Hornsby Shire Council

Driver/Labourer – Waste and Cleansing

Permanent Full Time positions (3 vacancies)

Salary: $2,211 to $2,466 per fortnight (based on 76 hours per fortnight), plus superannuation and a 9-day fortnight with rostered day off.

Appointed salary in this range will be based on skills, knowledge and experience.

About us

Hornsby Shire is located on Sydney's upper north shore, approximately 25 kilometers north of the CBD. Known as the ‘Bushland Shire’, our local government area is characterised by bushland comprising national park, major waterways, natural reserves and rural landscape. The rest of the Shire combines urban, rural and open spaces.  We are a diverse and inclusive Council and we encourage candidates from different backgrounds to apply.

About the role 

Driver/Labourers are required to work as part of a multi skilled and multifunctional team undertaking a broad variety of waste and cleansing operational duties, such as;

• Street sweeping (MR Truck license) / blowing
• Cleaning of public places and council assets including public toilets and bus shelters
• Litter collection
• Illegal dumping clean-ups
• Community recycling centres
• General activities as directed
• Driver/ Labourers may be required to work across nominated waste and cleansing functions as directed.

About you

In your new role you must be capable of interpreting and following written procedure and verbal directions on work methods and practices. You will;

• Hold or obtain an MR truck license prior to commencement of the role
• Be available for regular weekend work (paid overtime)
• Take pride in your work
• Exercise a sound level of due care and attention to detail
• Be proactive and responsible and accountable for the services they provide.

You will need the ability to operate and maintain a broad range of plant and equipment used to carryout cleansing duties. It is important that you are able to get along with co-workers and maintain a positive working environment and team culture as well as positively represent and protect council’s image and reputation.

Benefits of working with us!

We pride ourselves on having a fantastic culture with a genuine appreciation for work-life balance. Visit www.hornsby.gov.au/careers and click on 'what we offer' to learn about the wonderful benefits available at Hornsby Council.

For further information and to apply, please visit www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au/careers

Closing Date: 18 February 2025 at 11.30pm