Side Arm Driver

Job No: SSC1750
Location: Sutherland Shire

Side Arm Driver

  • Be a key player in maintaining a clean and sustainable community.
  • Operate advanced side arm collection trucks and contribute to efficient waste management.
  • Work within a supportive team while enjoying a flexible 9-day fortnight schedule.
  • Grow your skills and experience in a role that values safety and community service.

Your Gateway to a Greener Future

At Sutherland Shire Council, we are dedicated to creating a clean, protected, and sustainable environment for our residents. Our Waste Services Unit plays a pivotal role in this mission by providing essential waste collection and disposal services across diverse public spaces, from bustling city centres to serene parks. As part of our team, you'll help us minimise environmental impacts and promote resource recovery through innovative waste management solutions.

Join us, and together we'll foster a community that values sustainability and cleanliness. Your efforts will directly contribute to the well-being of our Shire and its residents.

Your Role in Our Mission

As a Side Arm Driver, you will be at the forefront of our waste collection services, ensuring timely and efficient disposal for the residents of Sutherland Shire. This role requires not only skill and diligence but also a commitment to safety and customer service. You will be responsible for operating side arm collection trucks and supporting our Recycling and Waste Business Unit in maintaining an environmentally responsible waste management system.

Who We’re Looking For

We seek dynamic individuals who are passionate about serving their community and making a positive impact. If you're ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role, we want to hear from you!

  • Possess a valid HR Class driver’s licence.
  • Experience operating side arm collection trucks.
  • Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.
  • Mechanical aptitude for conducting pre/post safety inspections.

In this role, you will not only be driving a truck but will also be contributing to the overall health of our community. Your ability to engage with residents and demonstrate a commitment to safety and sustainability will make a significant difference in their lives.

If you are ready to embark on a rewarding journey with us, apply today and discover where a career at Sutherland Shire Council can take you.

Join our Team and Grow with Us!

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!

  • Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
  • Get your application in by 11.59pm: Wednesday 15 April 
  • Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated on within 2 weeks of closing
  • Package: $77,926 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation.
  • Hours of work: Permanent full time 38 hours per week, 9 day fortnight
  • To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks, and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Reach out to Liam Nisbet, Waste Operations Coordinator, lnisbet1@ssc.nsw.gov.au  for any job specific enquiries.
Melanie Silburn, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, msilburn@ssc.nsw.gov.au  can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

Click on the link to check out the Position Description

Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government’s Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.

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Sutherland Shire Council (Council) adheres to The Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998 NSW when collecting, using and storing your personal information, and is committed to ensuring the privacy of your personal information. Council is collecting your personal information as part of the recruitment and selection process and advises your application will be hosted by an external service provider under contract by Council. By proceeding with your application, you acknowledge your personal information will be hosted by Councils’ external service provider until such time as you notify otherwise.


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About Us

If you want to make a difference and be part of a challenging and rewarding working environment, then joining us just might be the right career move for you! Join a passionate and dedicated team covering a diversity of services, industries and occupations.

At Sutherland Shire Council we do more than serve our community – we are our community. Our energy can be seen in everything we do. From having a can-do attitude, to embracing change and opportunities, being people-centred and working together as one.