City of Perth

Expression of Interest – HR Waste Truck Driver

• $72,761 base salary per annum, plus super and penalties (up to 25% loading for night shift)
• Permanent, full-time
• Day shift or Night shift positions available *please specify on application 

Are you a skilled and experienced HR Driver looking for your next opportunity and to learn new things? Look no further!

The opportunity:

As a HR Waste Truck Driver in the City of Perth, you will:

• Operate and drive a waste collection truck and compactor that has three axles.
• Empty refuse and recycling bins, as well as street litter bins.
• Handle cleaning equipment including road and footpath sweepers, hand blowers, and high-pressure cleaning equipment.
• Ensure safe and compliant work practices in accordance with Western Australian Work Health and Safety legislation, as well as the City’s safe systems of work.

Above all, you will live our values of commitment, teamwork, courage, and respect that allow us to come together to lead and support the community.

As one of our employees, you’ll enjoy:

• Top-of-the-line equipment and vehicles
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• Supportive team environment and positive culture

About you

If you have truck driving experience with the ability to learn and operate road and footpath sweepers, steam cleaner utes, and general plant, we welcome your application. This is an opportunity to join the City of Perth and its vibrant, connected community at a pivotal time of evolution and growth.

Essential Criteria:

• Valid drivers licence (HR/MR) 
• Experience in similar roles
• Ability to perform physical tasks 
• Police clearance or willing to obtain

About the team:

The Operations Unit is responsible for the management and maintenance of the City’s parks, environments, fleet, street, and waste services. The HR Waste Truck Driver role undertakes refuse removal services and street cleaning that complies with the City’s specified work standards. These services are provided to both residential and commercial customers, through dayshift and nightshift arrangements.

Equally important to handling a heavy rigid waste truck, is an ability to operate as part of a team and provide high-quality customer service to residents, and members of the public, including tourists, shopkeepers, and visitors.

How to apply

By clicking the ‘APPLY’ button, you will be directed to the City of Perth’s employment page where you can upload your current resume and a brief cover letter outlining your most relevant experience and skills.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a recruitment pool which will remain active for twelve months. This pool may be used to fill various fixed-term, full-time, and part-time positions as they become available, based on our organisational requirements.

Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitment process will disqualify your application.