Liverpool City Council

Community Recycling Centre Operative

Community Recycling Centre Operative

1 x Permanent Full Time – 36 hours, 4 days per week (Monday to Thursday – 6:00am to 15:30pm)
Salary: $70,980.84 to $77,546.16 + 11.5% Super + Allowances
Closing Date: 5th June 2025

We are looking for a Team Member in our Community Recycling Centre to work in the Waste and Cleansing Department located at Council’s Operation Centre (Rose Street Depot). This facility provides the community with a free and convenient way of dropping off their problem wastes for environmentally friendly recycling.

You will have demonstrated experience working as part of a team and must have knowledge of Work, Health and Safety (WHS) practices, the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), ethical practice and multicultural diversity. Manual handling skills are also required, and the successful applicant must have a flexible attitude towards responsibilities and hours of work.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

As a Waste Services Operative, you will require a current driver’s license, Current Forklift License, General Construction WHS induction (white Card), Traffic Control Certificate (or Willing to obtain). You will have demonstrated experience working as part of a team and knowledge of Work, Health and Safety (WHS) practices, the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), ethical practice and multicultural diversity. Manual handling skills are also required, and the successful applicant must have a flexible attitude towards responsibilities and hours of work.

Must have experience with customer service, loading & unloading with a forklift, Experience or Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety practices, the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity, ethical practice and multi-cultural diversity, Ability to assess safety situations and take appropriate action, Demonstrated written and oral communication skills, Ability to undertake manual handling activities using appropriate techniques/skills, Ability to develop and modify works programs and cleaning schedules to meet customer needs

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US

• Be rewarded with an attractive annual salary package (Salary will be dependent upon the relevant skills, experience, and competencies of the successful applicant).
• Council offers career progression opportunities & ongoing support.
• A 4-day week
• Free parking available nearby.
• Access to mentoring and coaching from Senior team members.
• Internal professional Learning and Development
• Fitness Passport.

At LCC we know that our people are our most valuable investment.  They are the creative drive behind Councils major projects, their skills and knowledge contribute to council short- and long-term objectives.

For further information about the position please contact Terrance Taumata, Acting Coordinator Urban services on 0499759403 or 87117452.

How to Apply: Please click the 'Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter, current resume and response to the selection/essential criteria questions which will be shown once you commence your application.

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To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including First nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join the Council.