Waste and Recycling Truck Drivers (Casual Pool)Infrastructure and Operations - Resource Recovery | Trades/ServiceCurrent Queensland "HR" class driver's licenseLGE 2 - 4 (CS2-4DR) ($38.95 - $40.42 per hour + superannuation) based on skills, qualifications, and experienceWhy Choose UsTownsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia.
We are committed to creating value by growing Townsville through driving economic diversity and generating an enriching lifestyle.Our organization provides and maintains close to $9 billion worth of community assets including water and wastewater networks and treatment plants, bridges, drainage, roads, waste management, community facilities, sporting venues, and more.We contribute to an active lifestyle for our residents and visitors through events, recreational facilities, protecting the natural environment and heritage, while creating a mentally and physically healthy city.We are driving economic diversity and cultivating an enriching lifestyle, growing a city for this and future generations by building a vibrant, sustainable, and innovative city.Council's vision is for Townsville to be a connected, lifestyle-driven, and innovation-focused city while continuing to deliver service excellence and to be led by our community to create an exciting today and future.Our Vision: A globally connected community driven by lifestyle and nature.Our Purpose: Grow TownsvilleOur Values: Safety, Excellence, Respect, Value, EnjoymentCouncil is establishing a casual relief pool to supplement our existing Waste and Recycling Truck Driver team.
You will be provided full training and must be willing to be flexible with shifts offered.
The shifts may be between 10-30 hours per week, subject to availability.
Work hours are between 5:00 am - 5:00 pm, 7 days a week.About the RoleThis position plays a key role in assisting and working as part of a team to safely operate waste collection vehicles, providing and delivering an effective, timely, and efficient waste collection service to Townsville City Council customers.
This role aims to achieve a clean, hygienic, and aesthetically acceptable environment throughout Townsville.About YouCurrent Queensland "HR" class driver's license.Ability to competently operate and perform maintenance on waste collection vehicles.Experience in waste collection.Demonstrated ability and experience with the operation of waste collection plant used by Waste Services.Ability to read, comprehend, and write words and numbers as part of reporting systems.Knowledge of servicing, pre-start, and shutdown requirements of the plant, including trucks and attached machinery.Further requirements as outlined in the attached position description.How to ApplySubmit your application via the 'Apply' button.
Include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how your skills, qualifications, and experience will enable your success in this role.
Also, attach your resume and copies of any licenses and qualifications relevant to the role.For Further Information, review the Position Description.What We OfferLong Service Leave available pro-rata after seven yearsSalary Sacrifice opportunitiesLearning and Development opportunitiesFitness Passport program offering discounted memberships at selected gyms, pools, and yoga facilitiesEmployee Loyalty Program with discounts at local businessesEmployee Assistance ProgramThe Council's contribution to superannuation for contributing employees shall be 13.5% of ordinary time earnings, with a minimum employee contribution of 6%.We are committed to a safe and inclusive workplace.
We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disabilities, and veterans.All successful candidates will undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process.
Townsville City Council has a zero-tolerance policy towards drugs and alcohol in the workplace.If you require adjustments to the recruitment process or want to discuss accessibility requirements, please contact ****** or call 07 4727 9004 for a confidential discussion.
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