Waste Services Operartor

City of Monash; City of Monash; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Training and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted gym memberships

Health and wellbeing programs

Job summary

City of Monash in Melbourne's eastern region is seeking a Waste Services Operator in the Waste Operations team for a permanent full-time role based at Notting Hill. You will undertake street cleansing, litter bin clearance and other cleansing activities to deliver high-quality waste services to the Monash community.

The successful candidate will have experience operating machines, outdoor work, and teamwork, with a Medium Rigid vehicle license as a minimum and a commitment to safety, training,

Qualifications

• Trade/TAFE certificate, industry-based training or equivalent experience
• Waste and/or cleansing operations or service-industry experience desirable
• Proficiency in operating a Medium Rigid vehicle (minimum) and other plant/machinery

Responsibilities

• Undertake street cleansing and litter bin clearance to deliver quality waste services
• Contribute to responsive waste operations and community satisfaction
• Collaborate with the Supervisor Asset Cleansing and the wider team

Skills

Medium Rigid operation

Team collaboration

Customer service

Education

TAFE certificate

Trade certificate or equivalent

Job description

Monash is a dynamic organisation committed to providing excellence in service delivery. Located in the eastern region, Monash is a cosmopolitan and culturally diverse city, close to the demographic center of Melbourne.

Permanent full-time position in Waste Operations team.

Salary ranging between $69,684-$75,802, plus superannuation.

Plus, overtime, allowances and monthly ADO.

Closing Friday 23 October 2026 at 11.55pm.

Based out of Notting Hill, the Waste Services Operator undertakes a variety of tasks to deliver responsive and quality waste services throughout the City of Monash, including street sweeping, litter bin clearance and other cleansing activities. The position reports to the Supervisor Asset Cleansing.

About the position

The successful candidate will have experience operating machines, working outdoors and collaborating in team environments. The successful applicant will take immense pride in their work and understand the importance of delivering high-quality waste services to the Monash community. The successful applicant will also be flexible and willing to learn, while sharing their knowledge and experience with colleagues.

Skills and Experience

• Trade of TAFE Certificate, industry-based training course, or equivalent relevant experience
• Waste and/or Cleansing operations or service industry experience desirable
• Proficiency in the operation of a Medium Rigid (minimum requirement) with experience in the operation of other plant and machinery (highly regarded)
• The ability to liaise and develop ongoing working relationships within a diverse team
• Customer service focus with a strong work ethic and attention to detail

Additional requirements

• Ability to work flexible work hours outside the normal spread of hours (6am - 6pm), including afternoon, early morning and weekend shifts as required
• Satisfactory Police Check
• Satisfactory completion of a pre-employment medical assessment
• Satisfactory Working with Children’s Check

Benefits

• Supportive and experienced leaders that care for your development and wellbeing
• Vibrant health and well-being programs
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Flexible working arrangements
• Training and development opportunities
• Discounted gym memberships at our Active Monash Recreation Centres

If you would like to discuss this role further or have any enquiries, please contact Anrew Love, , on telephone at [phone].

City of Monash is committed to be a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where we embrace and support diversity. As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background.

If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or by emailing [e-mail].

We are committed to being a child safe organisation where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We foster a safe, inclusive community for all children and young people, with zero tolerance for child-related harm.

Applications close Friday 23 October at 11:55pm.