Why us?
Your chance to be part of the team that creates and maintains our infrastructure. We’re responsible for managing our habitats and surroundings, so they are beautiful - now and for the future. Bring your skills and experience, become a steward of our council environment in a modern organisation that’s making a tangible difference.
JOB DETAILS : 4 x Permanent, Full Time - 36 Hours, 4 days per week (Monday to Thursday / Tues to Friday)
Salary: $73,110 - $79,872 + Super Location: Liverpool
JOB DESCRIPTION
Liverpool City Council is seeking multiple Waste Services Operatives to join our Waste Services team. You will work as part of a high-performing operational team, contributing to the cleanliness, safety and presentation of the Liverpool Local Government Area.
These roles all sit under the same Position Description; however, successful applicants may be allocated to different operational areas, depots and collection services, depending on operational requirements.
Start locations and shifts may vary and can include early morning starts. The roster for each role is consistent.
The Waste Services team is responsible for delivering essential frontline services including:
- Household kerbside waste and recycling collections
- Litter and public place waste removal
- Safe operation and maintenance of waste vehicles and equipment
- Supporting traffic management and on-road safety requirements
ABOUT YOU
You enjoy practical, hands-on work and take pride in delivering services that the community relies on every day. You are safety-focused, reliable, and able to work effectively as part of a team in a physically demanding environment.
Successful applicants must be able to demonstrate their competency in the following essential areas:
- HR Drivers License
- General Construction WHS (White Card)
- Implement Traffic control and Implement Traffic control plans tickets (or willing to obtain at own cost within 3 months of start date)
- Demonstrated HR Driver’s License
- General Construction WHS Induction Card (White Card)
- Traffic Control & Traffic Control Plan tickets (or willingness to obtain within a specified timeframe)
- Experience driving trucks in residential areas
- Experience in waste removal or similar operational environments
- Ability to perform manual handling and physical work
- Knowledge of WHS requirements and safe work practices
- Strong teamwork skills and a professional approach to public-facing work
BENEFITS OF WORKING AT LCC
- Professional learning and development opportunities, including training courses and study assistance for further education.
- Access to Fitness Passport membership
- Great office location in the heart of Liverpool CBD, close to public transport and with free or subsidised parking available nearby.
- Health and wellbeing benefits including 2 x Health and Wellbeing leaves and access to our Employee Assistance Program.
The salary (within the above-mentioned range) will be dependent upon the relevant skills, experience, and competencies of the successful applicant.
All successful candidates will be required to obtain a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process and may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check.
We recommend you read the Position Description for the role to make sure your application addresses the requirements of the position.
Click here for a copy of the position description
Please click the 'Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter, current resume and response to the selection criteria questions which will be shown once you commence your application.
Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.
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 Council.
CLOSING : 2 April 2026
Be part of creating the future, for further information about the position please contact Natalie Jefferys, Talent Acquisition Partner on 0447 196 962
