Outdoor Bin Operations & Maintenance Technician

Council Jobs; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 76,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Stonnington is seeking a casual Waste Bin Operative to maintain Council-owned bins and manage the supply of mobile rubbish and FOGO bins. You will work with the Team to deliver, repair and restock bins, ensuring a clean depot and accurate inventory.

You will perform depot duties, communicate with residents, and support events by coordinating bin allocations. The role requires outdoor work, safety awareness, and a positive team attitude.

Qualifications

• Experience in waste collection or similar outdoor work.
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety requirements in waste collection.
• Ability to perform physical tasks and stay aware of safety practices.
• Clear communication with residents, management and team members.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Council-owned waste bins and FOGO bins; restock supplies.
• Carry out waste collection duties as directed.
• Keep bin storage area clean and orderly.
• Communicate with residents/retailers about bin deliveries and maintenance.
• Provide feedback to administration for bin maintenance or issues.
• Perform depot duties including vehicle checks and cleaning.
• Receive and assemble bins; repair bins as needed.
• Install bin tactile symbols as required.
• Coordinate bins for Council events.
• Stocktake bin inventory and manage spare parts; recycle unusable stock.
• Wash and repair returned bins for reuse.
• Undertake audits of bin types and quantities at properties.

Skills

Waste collection

Forklift operation

OH&S awareness

Communication with residents

Manual handling

Team player

Outdoor work

Precise driving

Basic hand tools

Tools

Forklift

Hand tools

Job description

City of Stonnington is seeking a casual Waste Bin Operative to maintain Council-owned bins and manage the supply of mobile rubbish and FOGO bins. You will work with the Team to deliver, repair and restock bins, ensuring a clean depot and accurate inventory.

You will perform depot duties, communicate with residents, and support events by coordinating bin allocations. The role requires outdoor work, safety awareness, and a positive team attitude.