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Rubbish Collector Jobs Available—Join Our Waste Collection Team!

Are you seeking a rewarding career in waste management? We are actively recruiting dedicated individuals to join our team as rubbish collectors. This role is essential in maintaining the cleanliness and health of our communities. If you're ready to make a tangible difference, apply now!

Rubbish Collector Job Requirements

🗑️ Rubbish Collector: Essential Tools & Equipment Handling Guide

🧰 Essential Tools & Equipment

👉 Heavy-Duty Gloves: Protects hands from sharp or dirty objects.

👉 Steel-Toe Safety Boots: Keeps feet safe from heavy items and falling bins.

👉 High-Visibility Vest or Jacket: Make sure you’re seen, especially near traffic.

👉 Dust Mask or Respirator: Protects from dust, bad smells, and harmful particles.

👉 Safety Goggles or Glasses: Shields eyes from splashes or flying debris.

👉 Litter Picker or Grabber Tool: Picks up trash without bending or touching it directly.

👉 Rake or Broom: Helps gather loose trash and clean the area.

👉 Trash Bags (Heavy-Duty): Used for collecting and carrying rubbish.

👉 Wheelie Bin or Cart: Makes transporting waste easier and safer.

👉 Vehicle Tools (if operating a garbage truck): Includes hydraulic controls, lifting arms, and compactor controls.

😊 Customer Service Skills for Rubbish Collectors

👋 1. Be Friendly and Respectful

Greet customers with a smile or a polite nod

Always use polite language like “Good morning” or “Thank you.”

Treat every customer with the same respect

🕒 2. Be On Time and Consistent

Stick to the collection schedule

If delays happen, report them to your supervisor quickly

🏡 3. Respect Property

Place bins back where they belong

Don’t damage fences, gardens, or driveways

Avoid dragging bags or bins that might leave marks

🗣️ 4. Communicate Clearly

If a bin is not collected (e.g., wrong items, overfilled), leave a note or tag if your company uses them

Speak calmly if a customer asks questions—keep it short and clear

🧼 5. Work Neatly

Pick up any spills or dropped trash when possible

Keep the area clean after collection

🧾 6. Follow Company Rules for Complaints

If a customer complains, listen politely

Don’t argue—report it to your supervisor if needed

Stay calm, even if the customer is upset

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Waste Collector Jobs FAQ—How to Start & Get Paid!

Question 1: What is Oddjobber?

Oddjobber is an online recruitment platform designed to connect skilled workers with job opportunities across various locations in Australia. Whether you're a handyman, tradesperson, or service provider, Oddjobber helps you find work quickly and efficiently.Our platform is interconnected with 1300Oddjob.com.au, allowing job seekers and clients to connect based on location. This ensures fast, easy, and convenient transactions, enabling clients to find reliable handymen nearby while helping jobbers secure steady work opportunities in their area.

Question 2: How can I be an Oddjobber?

Becoming an Oddjobber handyman is simple:

Sign Up: Oddjobber.com.au.
Complete Your Profile: Answer the Form.
Get Verified: We may require identity verification to ensure customer safety.

Question 3: Do I need specific qualifications to work as a waste collector?

While Oddjobber welcomes waste collectors of all experience levels, certain jobs require specific licences or certifications to comply with local regulations.
If you plan to offer services that require certification, make sure you hold a valid licence and comply with local laws. Oddjobber may request verification for licenced trades before you can take on these jobs.

Question 4: How do I contact Oddjobber customer support?

You can call us at 1300-633562. We’re here to assist you with any questions or issues you might have.

Question 5: Is there a fee to use Oddjobber?

No, Oddjobber is completely FREE to use! There are no sign-up fees, no subscription costs, and no commission-based deductions from your earnings. You keep 100% of what you make from each job. However, while the platform is free to use, we do not guarantee a consistent flow of jobs. The availability of work depends on demand in your area and whether certain jobs have already been accommodated by our priority partners.

To increase your chances of getting jobs, we recommend:

✔ Keeping your profile updated with skills and experience.

✔ Responding quickly to job postings.

✔ Delivering high-quality work to earn positive reviews.