Bathurst Regional Council

Waste Collection Officer

About the role

Bathurst Regional Council is currently seeking a Waste Collection Officer to join the Waste Management Centre Team.

The Waste Collection Officer's main purpose is to drive and operate a waste collection vehicle, collecting waste from households in Bathurst, consistent with applicable statutes, regulations and council policies. The position will also be required to undertake duties relevant to the role within the Waste Management Centre as directed. 

This position will report directly to the Waste Collection Team Leader. 

 Key Requirements

• HR drivers licence
• Demonstrated basic mechanical and maintenance knowledge  
• Proven experience in operating tipping trucks
• Proven experience in the operation of lifting equipment 
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook 
• A strong commitment to quality customer service with a culture of continuous improvement 

What we can offer

• Work/Life Balance 
• Rostered day off every third week
• Generous leave entitlements 
• Corporate gym membership
• Employee education assistance
• Access to training and professional development opportunities
• Access to confidential employee assistance program confidential employee assistance program

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This position requires a pre employment health assessment which includes a functional, audio and drug and alcohol screen.

Salary: $1,044.00 to $1,096.90 per week + adverse working conditions level 2 allowance of $48.94 per week + superannuation  

Position Status: Permanent Full-time  

Hours of work: 38 hours per week with an RDO every third week (must be available to work all public holidays)

Application closing date: Sunday, 16 February 2025, at 11.59 pm

Contact Officer: Kelvin Simmons - 0418 265 369

Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where diversity is embraced and supported.

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. 

We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation with a zero tolerance for child abuse.

How to Apply

To submit your application for this position, please Click "Apply". You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.