Join Napier City Council and help keep our city clean, safe, and welcoming! As a Refuse Compactor Operator, you’ll play a hands-on role in maintaining public spaces, collecting and transporting waste, and supporting the overall health and appearance of Napier. This is an essential position where your work directly impacts the community every day.

Te Āheinga - The Opportunity

• Operate compactor vehicles to collect and dispose of public waste safely and efficiently.
• Maintain cleanliness in streets, parks, and public areas.
• Respond to environmental issues, including litter, graffiti, and illegal dumping.
• Work as part of a supportive team, engaging positively with the public while maintaining a strong focus on health and safety.

He kōrero mōhou - About You

• Hold a current HT driver’s license and have previous truck driving experience.
• Experience in rubbish collection, cleaning, or labouring roles.
• Able to follow instructions, communicate clearly, and use maps/street plans.
• Reliable, trustworthy, and respectful when interacting with the public.
• Comfortable working independently and handling challenging conditions, including unpleasant smells.
• Familiarity with health and safety protocols is desirable.

Ngā painga mōhou - What we Offer

• 5 weeks annual leave after 2 years service
• Discounted Health Insurance Work Scheme + Eye Test Subsidy
• Retailer Discounts + Study assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (OCP)
• Quarterly values awards + Birthday vouchers + Social club
• Free flu vaccinations (annual)
• Ka Awatea Cultural Wānanga + NCC Kapa Haka
• Te Reo Māori language classes

This is a permanent, full time opportunity working 42.5 hours a week, Monday-Friday. You will be based out of our operational site in Onekawa, Napier, but spend a majority of your time working across Napier’s public spaces.

The hourly rate for this role is between $28.90 and $31.40, depending on your skills and experience.

Applications for this role close on 8 October 2025 however due to the highly competitive employment market we will be interviewing applications as we receive them and may close the role when we have found the right person. Please do not delay in making your application.

He kōrero mō Te Kaunihera o Ahuriri - About NCC

At Napier City Council, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and work to make our hiring process fair and accessible. If you need any support or adjustments during your application or interview, let us know—we’re happy to help!

Our success is grounded in strong partnerships with Mana Whenua and Iwi, supported by our Māori Partnerships team, Te Waka Rangapū, which builds cultural capability through education and training.

Before you join, you’ll need to complete pre-employment checks (including drug testing, with some roles requiring health screening). As an NCC employee, you may also be called on to support Civil Defence emergencies when our community needs us most.

Please visit Napier City Council Careers website to see full job description

Job Description – Refuse Compactor Operator