Sutherland Shire Council

Side Arm Driver

Are you looking for a role that offers great work-life balance, job security and the chance to make a real difference in your local community?AtSutherland Shire Council, we're seeking an experiencedSide Arm Driverto join our Waste Services team. In this role, you'll operate automated waste collection vehicles, delivering essential waste, recycling and organics collection services across the Sutherland Shire.Starting early means finishing early, and with a 9-day fortnight and Job & Finish flexibility, you'll enjoy more time for the things that matter outside of work.

What you'll be doing

• Operating Side Arm waste collection vehicles safely and efficiently
• Completing daily vehicle safety inspections and checks
• Collecting waste, recycling and organics across the Sutherland Shire
• Providing a reliable and professional service to our community
• Working as part of a supportive and safety-focused team

What you'll bring

• Current HR Driver Licence
• Experience operating a Side Arm collection vehicle
• Strong commitment to safety and customer service
• Reliability, teamwork and a positive attitude
• Pride in delivering a high-quality service to the community

Why join us?

At Sutherland Shire Council, you're more than just a driver. You'll be part of a team that keeps our community clean, safe and running smoothly every day.

We offer:

• Working 76hrs across a 9-day fortnight.
• Job & Finish flexibility
• Early starts from 4:00am with the opportunity to finish earlier when operational requirements are met
• Competitive salary, superannuation and applicable allowances
• Fitness Passport and wellbeing benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• A supportive team culture where people genuinely look out for one another
• The security of working for one of the Shire's largest employers

If you're an experienced Side Arm Driver who values safety, teamwork and delivering excellent service, we'd love to hear from you.

Join our Team and Grow with Us!

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!

• Apply by uploading a cover letter and your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
• Get your application in ASAP
• Interview date:Interviews will be facilitated upon receiving applications.
• Package:$81,044 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation +Customer experience allowance -$109 daily (Driver only)
• Hours of work: Permanent Full Time
• Hours of work:Permanent Full Time, Monday to Friday. 38 hours per week, 9-day fortnight. Applicants must be able to work a range of shifts from 4:00am Monday to Friday.
• Tobenefit your wellbeing, you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks, and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Reach out to Liam Nisbet, (Waste Operations Coordinator)[email protected]for any job specific enquiries.
Claire Murphy, Talent Acquisition Business Partner[email protected]can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

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