Waste Driver/Labourer/Plant Operator

City of Hobart; Hobart; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above Award wages

Employer Superannuation 13.5%

Flexible work arrangements

Leave entitlements

Health and Wellness programs

Aquatic Centre membership

Additional leave after 12 months

Employee Assistance Program

Corporate Health Plan discounts

Job summary

The City of Hobart is seeking a Waste Driver/Labourer/Plant Operator for the City Resilience and Waste Operations team at Clearys Gates. You will contribute to efficient rubbish and recycling collection for Hobart by operating side loader and rear loader vehicles and ensuring safety and high service standards.

You will work autonomously within rosters, read maps and run sheets, and deliver excellent customer service while supporting the Waste Operations Team to drive continuous improvement in

Qualifications

• Completion of Year 10 or Certificate III in Waste Management or Asset Maintenance (Waste Operations), or the willingness and ability to obtain the relevant qualification within 12 months of commencement.
• A current Medium Rigid class Driver Licence.
• Demonstrated competency in operating medium mobile plant and waste collection vehicles (side loader and rear loader).

Responsibilities

• Empty and return bins, including handling spills.
• Operate and maintain waste collection vehicles and equipment.
• Follow Safe Work Method Statements and procedures.
• Provide high quality customer service and communicate with public and colleagues.
• Work safely, efficiently, and in line with environmental practices.
• Collaborate with Waste Operations Team and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

Medium mobile plant

Side loader

Rear loader

Maps & rosters

Autonomy

Customer service

Education

Year 10 or Cert III in Waste Management

Job description

Group and Team: City Resilience and Waste Operations

Location: Clearys Gates

Employment status: Permanent Full-time 1.0 FTE

Classification: Municipal Employee Level 4

Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024

Salary range: $70,141 to $71,981 per annum + 13.5% superannuation.

About The Role

This role contributes to the success of the City by providing an efficient and effective rubbish and recycling collection service for the City of Hobart.

Role Accountabilities Include

• Ensuring mobile garbage and recycling bins are emptied correctly and returned to designated areas, including picking up any spilt material.
• Operating and maintaining plant and equipment, including side and rear loading compaction collection vehicles.
• Performing duties in accordance with relevant Safe Work Method Statements, standard operating procedures, plant operation manuals and operator instructions.
• Providing high quality customer service while undertaking the duties and functions of the position.
• Communicating effectively with employees, contractors and members of the public.
• Ensuring services are performed safely and efficiently, while complying with environmentally sustainable practices.
• Working as a cohesive member of the broader Waste Operations Team and supporting continuous improvement across unit operations.

Learn more about the role in the position description: Waste Driver/Labourer/Plant Operator Position Description

About You

You are a reliable and safety-focused operator who takes pride in delivering essential services to the community. You bring practical experience in operating medium mobile plant and are confident working with waste collection vehicles, including side loader and rear loader vehicles.

You are comfortable working autonomously, managing assigned tasks within required timeframes and following maps, rosters, daily works programs and run sheets. You communicate respectfully with colleagues and members of the public and understand the importance of contributing to a positive, safe and team-oriented workplace.

To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Have

• Completion of Year 10, or Certificate III in Waste Management or Asset Maintenance (Waste Operations), or the willingness and ability to obtain the relevant qualification within 12 months of commencement.
• A current Medium Rigid class Driver Licence.
• Demonstrated competency in operating medium mobile plant.
• Experience driving side loader and rear loader vehicles.
• The ability to read and understand maps, work rosters, daily works programs and run sheets.
• The ability to work autonomously and complete tasks within specified timeframes.
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to teamwork and customer service.
• Availability to work rostered and un-rostered weekends and public holidays.

Previous experience in waste collections and operations will be highly regarded.

About Us

The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.

We Recognise Contributions To Our Workforce And Offer

• Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13.5% with salary sacrifice options.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• A wide range of leave entitlements.
• Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
• Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre.
• Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.
• An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
• Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.

Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.

The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.

City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.

The City of Hobart operates within the Child and Youth Safe Organisations Framework, safeguarding children and young people accessing our services and facilities. Your commitment to this framework is essential to improving the way we work, by implementing strategies and actions to promote child safety and wellbeing and preventing harm to children and young people. The City of Hobart incorporates Tasmania’s Child and Youth Safe Standards in its recruitment process, ensuring the safety and well-being of children and young people in our community.

Learn more about our vision, mission and values.

Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday 18 October 2026.

Selection process

Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.

The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.

Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.

Learn more about the selection process on our website.