City of Canterbury Bankstown (CBCity)
Looking for a stable, well-paid role where your work truly matters? Join the City of Canterbury Bankstown’s Waste Operations Team and help keep one of NSW’s largest and most diverse communities clean, safe and thriving.
We service more than 380,000 residents and empty over 200,000 bins every week. If you’re a skilled heavy vehicle driver who takes pride in your work and enjoys being part of a supportive, hands-on team, this could be the role for you.
Why join CBCity?
- Competitive pay: $39.17ph + AWCA2 (Allowance) + 12% super
- Rostered Day Off – enjoy one day off every month
- Overtime opportunities based on operational needs
- 18 weeks paid parental leave, annual salary increases and long service leave
- Health & wellbeing benefits, including Fitness Passport
- A chance to make a real difference in your local community
Click HERE to access salary information for all steps within the designated Grade.
The role
As a Waste Operations Driver, you’ll operate heavy vehicles such as rear load garbage compactors to deliver safe, efficient and reliable waste services. Your work directly contributes to the cleanliness, sustainability and liveability of our city.
Multiple positions are available, offering a great work-life balance and the chance to be part of a team that genuinely looks out for one another. We are hiring a permanent full time and a temporary 12-month full time contract.
For a full list of duties, click HERE to review the position description.
What you’ll be doing
- Operating heavy plant and equipment including rear loaders, side loaders and bin delivery trucks
- Collecting domestic, commercial and public waste in line with service standards
- Working safely and in compliance with Heavy Vehicle National Law and Chain of Responsibility requirements
- Keeping streets clean, tidy and well-maintained for residents and visitors
About you
You’re reliable, safety-focused and take pride in a job well done. You work well independently or in a team and are flexible to changing routes to meet customer needs.
You’ll need:
- A Class HR Driver’s Licence
- Experience driving heavy rigid vehicles
- The ability to work safely and unsupervised
- Good communication skills
- Side loader experience (highly regarded but not essential)
Ready to apply?
For more information, contact James Whitby, Team Leader Waste Operations, at james.whitby@cbcity.nsw.gov.au.
Click Apply below and submit:
- Your resume
- A cover letter addressing the essential qualifications and outlining why you’re the right fit
Drive your career forward while serving your community, apply today.
Applications close 19 February 2026
CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at recruitment@cbcity.nsw.gov.au
Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.
Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.
