Waste Collection Officer (Bathurst)

Bathurst, New South Wales 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 in accordance with applicable statutes, regulations and council policies. The position will also undertake duties relevant to the role within the Waste Management Centre as directed, and reports directly to the Waste Collection Team Leader. 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 strong 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 Salary and Position Details 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 Equal Opportunity Statement Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where diversity is embraced and supported. As an Equal Chance 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rtono