Waste Operative Sweeper Driver

Waste Operative Sweeper Driver - Afternoon Shift




Why us?
Your chance to be part of the team that creates and maintains our infrastructure. We're responsible for managing our habitats and surroundings, so they are beautiful - now and for the future. Bring your skills and experience, become a steward of our council environment in a modern organisation that's making a tangible difference.

JOB DETAILS
Permanent, Full Time - 36 Hours, 4 days per week: Tuesday to Friday 12:30pm to 10:00pm, plus shift allowance
Salary: $73,110 - $79,872 + Super
Location: Liverpool

JOB DESCRIPTION
Liverpool City Council is seeking a Waste Service Operative to join our Waste Services team. You will work as part of a high-performing operational team, contributing to the cleanliness, safety and presentation of the Liverpool Local Government Area.

These roles all sit under the same Position Description; however, successful applicants may be allocated to different operational areas, depots and collection services, depending on operational requirements.
Start locations and shifts may vary and can include early morning starts. The roster for each role is consistent.

The Waste Services team is responsible for delivering essential frontline services including:

• Household curb side waste and recycling collections
• Litter and public place waste removal
• Safe operation and maintenance of waste vehicles and equipment
• Supporting traffic management and on-road safety requirements

ABOUT YOU
You enjoy practical, hands-on work and take pride in delivering services that the community relies on every day. You are safety-focused, reliable, and able to work effectively as part of a team in a physically demanding environment.
Successful applicants must be able to demonstrate their competency in the following essential areas:

• HR Drivers License
• General Construction WHS (White Card)
• Implement Traffic control and Implement Traffic control plans tickets (or willing to obtain at own cost within 3 months of start date)
• Experience driving trucks in residential areas
• Experience in waste removal or similar operational environments
• Ability to perform manual handling and physical work
• Knowledge of WHS requirements and safe work practices
• Strong teamwork skills and a professional approach to public-facing work

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT LCC

• Professional learning and development opportunities, including training courses and study assistance for further education.
• Access to Fitness Passport membership
• Great office location in the heart of Liverpool CBD, close to public transport and with free or subsidised parking available nearby.

The salary (within the above-mentioned range) will be dependent upon the relevant skills, experience, and competencies of the successful applicant.


All successful candidates will be required to obtain a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process and may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check.

Click here for a copy of the position description

Please click the 'Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter, current resume and response to the selection criteria questions which will be shown once you commence your application.

Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.

To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including First nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.

CLOSING 8pm 27th August 2026

Be partof creating the future, for further information about the position please contact Samata Billa, Talent Acquisition Partner at ••••@liverpool.nsw.gov.au