Internal Expression of Interest (EOI) Applications Close: 11:59 pm 8 February 2026 Group and Team: City Resilience Group and Waste Team Location: Clearys Gates Employment status: Permanent Full-time 1.0 FTE Classification: Municipal Employee Level 5 Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreeme nt 2024 Salary range: $71,231 per annum 13.5 % superannuation. About the role This role contributes to the success of the City by assisting and monitoring the collection crew to ensure the City of Hobart’s waste, recycling and litter bins are collected safely, efficiently and on time. Role accountabilities include: Undertaking Waste Driver Side Loader Collections/Labourer duties. Providing high-quality customer service and maintaining strong communication with employees, contractors and the community. Ensuring all work is performed safely, efficiently and with environmental awareness. Training new and existing employees in safe operation and maintenance of plant and equipment. Acting as a field leader to support efficient utilisation of staff, vehicles and plant resources. Demonstrating leadership aligned with the City of Hobart Capability Framework. Learn more about the role in the position description: Field Leader – Collection Services Position Description About you You enjoy leading by example and thrive in operational, hands-on environments. You bring strong knowledge of kerbside collection services, a commitment to safety, and the ability to mentor team members to achieve high standards. You communicate clearly, work collaboratively and take pride in delivering reliable services to the Hobart community. You will also have: Certificate III in Waste Management. Current Medium Rigid Driver Licence. Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Employment). Moderate computer skills and the ability to complete required reporting. How to apply If you require any further information specific to this role please contact Jason Cowen, Program Leader - Waste Collections, on 0408 510 244 or email jason.cowen@hobartcity.com.au All applications must be made in the online portal , and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to recruitment@hobartcity.com.au . Please note that we do not accept applications after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time. Before you begin You will need to read the position description prior to commencing your application as you will be required to address the key duties, skills and knowledge for this role in 600 words or less. Please ensure you have copies of your current resume and relevant qualification/s ready to attach at the end of your application. To protect privacy and prevent fraud , do not upload or email personal documents such as Driver’s licences, passports, or personal tax and superannuation details. Instead: You will be required to declare you hold the required documentation/licence, and If you are the successful candid ate in the process you will be required to have the originals sighted by People and Culture before commencing in the new role. Selection process Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application. The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit. Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position. Learn more about the selection process on our website .
