- Permanent full-time position available!
- Lead a small waste team to deliver waste collection services across Burwood
- $68,917 - $82,363 + 12% Super + Allowances
- Access to Council’s 9-day fortnight arrangement
- Early morning shift from 12:34am to 9:30am
About us:
The Burwood Council area is a hub of Inner West Sydney and is identified as a Strategic Centre by the NSW State Government. It is a cosmopolitan destination with a thriving business and retail centre with a strong and vibrant future.
Our progressive community enjoys well designed public spaces, inclusive cultural events, intriguing laneways with impressive public art and an enviable restaurant and café scene,
At Burwood our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our exciting and ambitious Community Strategic Plan 2036.
Read on further if you would like to join us
Your Position:
In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing daily waste and cleansing operations across the Burwood LGA, leading a team to deliver timely and high-quality services, including the emptying of public litter bins and the collection of household clean-ups and illegally dumped waste.
Your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:-
- Operating a heavy rigid rear-load waste collection vehicle
- Leading your team members on-the-ground to deliver waste management services
- Assisting with preparation of daily work schedules and staff oversight
- Completing daily WHS procedures and Safe Work Method Statements
- Conducting pre-start checks on all plant and reporting all vehicle and plant problems when required
To be successful in this role you will have:-
- Class HR or HC Drivers Licence
- General Construction Induction Card (White Card)
- Experience driving a heavy rigid waste collection vehicle including rear-load collection vehicle
- Experience leading a waste team
- Ability using technology to carry out daily tasks
- Availability to work out of hours and on weekends as required
Key Requirements:
- COVID-19 vaccination for all employees (2 Vaccines)
- Willingness to complete a National Police History Check (Where applicable)
- Willingness to complete a pre-employment health assessment (Where applicable)
Culture & Benefits:
- Access to Council's 9-day RDO arrangement
- Health & Well-being initiatives (ie flu vaccinations, skin checks, ability to join Fitness Passport)
- Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- PPE supplied
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
Enquiries:
Further information regarding this role can be found in the Position Description or please contact Greg Panigas, Manager Waste & Cleansing on 02 9078 6131.
How to apply:
Please click on Apply now and follow the steps.
Applications are to include a resume and answers to the online questions.
Closing date:
Tuesday, 19 August 2025 at 11:59 PM
At Burwood Council we celebrate diversity, value inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We are committed to creating an environment where every member of our team feels respected, supported and inspired to contribute their unique skills and talents for a better Burwood.
In serving our community, we are also proud to be a child safe organisation.
