Waste Operative Household Rubbish

Liverpool City Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training courses and study assistance

Fitness Passport membership

Parking nearby

Job summary

Liverpool City Council is seeking a Waste Operative to join our Waste Services team in a permanent, full-time role (36 hours over four days). You will assist with curbside collections, litter removal, and the safe operation of waste vehicles.

Successful applicants must have a HR Drivers Licence, White Card, and the ability to perform manual handling in a physically demanding, safety-focused environment. Start locations and shifts may vary.

Qualifications

• Must hold a HR Drivers License and White Card.
• Ability to obtain traffic control tickets within 3 months of start.
• Experience driving trucks in residential areas preferred.
• Experience in waste removal or similar operational roles preferred.
• Able to perform manual handling and physical work.
• Strong understanding of WHS requirements and safe work practices.
• Demonstrated teamwork and professional public-facing approach.

Responsibilities

• Perform household curbside waste and recycling collections.
• Assist litter and public place waste removal and disposal.
• Safely operate and maintain waste vehicles and equipment.
• Assist with traffic management and on-road safety duties as required.

Skills

HR Drivers License

General Construction WHS (White Card)

Traffic control tickets

Experience driving trucks in urban/res

Experience in waste removal

Manual handling

WHS knowledge

Teamwork

Job description

Your chance to be part of the team that creates and maintains our infrastructure. We’re responsible for managing our habitats and surroundings, so they are beautiful - now and for the future. Bring your skills and experience, become a steward of our council environment in a modern organisation that’s making a tangible difference.

JOB DETAILS

Permanent, Full Time - 36 Hours, 4 days per week: Monday to Thursday 5:00am to 2:30pm

JOB DESCRIPTION

Liverpool City Council is seeking a Waste Operative to join our Waste Services team. You will work as part of a high-performing operational team, contributing to the cleanliness, safety and presentation of the Liverpool Local Government Area.

These roles all sit under the same Position Description; however, successful applicants may be allocated to different operational areas, depots and collection services, depending on operational requirements.
Start locations and shifts may vary and can include early morning starts. The roster for each role is consistent.

The Waste Services team is responsible for delivering essential frontline services including:

• Household curb side waste and recycling collections
• Litter and public place waste removal
• Safe operation and maintenance of waste vehicles and equipment
• Supporting traffic management and on-road safety requirements

ABOUT YOU

You enjoy practical, hands-on work and take pride in delivering services that the community relies on every day. You are safety-focused, reliable, and able to work effectively as part of a team in a physically demanding environment.

Successful applicants must be able to demonstrate their competency in the following essential areas:

• HR Drivers License
• General Construction WHS (White Card)
• Implement Traffic control and Implement Traffic control plans tickets (or willing to obtain at own cost within 3 months of start date)
• Experience driving trucks in residential areas
• Experience in waste removal or similar operational environments
• Ability to perform manual handling and physical work
• Knowledge of WHS requirements and safe work practices
• Strong teamwork skills and a professional approach to public-facing work

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT LCC

• Professional learning and development opportunities, including training courses and study assistance for further education.
• Access to Fitness Passport membership
• Great office location in the heart of Liverpool CBD, close to public transport and with free or subsidised parking available nearby.
• The salary (within the above-mentioned range) will be dependent upon the relevant skills, experience, and competencies of the successful applicant.

All successful candidates will be required to obtain a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process and may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check.

Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.

To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including First nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.

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CLOSING 8PM 17th November 2026

Be part of creating the future, for further information about the position please contact Samata Billa, Talent Acquisition Partner at ******@liverpool.nsw.gov.au