Casual Waste Collection Driver

About the role

The City of Cockburn is looking to build a pool of casual Waste Collection Drivers to support current and future operational needs. Reporting to the Waste Collection Supervisor, the driver collects and disposes of residential waste and recycling according to daily work schedules and designated routes, contributing to community cleanliness and environmental sustainability.

Key responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently collect all rubbish bins each day and deliver and maintain waste bins
• Tip waste or recycled products as directed by disposal plant operators
• Maintain the work vehicle to workshop standards, checking water, oil, tyre pressure and the lifting arm, and clean the truck daily and wash the body weekly
• Complete required paperwork and report faults to the Waste Collection Services and Workshop Coordinators
• Follow safety and health policies, wear protective work clothes and attend toolbox meetings
• Perform other duties as directed by the Service Lead or Supervisor

Required profile

• Demonstrated experience operating side-arm vehicles and significant experience driving trucks over 18t
• Current WA 'HR' class driver's licence
• Legally permitted to work in Australia on a full-time permanent basis
• Eligible for the pre-employment process: fitness for work assessment, alcohol and drug screening, qualification and licence checks, and a criminal history check

Required skills

• Competent, safe driving and mechanical aptitude
• Knowledge of waste industry rules, safe waste handling and manual handling of heavy or hazardous items
• Familiarity with GPS routes, run sheets and digital reporting tools
• Understanding of truck operations, hydraulics and lifting equipment

What we offer

• Pay starting from Level 5 Step 1 ($50.88 per hour inclusive of casual loading) under the City of Cockburn Industrial Agreement 2025, depending on qualifications and experience

Applicants must address the selection criteria in the position description (maximum two pages) and apply through the online application form; the closing date is 31 December 2026.