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Job Title


Waste Service/ Bulky Collection Operator


Company : Careers at Council


Location : Maitland, New South Wales


Created : 2026-01-24


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Waste Service / Bulky Collection OperatorMaitland City Council Maitland, New South Wales Fulltime 38hour week.About The RoleGeneral waste collection duties with a focus on operating side loading and rear loading vehicles. You will also support bulky waste and relief collections as needed.Key ResponsibilitiesOperate side loading waste collection vehicles and assist with rear loading vehicles as required.Provide coverage across waste operations.Adhere to safety protocols and deliver quality service.About YouHold a current Health Regulator (HR) licence and have experience operating side loading vehicles, ideally in residential kerbside collection.Be reliable, teamoriented, safetyfocused with good interpersonal skills.Be flexible and able to support varied waste operations.Additional Qualifications (Highly Regarded)Experience rear loading vehicles or in bulky waste/illegal dumping collections.Current traffic control ticket.Front loader or forklift experience.General Construction Induction Card (White Card).BenefitsSalary $70,469.10 $77,946.28 per year (inclusive of allowances and penalty rates) + 12% super.7day roster, 1 in 4 weekends; 7.6 hour shifts within operation hours 4:15 am 4:30 pm.Ongoing training and development.Fitness Passport, Healthy Employee Program.Applications CloseFriday 30 January 2026To ApplyClick ''Apply Now'' and submit your resume and cover letter.ContactMichael Bonomini, Coordinator Waste Collections 0408 447 743.Essential EligibilityOnly candidates with current Australian work rights will be considered.What Happens NextApplications will be reviewed against role requirements. Shortlisted candidates will undergo medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) and other preemployment checks.Diversity, Equity, and InclusionMaitland City Council is dedicated to an inclusive workplace and encourages applications from people of all cultures, nationalities, identities, and abilities. Special assistance is available for accessibility needs.#J-18808-Ljbffr