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Waste Collection Driver

City of Cockburn
Bibra Lake, WA
A$37.90-$38.52 p/h
Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics → Road Transport
Full-time
On-site

Posted 8 days ago


Full Time / 8 day rolling roster

The City of Cockburn is dynamic and rapidly growing. It provides its employees with generous employment conditions and highly desirable lifestyle benefits including:

  • Generous superannuation (up to 15.5%)
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Free Cockburn ARC gym membership and wellness programs
  • Additional 2 days leave per year
  • Annual Leave Loading

The City

Cockburn is one of the major coastal cities found in the state of Western Australia. With a current population of over 120,000, the City is dynamic, rapidly growing and an exciting place to be.

Situated just 22km south of the Perth CBD, Cockburn boasts an amazing coastline, beautiful beaches and parks, and is supported by a rich mix of community facilities and diverse employment opportunities.

The Position

The City of Cockburn is an industry leader in waste collection and management, undertaking weekly collection of both domestic and recycling bins for all residents.

We are looking for an experienced, safety focussed Waste Collection Driver who enjoys working in small teams, by supporting fellow team members on their rounds if required.

In addition to being able to provide a current Police Clearance and passing a pre-employment medical, the successful applicant will possess:

  • Previous experience operating side arm vehicles
  • Significant experience in operating trucks over 18t
  • HR Drivers Licence

Salary: $74,903 - $76,126 p/a depending on previous skills and experience, plus super. An additional Waste Collection Allowance of $98.14 per fortnight, and applicable overtime rates also apply.

Hours: 6am to 4pm, 8-day fortnight rolling roster.

How to Apply: Please read the position description on the City's Jobs page for a full understanding of the role before applying. Then click on the ‘Apply’ button and complete the online application.

Further information: Andrew Blick, Waste Collection Supervisor 9411 3627

Closing Date: Monday 12 May 2025 at 8am

The City of Cockburn reserves the right to commence recruitment prior to this date.

Applicants are required to demonstrate a commitment to the City of Cockburn values

The City of Cockburn is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.


About City of Cockburn

Spearwood, WA, Australia
Government & Defence
1001-5000 employees

The City of Cockburn is a place where you can have it all. It’s either here already, right on our doorstep, or we’re working hard to make it happen. Our vision, Cockburn, the best place to be, helps shape everything we do, with a focus on delivering for our community.

We’re a magnet for families and lifestyle hunters who want to live, work and play here. We’re centrally located in the southern suburbs of Perth, on Whadjuk Nyungar Boodjar (the land of the Whadjuk Nyungar people) between the coast and Jandakot Airport.

With over 620 FTE, a long history and an exciting future, you're invited to join us and make an impact.

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