Directorate Engineering & Operations
Section Operations
Team Domestic Waste Management
Employment Status Permanent, full-time
Employment Arrangement 35 hours per week with access to Council’s Agile Work Policy
Salary Range Commencing from $73,437.00 (Grade 10, Step 1) plus allowances and 12% Superannuation. The successful candidate will have access to step increases for the grade based on competency assessment and tenure within the position.
Council Overview
Strathfield Council (Council) is a medium sized Council located in Sydney’s Inner West. The area of the Council comprises approximately 14 square kilometres and has an estimated population of 46,000 residents, which is growing at 2.5-3% annually. Based on NSW Government projections, the population will increase to over 80,000 by 2036.
About the Role
Strathfield Council has a great opportunity for 2 Waste Drivers to join our Operations Section on a permanent, full-time basis.
The purpose of the position is to operate any vehicle or plant involved or associated with the provision of waste management. Ensuring the safe efficient and effective collection of residential and public refuse throughout the Municipality.
For more information about the duties and responsibilities for these roles, please refer to the position descriptions attached below.
Position Description
To review the position descriptions for these roles, please click here for POS 212 or here for POS 213
About You
The successful candidate will have the following:
- Current NSW HR Licence or higher.
- Higher School Certificate or Equivalent Qualification.
- Experience driving and operating side arm and rear loader vehicle.
- Understanding of and adherence to Safe Operating Procedures.
- Possess and maintain a level of physical fitness sufficient to undertake the activities of this level.
- A general knowledge of the area including streets, suburbs, and the boundaries of Strathfield Municipal Council.
- Ability to communicate to a level that enables the accurate interpretation of instructions.
- Ability to carry out both written and verbal instructions.
- Basic reading, writing skill and comprehension skills.
- Able to work in a team environment or individually under limited supervision.
- Have and maintain a good driving record.
Staff Benefits
- 9 day fortnight roster
- This position will attract an allowance on top of your salary
- Great work life balance with an early start, early finish roster
- Eligible to purchase Fitness Passport membership
- Generous health and wellbeing offerings throughout the year including a $100 health and wellbeing rebate
- Fresh fruit available to all staff
- Quarterly all staff events, including free lunch
- 4 weeks annual leave
- 3 weeks sick leave
- Access to long service leave available after 5 years
- Modern plant and equipment to use
- Work with a great and friendly team
- Upskilling opportunities available to team members
- Uniform provided
- Onsite parking available at our depot
- Careers development opportunities available
To see a list of Council Staff Benefits, please click here. To view Council's Agile Work Policy, please click here.
To Apply
Applicants can apply through our online application process:
1. Please fill out your details below, review and answer our designated questions.
2. On the next page attach any required documentation before concluding your application.
Please have the following documentation (preferably in PDF format) ready to upload prior to commencing your application
- Cover letter addressing the selection criteria as found in the position description
- Up to date CV/Resume
If you have any questions about the role, please contact John Hendry via email peopleandculture@strathfield.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close at 11:59pm, Monday 28 July 2025
Strathfield Council is an EEO employer. We encourage applications from everyone regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, cultural background, faith, disability, or gender identity. We encourage applications from people from diverse groups, including, but not limited to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, young people, older workers, people with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ and other minority groups.