Waste Collection Officer (Internal Applicants Only)

Please note, we will only be acccepting applications from current Nillumbik Shire Council employees.

• Salary range of between $69,022.11 and $73,587.09 per annum plus 12% super, allowances and annual leave loading.
• Permanent full time Position
• Access to fortnightly RDOs
• 16 weeks (pro rata) parental leave and generous personal and carers leave entitlements.

About the role:

As the Waste Collection Officer, you will play a key role in delivering essential services that keep our municipality clean, safe and well maintained. This role provides high-quality public waste and recycling services, supporting community events and festivals, and ensuring public bin infrastructure is well presented and fit for purpose. You will also contribute to broader municipal waste programs and provide operational support across Council facilities.

A typical day might include:

• Operating Council's rear loading collection vehicle and other vehicles and plant required to complete services in accordance with operational and safety procedures
• Regular collection of waste from public bins in streets, parks and Council facilities, and cleansing of public waste infrastructure
• Collection of bins to support the residential kerbside service
• Assisting with waste collection and minor maintenance tasks at the Nillumbik Operations Centre and at the Recycling and Recovery Centre as directed

What you will bring to the role:

• A current Victorian Driver's Licence with medium rigid/ heavy endorsement
• A license to operate forklift and backhoe/loader (desirable)
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with customers and members of the public
• Understanding Occupational Health and Safety as it applies to the workplace.

How to Apply:

• To discover more about the role and responsibilities of this position, download and review the Position Description
• Attach your Resume and Cover Letter to your application and use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to answer the Key Selection Criteria questions
• If you require reasonable adjustment at any point throughout the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting the listed Hiring Manager.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or have any questions, please contact Sarah Alexander, Waste Operations Coordinator on 0447 739 546 or Sarah.Alexander@nillumbik.vic.gov.au

Applications close: 10pm (AETD), Wednesday, 4 February 2026.

Nillumbik Shire Council is committed to creating a fair, equitable and inclusive community. We value diversity in our community and support the rights of all people regardless of age, gender, ability or background. Apply now!