Crew Member

Council Jobs; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time employment

Regular RDOs

Training & career progression

Supportive team environment

9-day fortnight roster

Job summary

City of Sydney is seeking motivated Crew Members to join our civil maintenance teams. You will contribute to maintaining roads, footways, and public infrastructure as part of a dynamic team.

Applicants should be physically capable, hold a Class C Licence, and be prepared to obtain MR Licence, TCP, and IMP accreditations within six months. The role offers permanent full-time employment with regular RDOs and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Be physically capable of outdoor manual labour.
• Demonstrate safety, teamwork and customer service.
• Hold a current Class C Driver Licence.

Responsibilities

• Undertake civil maintenance activities on roads, footpaths and related infrastructure.
• Perform general labouring duties and operate plant and equipment as required.
• Respond to maintenance requests and community safety issues promptly.
• Collaborate with team members to deliver high-quality maintenance services.
• Carry out other duties as directed by Supervisors and Management.

Skills

Civil maintenance basics

Current Class C Driver Licence

Basic IT skills

Safety, teamwork, customer service

Willingness to obtain MR licence

Willingness to obtain TCP/IMP accredit

Tools

Plant and equipment operation

Job description

Caring for our city, creating a future for all

Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They’re motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city: Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision.

Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You’ll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions.

About the role

The City's Infrastructure Maintenance Section has an exciting opportunity for motivated and reliable Crew Members to join our civil maintenance teams.

We are seeking energetic, customer-focused individuals with a basic understanding of civil works who are looking to build a rewarding career in local government. Working as part of a dynamic team, you will contribute to the maintenance and improvement of the City's roads, footways, and public infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake a range of civil maintenance activities on roads, footpaths, and associated infrastructure.
• Perform general labouring duties and operate plant and equipment as required.
• Respond to maintenance requests and community safety issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Work collaboratively with team members to deliver high-quality maintenance services.
• Carry out other duties as directed by Supervisors and Management to support the effective and efficient delivery of civil maintenance services.

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Be physically capable of undertaking manual labouring activities in an outdoor environment.
• Hold a current Class C Driver Licence.
• Possess basic computer and IT skills.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and commitment to safety, teamwork, and customer service.
• Be willing to obtain the following qualifications within the first six months of employment:
  • Medium Rigid (MR) Driver Licence
  • Traffic Controller (TCP) accreditation
  • Implement Traffic Control Plans (IMP) accreditation

Why Join Us?

• Permanent full-time employment.
• Regular RDOs providing additional work-life balance.
• Opportunities for training, development, and career progression.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to maintaining and improving community infrastructure.

If you are motivated, enjoy working outdoors, and are committed to delivering high-quality services to the community, we encourage you to apply.

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This role has the option of a rostered day off every 2 weeks, known as a 9-day fortnight.

The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration and medical assessment.

Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm, Wednesday 04 November 2026.

For more information, contact Mitch Mrsnik, Maintenance Coordinator - Civil on 02 8019 6***.

What we can offer you

You’ll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all.

Flexible working

• 3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance
• Collaborative approach to flexible working
• City centre head office, with many public transport options.

Professional development

• Leadership and management development program
• Further education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leave
• Opportunity to attend external courses and conferences
• Long service and employee recognition awards
• Employee assistance program offering free, confidential counselling

Supporting families

• We provide 26 weeks of paid parental leave for all new parents, supporting diverse and inclusive families
• Paid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leave
• Paid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leave
• Part-time and job-sharing options available
• Supportive return-to-work environment

Inclusive culture

• Recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia
• Active employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity, Inclusive City, Young Professionals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander network
• Recognised family inclusive workplace
• Veteran employment supporter

Find out why a career at the City of Sydney might be right for you.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. We’re passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women.

All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds are encouraged to join us.

We’re a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us at ***********@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.auor 02 9265 9***.

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