover. Hours of work are 5:30am to 1:54pm Monday to Friday.

About You

Heavy Rigid Drivers Licence, with a good driving history, is essential. Automated Sideloader Experience is highly regarded.

You will also have;

- 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.

Be Part Of Something More

Join us in making a real difference to the lives within our community.



Working for City of Ballarat you will be part of a team that values honesty, transparency and accountability in everything we do. We believe in the importance of valuing every Individual and working together to support the community. Together we create a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and make a positive impact.

Benefits

There’s more to remuneration than just salary.

Here Are Some Key Benefits You Might Value

- Learning and development programs
- Flexible work policies
- Employee perks program
- MyWellbeing initiatives

Contact

For any additional questions, please contact David James, Coordinator Waste & Street Cleaning Operations, or

At the City of Ballarat, we celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive, flexible workplace where everyone feels welcome. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply. If you need any support during the recruitment process, reach out to us at

We’re proud to be a child-safe organisation, committed to protecting children and young people from harm. Our culture promotes their safety and wellbeing, and we require all successful candidates to undergo relevant screening, including a Working with Children Check and criminal history check.

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📌 Kerbside Waste Collection Driver (Ballarat)
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