Waste & Litter Collector (Fixed Term)

See below the role, outlining the responsibilities and skills we are looking for, for this vacancy.

Waste & Litter Collector (fixed term)

Whakatane, New Zealand

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Play a role in caring for Whakatane District's public spaces

Great team culture

Fixed Term, fulltime position - November

• to May

The people at Whakatane District Council love what we do because we do it for others, and that feels good.

We work hard and we know it's important to stop and play too.

We're on a learning journey because we know we can always do better, and we know we're better together.

Will you come on that journey with us?

You'll get access to a range of staff benefits including free swimming pool access.

You'll never be more than half an hour away from rivers, lakes, forests, beaches, and great walks - most are just on your doorstep.

We love this place, and you will too.

Join our dedicated Open Spaces team based at the Operations Depot, where you'll play a key role in keeping our district clean, safe, and welcoming.

This hands-on rostered role involves general labouring duties, including the emptying of street and reserve litter bins and the collection of litter from urban roads and walkways across Whakatane, Kopeopeo, Taneatua, Edgecumbe, and Ohope.

You'll also assist with the upkeep of reserves, playgrounds, cemeteries, and sports grounds throughout the district.

In addition to litter collection, you'll support the Open Spaces Gardening team with a variety of tasks such as sports ground renovations, general reserve maintenance, and amenity work.

Operating and maintaining trucks, small machinery (including mowers, weed-eaters, and water blasters), and other horticultural equipment is a key part of the role.

Health and safety is a top priority, and you'll be a champion for maintaining a safe and healthy working environment for yourself, your team, and the wider community.

Ko wai koe | About you

You're a hands-on, practical person who takes pride in keeping public spaces clean, safe, and enjoyable for everyone.

You're physically fit, reliable, and enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions.

You're a team player who's also comfortable working independently and taking initiative when needed.

You will bring the following skills, experience, and attributes to the role :

Proven experience operating and maintaining and small machinery.

Confidence using equipment such as mowers, weed-eaters, water blasters, scrub cutters, and tractors.

A strong commitment to health and safety practices.

A willingness to support a wide range of maintenance tasks across the district's open spaces.

A full, clean driver's license (classes 1 and 2).

This is a safety sensitive and health sensitive role, so the successful candidate will be required to undergo and pass a pre employment health check and drug test.

We're always learning and improving - Toitu te Taumata

We're passionate and proud - Toitu te Mauri Ora

We put people at the heart of everything we do - Toitu te Tangata

Me pehea te tono mai | How to apply

We are keen to recruit for this role quickly, so applications will be reviewed as they are received.

If you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Paul Camburn, Team Leader Open Spaces Operations on

We aim to deliver outstanding services so that present and future generations can continue to enjoy our sensational lifestyle and superb, natural environment.

Discover the benefits – Whaia nga hua

What's in it for you?

Read more about how we value our staff, and the cherries on top.

If you need any questions answered, please feel free to send us an email.

We'd be more than happy to help!

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