Team Member Tumut Collection Driver

Snowy Valleys Council; Tumut; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fortnightly salary

Superannuation 12%

Permanent full-time

9 day fortnight

Long service leave

Paid parental leave

Salary sacrifice options

Job summary

Snowy Valleys Council is seeking a capable driver to deliver kerbside collections in Tumut and surrounding locations. You will follow schedules, resolve day-to-day issues, and maintain records with basic data collection devices while focusing on customer service and productivity.

This permanent, full-time role requires an HR licence, White Card, and willingness to work overtime including some weekend shifts, with a 9-day fortnight pattern and leave entitlements.

Qualifications

• Current HR driver’s licence is essential.
• Experience operating HR trucks and collecting data.
• Experience in parks/amenities works (mowing, gardening, facilities cleaning).
• Ability to follow work schedules and use collection data devices.
• Effective communication and teamwork.
• White Card (Construction Induction Certificate).
• Willingness for overtime and some weekend work.
• Experience operating collection vehicles or similar equipment.
• AQF3 Chemical accreditation is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver kerbside collection services in Tumut and surrounding locations.
• Interpret and follow established collection schedules.
• Resolve day-to-day issues with supervisor as required.
• Maintain written records and use data collection devices.
• Provide high levels of customer service and produce reliable outcomes.

Skills

HR Truck Ops

HR Licence

Plant Operation

Parks & Amenities

Data Collection

Teamwork

White Card

Overtime Availability

Weekend Work

Collection Vehicles

AQF3 Chemical

Education

AQF3 Chemical accreditation

Job description

Council is seeking a capable and confident driver to delivery Councils kerbside collections services for Tumut and surrounding locations. This is a role that suits a person who enjoys driving, is systematic and doesn’t mind working autonomously. You will need to be able to interpret and follow established collection schedules and resolve day to day issues with a focus on customer service and productivity, referring to the supervisor as required.

The successful applicant will the ability to maintain written records and use basic electronic devices to complete data collection.

Full details of the position accountabilities are provided in the position description as well as the selection criteria which is also provided below. Please address how you meet each of the selection criteria in your application.

THE LOCATION

Snowy Valleys Council is a scenic and heritage rich local government area in the South-West Slopes region of New South Wales which spans 8959km2 with approximately 15,000 residents living in a number of vibrant and unique towns, villages and rural properties. It is a perfect location for families and those seeking a tree change to a more relaxed and affordable lifestyle whilst still having access to a wide range of leisure options, shopping, education and employment.

THE BENEFITS

• Fortnightly salary range of $2,380.20 to $2,678.90 per fortnight (gross) plus industry allowances and 12% superannuation. Salary offered within the range will be negotiated based on qualifications, skills and experience
• This is a permanent, full time position of 76 hours per fortnight
• 9 day fortnight working arrangement with an RDO every second Friday
• Generous leave entitlements including access to long service leave after 5 years and paid parental leave
• Remote area salary sacrificing options available

SELECTION CRITERIA

• Demonstrated experience in the operation of HR trucks with a current Class HR drivers’ licence.
• Ability to operate specialised plant and equipment correctly and safely.
• Demonstrated experience in the parks and amenities works (e.g mowing, gardening, facilities cleaning, general maintenance).
• Demonstrated ability to follow work schedules and use collection data devices.
• Effective attitude, communication and interpersonal skills that enable effective and respectful working relationships, collaboration and teamwork
• Construction Induction Certificate (White Card).
• Availability and willingness to work overtime and some weekend work when required.
• Previous experience operating collection vehicles or similar equipment.
• HR Licence
• AQF3 Chemical accreditation

CLOSING DATE: Please apply by Sunday 27 September 2026 at 5.00pm

FURTHER INFORMATION

For further information about the requirements of the position or the work area, please contact Paul Nugent on 0429 012 ***.

For information relating to the recruitment process please contact Council’s People and Culture Team by email at ******@svc.nsw.gov.au.

Council is an equal employment opportunity employer and we are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from First Nations people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Council will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process please contact our People and Culture team via email ******@svc.nsw.gov.au and our team will contact you to discuss how we can support you with your needs.

Council is a Child Safe Organisation and we are committed to acting in the best interest of the children in our community. We believe children have the right to be safe, listened to and respected. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and will take allegations very seriously, responding quickly and consistently in line with our policies and procedures.

Council has a non-smoking in the workplace policy and operates a random drug and alcohol testing program