About the role
Due to continuing growth in the Ipswich region, we have multiple opportunities for Resource Recovery Drivers to join our team and deliver an essential service to customers.
You will be part of the Ipswich Waste Services team, and responsible for the collection, recovery, and disposal of domestic, commercial, and other waste.
We offer stability and a friendly working environment to our employees, while providing reliability to our customers. You will work with a safe, modern, and reliable fleet operating a variety of vehicles, plant, and equipment to provide:
- Collection, recovery, re-use and/or recycling of resources
- Collection and disposal of waste
- Delivery, repair, and replacement of council mobile garbage bins
View the position description for more details about the role.
About you
To be successful in this role you will have:
- HR class licence or higher or ability to obtain
- Pride in your safe driving skills
- A passion for a clean and sustainable Ipswich into the future
Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve. We strongly encourage women to apply for driver roles and are happy to support training and development opportunities to help you succeed. Read more here and come and join the team.
About the benefits
The positions are permanent full-time and located within Ipswich as well as one position based in Esk, so apply today.
Salary commences at $76,724 plus superannuation of 13.5% and other benefits include:
- Leave options: Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, cultural leave, and other leave options
- Salary packaging: Tailor a variety of salary packaging options to your needs such as financial advice, income protection insurance, skilled memberships, novated leases and more
- Positive workplace culture: Be part of a team that values positivity, inclusivity, and a supportive environment where everyone can thrive
- Work/Life balance: Enjoy a supportive approach to work/life balance to maintain your well-being while fulfilling your work ambitions
- Diversity and inclusion: Work with a diverse workforce where different ideas and perspectives lead to innovation and better decision making
- Learning and development: Experience ongoing learning, development, and career opportunities to enhance your skills, expertise, and knowledge of industry trends
- Health and well-being: Access to discounted gym memberships, employee assistance program and special events supporting your physical and mental health
About us
Ipswich is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity. It is the state’s fastest growing city and one of the oldest provincial cities.
Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision:
‘Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.'
We have a workplace culture built on our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people.
Join us
If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.
Please apply online and submit:
- A cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of this role
- A resume of no more than 4 pages including current licences/tickets/qualifications/certificates/visa that you hold
Closing date: 7 October 2025
Please direct any related questions to careers@ipswich.qld.gov.au.
Pre-Employment Screening: Successful applicants must agree to provide information for pre-employment screening including referee checks, validation of eligibility to work in Australia, criminal history check and may include heath assessments, validation of qualifications and licences and other screening checks.
Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer: We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.
📌 Resource Recovery Employee (Driver)
🏢 Ipswich City Council
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