Waste Collection Operator – Outdoor Impact & Community Service

Dubbo Regional Council; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Salary packaging options

Fitness Passport

Wellbeing Program

Employee Assistance Program

Rainbow Cottage Childcare

Novated vehicle leasing

Self-education expenses

Disability/income protection insurance

Active social club

35-hour work week

Job summary

Dubbo Regional Council is seeking a Garbage Collection Operator to deliver waste collection services and support Whylandra Waste Facility and transfer stations. This role offers outdoor work, safety-focused teamwork and community impact across the Dubbo region.

You will operate garbage collection vehicles, assist with customer requests and contribute to a positive team environment while developing skills in waste and resource recovery. A Class HR Driver Licence is required.

Qualifications

• A current Class HR Driver Licence.
• Strong literacy, numeracy and customer service skills, with the ability to complete basic administrative tasks and records.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Physical fitness and the ability to safely undertake the inherent requirements of the role.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, efficient and reliable garbage, food and garden waste collection services across the Dubbo Regional Council area.
• Operate and maintain garbage collection vehicles and associated equipment in line with operational and safety requirements.
• Support operations at Whylandra Waste Facility and Council transfer stations, including plant operation, maintenance activities and customer service tasks.
• Respond to customer requests and assist with litter collection, bin enclosure repairs and other waste management activities that help keep our region looking its best.
• Contribute to a positive, supportive team environment while developing your skills across a variety of waste and resource recovery operations.

Skills

HR Driver Licence

Customer service

Teamwork

Literacy & numeracy

Job description

Dubbo Regional Council is seeking a Garbage Collection Operator to deliver waste collection services and support Whylandra Waste Facility and transfer stations. This role offers outdoor work, safety-focused teamwork and community impact across the Dubbo region.

You will operate garbage collection vehicles, assist with customer requests and contribute to a positive team environment while developing skills in waste and resource recovery. A Class HR Driver Licence is required.