Waste Operator
Maitland City Council has an exciting opportunity within our Waste Services team for a skilled and reliable Waste Operator, looking to expand their experience across a broader range of waste collection services.
The Opportunity
In this dynamic role within the Relief Waste Collection Team, you'll play a key part in supporting our waste collection teams and helping keep our community clean and running smoothly. Every day brings something different, from repairing and delivering new bins for residents to assisting our side loading waste collection vehicles and bulky waste collection crews when needed.
You'll also lend your skills to the team at the Maitland Resource Recovery Facility, contributing to important waste management and sustainability services across the region.
We're looking for an experienced and reliable operator who enjoys variety, works well across different tasks, and takes pride in supporting a high performing Waste team.
About you
To be successful in this role, you will:
- Hold a current HR licence with demonstrated experience operating side loading waste collection vehicles, ideally in residential kerbside collection
- Be a productive and reliable team member, with a strong safety mindset, good interpersonal skills, and a commitment to delivering quality service to the community
- Be flexible and capable of supporting a variety of waste operations as needed.
Whilst not essential, the following will be highly regarded:
- Experience operating rear loading vehicles and working in bulky waste or illegal dumping collections
- A current traffic control ticket
- Front loader or forklift experience
- A General Construction Induction Card (White Card).
Benefits
This is a full-time, permanent role working a 38-hour week, with a salary range of $70,469.10 to $77,946.28 per year based on demonstrated competencies (inclusive of allowances and weekend penalty rates) + 12% super + additional Public Holiday penalty rates when applicable. This role works across a 7-day roster, working 1 in 4 weekends. Shift lengths are 7.6 hours, completed within the Waste Services Operation hours from 4:15am to 4:30pm.
Council also offers a range of other benefits for its employees, including:
- Ongoing training and development
- Fitness Passport
- Healthy Employee Program
To apply
To apply for this opportunity, please click 'Apply Now' and submit your resume and cover letter.
Previous applicants need not apply.
This role will be known internally as Waste Service/ Bulky Waste Collection Operator.
Questions?
If after reading the role charter you have any questions, contact Michael Bonomini, Coordinator Waste Collections on 0408 447 743.
Applications close: Sunday 5 April 2026
Only candidates with current Australian work rights (Australian citizens, permanent residents, NZ citizens with a current passport, valid work visa) will be considered.
What happens next?
Once applications close, we will review all candidates' details against the role requirements and will be back in touch with you to advise the status of your application.
Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing). Council also completes a range of other pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, psychometric testing or a criminal history check. For more information about the recruitment process, visit the "Jobs at Council" page on our website
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Maitland City Council is dedicated to providing a workplace that is inclusive and supportive and is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We support equal opportunities for all employees, and encourage applications from people from all cultures, nationalities, identities, and abilities. We believe all employees have the right to feel valued, respected and heard. If you have any special considerations or accessibility requirements, please let us know in the recruitment process how we are able to meet your needs.
If you require special assistance, or have any questions about the recruitment process please contact us for a confidential conversation (Recruitment@maitland.nsw.gov.au)
