Kerbside Waste Collection Driver

Council Jobs; Ballarat; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning and development programs

Flexible work policies

Employee benefits program

Job summary

City of Ballarat is seeking a dedicated Kerbside Waste Collection Driver for a 6-month fixed term contract, based in Ballarat. You will operate general waste, recycling, FOGO and glass collection routes with a modern sideloading fleet.

Requirements include a Heavy Rigid Licence and experience with automated sideloaders; you'll work 5:30am–1:54pm, Monday to Friday, and contribute to a responsive, safety-conscious team environment.

Qualifications

• Heavy Rigid Licence is essential.
• Automated sideloader experience is highly regarded.
• Ability to work in a team and provide good customer service.
• Understanding of safety practices and OH&S requirements.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate general waste, mixed recycling, FOGO and glass collections.
• Cover 6-month fixed term backfill for leave.
• Maintain high safety and service standards on all routes.

Skills

Heavy Rigid Licence

Automated Sideloader Experience

Teamwork

Customer Service

Health and Safety

Tools

Sideloader

Job description

• Full-Time Position, 6 Month Fixed TermContract.
• AnnualisedSalary, Waste Collection Driver 3B, $83,433 per annum + super

About the role

TheCity of Ballarat is looking for an experienced Kerbside Waste CollectionDriver. Operators collect General Waste,Mixed Recycling, FOGO and Glass from more than 54,000 residential homes eachweek, 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

HeavyRigid Drivers Licence, with a good driving history, is essential. Automated Sideloader Experience is highlyregarded.

You will also have;

• Demonstratedability to champion, model and promote the corporate values.
• Proven ability to provide highquality work within time constraints.
• Proven high level of skill andappropriate background in the application and use of waste collection vehicles.
• Demonstrated ability to work as apositive member of a team.
• Demonstrated customer service skillsand experience.
• Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of localgovernment or transport works practices.
• Sound understanding of the Occupational Health and SafetyAct.

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.

There’s more to remuneration than just salary.

Here are some key benefits you might value:

• Learning and development programs
• Flexible work policies
• Employee benefits program

Contact

For any additional questions, please contact David James, Coordinator Waste & StreetCleaning Operations,0428 525 *** or**********@ballarat.vic.gov.au

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 ***************@ballarat.vic.gov.au

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.