Waste Services Operator

City of Monash; Monash; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Training and development opportunities

Discounted gym memberships

Job summary

City of Monash is seeking a Waste Services Operator to join the Sustainable Monash Waste Services team. The role rotates between operating a front-end loader, forklift and material handler, delivering excellent customer service and keeping the yard clean and tidy.

You may also collect dumped rubbish and operate a hook truck, contributing to efficient waste operations. A medium-rigid licence is required; heavy-rigid and high-risk licences are preferred along with loader and excavator tickets.

Qualifications

• Medium-rigid licence is required.
• Heavy-rigid licence preferred.
• High risk work licence preferred.
• Front end loader ticket required.
• Excavator ticket required.

Responsibilities

• Operate front-end loader, forklift, and material handler.
• Deliver excellent customer service.
• Keep the yard clean and tidy.
• Assist with collecting dumped rubbish and operating a hook truck.

Skills

Forklift operation

Excavator operation

Front end loader operation

Waste operations experience

Customer service

Team work

Education

Medium-rigid licence

Heavy-rigid licence

High risk work licence

Front end loader ticket

Excavator ticket

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 positionSalary starting at $71,774 + Superannuation + RDO + Overtime + industry training + allowancesBased in Notting HillApplications close 15 November 2026Join our Waste Services team within Sustainable Monash, reporting to the Team Leader Recycling and Waste Centre. You’ll be part of a broader team that also includes Waste Customer Experience and Asset Cleansing.About the PositionIn this hands-on role, you’ll rotate between operating a front-end loader, forklift and material handler, delivering excellent customer service and keeping the yard clean and tidy. You’ll take pride in your work and the presentation of the centre, with duties that may also include collecting dumped rubbish and operating a hook truck.Skills and ExperienceOperating forklift, excavator, front end loaderWaste operational experience preferredExcellent customer serviceWorking in a team environmentRequirementsMedium-rigid licenceHeavy-rigid licence preferredHigh risk work licenceFront end loader ticketExcavator ticketSatisfactory National Police Check; andOther pre-employment checks may be required depending on the role requirements.BenefitsAs a City of Monash employee, your personal and professional development is a key focus for us. You will have access to:Supportive and experienced leaders that care for your development and wellbeingVibrant health and well-being programsEmployee Assistance Program for you and your familyFlexible working arrangementsTraining and development opportunitiesDiscounted gym memberships at our Active Monash Recreation CentresApply for this amazing opportunityPlease submit your CV with a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role.Applications close Sunday 15 November 2026 at 11:55pm . We may commence shortlisting and close applications prior to the closing date, so we encourage interested candidates to apply early.If you would like to discuss this role further or you have any enquiries, please contact Theo Kirizakis on 0409 760 175 or at [e-mail] Council 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, 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 email [e-mail] 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.Position Description - Waste Services Operator 2026.pdf