Waste Services Operator - Kerbside

Wangaratta, VIC | Temporary Full Time until July 2026 | $65,884 per annum + super

Help shape a cleaner, greener future for our community.

Ready to make a real difference every single day? Join a team that is not just collecting waste but driving sustainability, innovation and positive environmental change across the Rural City of Wangaratta.

We are proud to deliver our own kerbside waste and organics collection service, and we are looking for a motivated, community focused Waste Services Operator to help us continue delivering excellence.

Why this role matters

As a Waste Services Operator, you will be the face of our kerbside service, keeping our streets clean, supporting households and businesses and contributing directly to a more sustainable future. No two days are the same, and your work will have a visible impact across the municipality.

What you will be doing

• Operating collection vehicles across rural and urban areas
• Delivering friendly, reliable customer service in the field
• Supporting landfill operations, transfer station maintenance and organics processing
• Upholding our strong safety culture and service standards

What you bring

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys being part of a supportive team and cares about doing the right thing for the environment. Ideally, you will have:

• A current HR licence (essential)
• A solid driving record
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Good communication and customer service skills
• An interest in sustainable waste management
• The ability to start early and work efficiently outdoors
• Experience in the waste industry is preferred but not essential

What you will gain

• Full training and ongoing support
• Opportunities to grow your skills and build your career
• A collaborative, safety first workplace
• The chance to contribute to a cleaner, greener community
• Opportunities for overtime

If you are ready to join a team that values your contribution and supports your development, we would love to hear from you.

For more information and to view the position description, please visit our website at www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au. Further enquiries about this position should be directed to Brian Bowman, Team Leader - Landfill, Organics & Kerbside on [email protected]. 

Applications close Monday at 3pm on 16th March 2026. 

Rural City of Wangaratta is a child safe and equal opportunity employer.  Employment applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged.  In addition, applications for positions that work with children must provide referees who can comment on their experience working with children.  These roles also require a valid Working with Children Check and all roles require a National Criminal History Check. 

When submitting your application, you will need to include:

• Your current contact details;
• A cover letter to your application. This document is an introduction to your application and will generally include an outline as to why you have applied for the role;
• A current resume with a minimum of two current referees;
• A letter stating how you meet the key selection criteria, providing evidence that clearly demonstrates what you have achieved in relation to the position. It is helpful to use each selection criteria as a heading and then explain how your skills and experience meet that criterion; and
• Copies of any relevant qualifications or licence.