Cleansing Services Officer

City of Parramatta; Sydney; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% Superannuation

Adverse Working Conditions Allowance

Job summary

The City of Parramatta is seeking a Cleansing Services Officer to maintain and improve Parramatta's public domain, promoting the city as Australia’s next great city. You will perform self-managed cleansing tasks and support the Cleansing Services team to ensure assets are well cared for.

Role requires physical capability, reliability and a willingness to work in outdoor conditions; licences include NSW Driver Licence and White Card.

Qualifications

• Experience in outdoor/operational roles.
• Ability to work in physical outdoor conditions.
• Reliability and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Identify illegal dumps, litter picking, pressure washing, amenities and BBQ cleaning within the public domain.
• Undertake tasks to support cleansing services and maintain assets and facilities.
• Undertake inspections of the public domain to minimise liability.

Skills

Outdoor experience

Team player

Job description

Work type: Outdoor, 38 hrs per week, 9 day Fortnight
Schedule: Monday to Friday- 5:30am-2:30pm
Salary: From $68,446 plus 12% Superannuation
Closing date: 9pm, 2nd November 2026

The City of Parramatta is in the midst of significant growth and transformation. With a community that brings together many cultures, skills and stories, a changing skyline and new investments, this is an exciting time to be part of the journey. Parramatta 2050 gives us a clear picture of where we're heading; a connected, creative and sustainable City with opportunities for everyone. Every role at City of Parramatta contributes to this next chapter, helping us build a strong, thriving Parramatta for the people who live, work and spend time here.

About the role

As the Cleansing Services Officer you will be responsible for providing self-managed cleansing services that ensures Parramatta's public domain is maintained and improved to enhance the cleanliness and appearance of the city, and to promote Parramatta as Australia's next great city!

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify illegal dumps, litter picking, pressure washing, amenities and BBQ cleaning within the public domain.
• Undertake a variety of tasks required for the successful completion of the functions of the Cleansing Services team to ensure the long-term management, condition and usability of assets and facilities under the care of the team.
• Undertake inspections of the public domain and assets to ensure that Council's exposure to liability is minimised.

What's on offer

We are offering an attractive weekly remuneration from $1,311.74 plus 12% Superannuation plus Adverse Working Conditions Allowance as per the Local Government (State) Award 2026.

Your employee experience includes:

• Job Stability & Flexibility: 9‑day fortnight (Only for operational roles) or Flex time schedule, balance with early morning schedules, additional leave over the Christmas period.
• Leave: 14 weeks paid parental leave, 15 days personal leave, Long Service Leave after 5 years.
• Wellbeing: Fitness passport, Free Flu vaccinations, On site Gym, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee led networks (ERGs), Ongoing wellbeing initiatives, Health insurance discounts.
• Location & Convenience: Central Rydalmere location, Free on-site parking and Novated leasing available.
• Growth: Learning and training programs, leadership pathways, LinkedIn Learning.
• Community Impact: Tools, equipment, uniforms and support to deliver essential services that make a visible difference to the Parramatta community.

About you

• We are looking for someone who is reliable and a team player with previous experience working in an outdoor/ operational role:
• You are comfortable undertaking the physical requirements of the role and can easily adapt to changing priorities.

To be considered for this role, you must also meet the essential requirements in the Position Description, including the below Licences:

• Current NSW Driver Licence
• White Card

We take pride in our work, follow safety procedures, and support each other as one team. By working transparently, you help build trust and contribute to a respectful, inclusive, and accountable workplace.

How we work: Inclusion & Belonging

At the City of Parramatta, inclusion and belonging are central to how we work. We’re building a workforce that reflects our diverse community and value different perspectives and lived experiences. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people living with disability, people of all ages, women, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, ADF veterans, and others who bring unique perspectives.

We are committed to a fair, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process and support reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment - contact ***********@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

This position requires the preferred candidate to undergo the below pre-employment compliance checks:

Pre‑employment medical: Pre‑Employment Medical Check, which also includes a Drug and Alcohol test.

The City of Parramatta supports a drug and alcohol‑free working environment. Employees may be subject to random testing.

Eligibility:

Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident in Australia to apply for this position. Applicants holding valid visas may be considered for Casual or Term contracts subject to their visa work conditions.