Waste Collection Officer (Bathurst)

About The Role

Bathurst Regional Council is currently seeking a Waste Collection Officer to join the Waste Management Centre Team.

The Waste Collection Officer's main purpose is to drive and operate a waste collection vehicle, collecting waste from households in Bathurst, consistent with applicable statutes, regulations and council policies. The position will also be required to undertake duties relevant to the role within the Waste Management Centre as directed.

This position will report directly to the Waste Collection Team Leader.

Position Summary

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Essential Criteria

- HR Driver's Licence
- Demonstrated basic mechanical and maintenance knowledge
- Proven experience in operating tipping trucks
- Proven experience in the operation of lifting equipment
- Competent in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word & Outlook
- A solid commitment to quality customer service with a culture of continuous improvement.

What We Can Offer

Work/Life Balance enjoy a rostered day off every third week to recharge and reset

Generous Leave Entitlements to support your personal and family needs

Fitness Passport to Stay active and healthy

Training & Development to expand your skills

Employee Assistance Program for confidential support services

Want To Know More?

Salary: $1,075.30 per week + 12% superannuation

Position Status: Permanent
- Full-time

Hours of work: 38 hours per week
- RDO every three weeks

Application closing date: Sunday, 31 May 2026, at 11.30pm

Contact Officer: Tania Parkinson
- 6333 6574

How to Apply?

To apply, please click Apply. There are screening questions that must be answered to apply for the position. You will need to upload a Resume to complete the application.

You can save and return to your job application at any time prior to the closing date. Unfortunately, applications that are not completed by the closing date and time will not be considered.

Your application information will be kept confidential in line with the Privacy Amendment (Private Sector) Act 2000 and the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998.

Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where diversity is embraced and supported.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background.

Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a Child Safe organisation with a zero tolerance for child abuse. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3ri4ky