Side Loader Operator

Here at CBCity 

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council’s in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 21 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 370,000 residents. 

The role

CBCity have an opportunity for a waste and cleansing industry professional with exceptional safety standards to join our Waste and Cleansing Unit as a Side Loader Operator. You will operate a Side Loader heavy vehicle to perform day-to-day operational requirements as directed by Team Leaders in a thorough, professional and safe manner that will meet contractual requirements.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Operation of plant and equipment associated with waste and street cleaning activities including but not limited to Side Loader waste vehicles and hand-held equipment.
• Domestic, commercial and public bin collection in line with service guidelines, as well as removal of dumped rubbish.
• Daily maintenance of plant to ensure safe and efficient operation (i.e. fuelling, checking fluids, oils, coolant etc) and reporting on all maintenance issues.
• Maintain all day to day documentation in a neat, accurate and timely manner (i.e. break down books, work and rest hour records etc)
• Perform and fill out pre and post check list daily.
• Comply with the requirements of the Heavy Vehicle National Law and Regulations, including Chain of Responsibility (CoR) provisions and any other relevant Road Transport and Road Rule legislation in force.

*For a full list of duties, click here to review the position description.

You will have:

• Current HR class drivers’ licence.
• Previous experience driving side loaders.
• Knowledge and experience in the operations of waste and street cleansing activities and in equipment used to perform such activities.
• High safety standard and compliance with all WHS procedures.
• Traffic control certification and/or forklift licence is desirable however not essential.

The salary for this opportunity is $3,229 per fortnight (Grade E, Step 4) + AWCA2 + 11.5% super.  
Click here to access salary information for all steps within the designated Grade.

What’s on offer:

• An attractive remuneration package.
• Embrace a better work-life balance with our Rostered Day Off program, designed to prioritise your well-being and help you manage the balance between your personal and professional life.
• Permanent full-time position with Local Government conditions such as long service leave after 5 years, annual salary increases and generous parental leave options.
• Contribute to making a positive impact on our community. 
• An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.

For more information, please contact Brendt Peacock (Coordinator Waste) at brendt.peacock@cbcity.nsw.gov.au 

You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply Now’ button and create a login using your email address and upload a:

• Resume; and
• Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.

Applications close Sunday, 11 August 2024

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.