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Job No:COH23746Location:Hobart, TASEmployment Status:Full-timeNo. of Vacancies:1Closing Date: 22 Feb 2026 AEDTAbout the roleThis role contributes to the success of the City by delivering an efficient, safe and reliable rubbish and recycling collection service for our community. As a Waste Driver Side Loader Collections/Labourer, youll play a key role in operating collection vehicles, supporting waste operations, and ensuring our city remains clean, sustainable and welcoming.Role accountabilities include:Ensuring mobile garbage and recycling bins are emptied correctly and returned to designated areas, including cleaning up any spillage.Operating and maintaining side and rear-loading compaction vehicles and other relevant plant and equipment in accordance with manuals and WHS procedures.Working collaboratively with team members to support efficient Waste Operations.Providing highquality customer service to residents and the broader community.Communicating effectively with colleagues, contractors and the public.Performing all duties safely, efficiently and in line with environmentally sustainable practices.Participating in continuous improvement initiatives and contributing to team cohesion.You are someone who takes pride in helping keep the city clean and functioning well. You enjoy handson work, being outdoors, and contributing to a team that delivers essential community services. You can work autonomously, follow schedules and instructions, and communicate respectfully with the public.You will bring:Experience operating medium mobile plant, including side and rearloader vehicles.The ability to read and follow maps, run sheets, rosters and daily work programs.Good communication skills and a commitment to teamwork.Reliability, accountability and the ability to complete tasks within set timeframes.Availability to work rostered and unrostered weekends and public holidays.Mandatory requirementsCompletion of Year 10 or Certificate III in Waste Management/Asset Maintenance (or willingness to complete within 12 months).National Police Check, Preemployment Medical Assessment (High Risk) and current Registration to Work with Vulnerable People.About usThe 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.A wide range of paid leave entitlements.Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.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.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.If you''re passionate about our beautiful City and ready to take on a role that challenges and rewards, wed love to hear from you. Apply today!All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to [email protected] . Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday 22 February 2026.You will need to read the position description prior to commencing your application as you will be required to address the key duties, skills and knowledge for this role in 600 words or less.Please ensure you have copies of your current resume and relevant qualification/s ready to attach at the end of your application.To protect privacy and prevent fraud, do not upload or email personal documents such as Drivers licences, passports, or personal tax and superannuation details. Instead:Applicants are required to declare they hold the required documentation/licence,andOriginals will be sighted by People and Culture on the first day of work as a condition of employment.Selection processCandidates 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.Allows you to pre-fill the application using your SEEK profile information and resumPrivacy AcknowledgmentCollection of Personal InformationHobart City Council is collecting personal information from you as part of the recruitment and selection process. Council recognises the importance of privacy and is committed to ensuring the privacy of your personal information collected and/or received by us.Council''s recruitment applications are hosted by external service providers who also recognise the importance of privacy. By proceeding with your application, you acknowledge that your personal information will be hosted by these external service providers until such time as you elect not to have your information stored on these external hosted sites.Yes I agree to the privacy statement *Personal Details * Required fieldFirst name *Last name *E-mail *Phone *Digits only or add + for international numbersStreet *Street Cont.City, Town or Suburb *Postcode or Zipcode *Country *State, Region or Province *QuestionsWork RightsIt is a legal requirement for all Australian employers to ensure candidates have the right to work in Australia. Unfortunately, the City of Hobart is not able to offer visa sponsorship at this time so you must have appropriate work rights to apply for this position.Please choose one and attach a copy of your current Visa: *I am an Australian CitizenI am a permanent resident of Australia or NZ citizen who has entered Australia on a valid passportI am a non citizen with a valid visa that provides work rights and I consent to this being verifiedI am a non citizen who requires visa sponsorship from an employer. Applicants requiring sponsorship will be marked as unsuccessful.DiversityDo you identify as either of the following?I identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait IslanderI am from a non-English speaking backgroundRelevant Qualifications, Licences, and CompetenciesPlease outline the qualifications, licences and competencies you may have that are relevant to the role (as per the Position Description).Copies of qualifications and competencies (excluding Driver Licence) must also be attached to your application. *I consent to City of Hobart formally verifying the qualifications I listed above. *YesDriver Licence DeclarationI declare that I hold the required licence and if I am the successful candidate I agree to the condition of employment to present the original in person for sighting on the first day of work. *AgreedRegistration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP) is Mandatory for this RoleDo you hold a current Tasmanian RWVP for employment? Or are you willing and eligible to obtain one? Where available, please provide the registration or application number below. *Yes - Currently HoldNo - But eligible and willing to obtainNo - Not willing and/or ineligiblePre-Employment Checks - National Police History and Medical AssessmentThe final stage of the recruitment process includes the requirement to undertake a National Police History Check and Pre-employment Medical Assessment.Are you willing to undergo these checks? *YesNoExperienceI have the following work experience in the relevant field of the role.Less than 1 year1 to 5 years5 to 10 yearsOver 10 yearsSelection CriteriaPlease address the knowledge, experience, skills and competencies for this role, ensuring you provide evidence based examples to support your claim (maximum 600 words). *Behavioural CompetencyHow do you embody the City of Hobart''s values (People, Teamwork, Focus & Direction, Creativity & Innovation, and Accountability) in your approach to this role? Provide a brief example (maximum 100 words). *ResumeHave you attached a copy of your current Resume?YesNoReferencesWe require you to nominate at least two (2) professional referees. These people will be required to speak to your work performance as it pertains to the position you are applying for. Please provide your nominated referees'' name, position title, contact number and email address.Please note, that at least one referee should be your most recent direct manager.Referee 1Name: *Relationship: *Phone: *Email: *Referee 2Name: *Relationship: *Phone: *Email: *ApplicationDid you require any assistance in completing this application?Assistance may include a family member or friend, support person, professional job application writer, interpreter, artificial intelligence, etc. *YesNoYour IP address (130.176.223.17) has been logged. 194 Hits. #J-18808-Ljbffr