* Be part of a team delivering essential waste services that help keep Sutherland Shire clean, healthy and thriving.
* Enjoy a secure, full‐time Monday to Friday role with competitive pay, allowances and council benefits.
* Benefit from a 9‐day fortnight, offering improved work‐life balance and regular RDO's.
* There are two opportunities available for this unique role.
About Sutherland Shire Council
Sutherland Shire Council is a progressive and community‐focused organisation dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our residents. We provide a range of essential services, including waste management, education, and public cleansing. Our commitment to sustainability and environmental protection drives our initiatives and operations.
As a member of our team, you will play a key role in ensuring our community remains clean, safe, and beautiful. We value collaboration, innovation, and respect, making Sutherland Shire Council a great place to work.
About The Role
The River Service – Rear Loader Driver plays a crucial role in ensuring the collection of residential household waste along the Woronora River frontages that are not accessible by road. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a specialised service that combines road and water‐based operations, helping to deliver an essential service to a riverside community.
This full‐time permanent position is part of our Waste Services Division, where you will support efficient waste management in line with our Waste Management Strategy. You will be required to operate a rear‐loader garbage truck, a flat‐bed open tray truck, and work aboard our boat vessel conducting the Woronora River Service. You will manage waste collection tasks and contribute to maintaining this unique local service and infrastructure.
Who We're Looking For
We are looking for a dedicated and physically capable individual who thrives in a team environment. If you have a strong commitment to customer service and safety, we want to hear from you!
* A current HR Class Drivers Licence is essential.
* A current Boat Drivers Licence is essential.
* Ability to successfully complete Council's driver Verification of Competency (VOC) program within the first three months of employment.
* Proven experience in a similar role with manual handling capabilities.
Benefits
* Package: $77,926 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation and all relevant allowances.
* Hours of work: Permanent Full Time, Monday to Friday, 38 hours per week, 9‐day fortnight. Two opportunities available.
* Wellbeing: access to corporate membership to our leisure centres, employee assistance programme, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.
* Pre‐employment screening includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks, Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all checks.
Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government's Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programmes, and events.
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