Waste and Cleansing Labourer/ Operator

Careers at Council; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Well-being initiatives

Fitness Passport

Access to Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Burwood Council in Sydney's Inner West is seeking an outdoors-focused labourer to help keep streets and public areas clean and safe. You will work as part of a team, handle litter collection and bulky item removal, and operate street cleaning tools and a sweeper vacuum.

A C‑Class licence and White Card are essential, with rostered early shifts and weekend availability. You will also assist with vehicle maintenance and follow Safe Work Method Statements, contributing to a vibrant, well‑kept

Qualifications

• General Construction Induction Card (White Card) is required.
• Current C Class Driver's Licence is required.
• Experience operating waste collection or street cleaning equipment or willingness to learn.
• Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment.
• Sufficient literacy and numeracy to read Safe Work Method Statements and signage.
• Availability to work out of hours and on weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Working as a team member undertaking labouring duties including removal of illegal dumping and collection of bulky items.
• Street cleaning using handheld mechanical equipment and cleaning of public litter bins.
• Using equipment such as litter pickers, handheld blowers, brooms and sweeper attachments.
• Driving C-Class vehicles and towing equipment in line with NSW road rules and safety statements.
• Carry out minor vehicle maintenance and daily inspections of fuels, oil and water.

Education

General Construction Induction Card (White Card)

C Class Driver's Licence

Job description

• Be part of a high-performing team, working outdoors and making a difference in the community
• Rostered working hours 3.04am - 12.00pm Monday to Friday

About us

Recently named Australia’s Coolest Neighbourhood by TimeOut, Burwood is a diverse, creative and globally connected community at the
heart of Sydney’s Inner West.

Recognised as a Strategic Centre by the NSW State Government,
Burwood is a thriving destination known for its vibrant streets, distinctive
public spaces, bold public art, and one of Sydney’s most exciting dining and
café scenes. From cultural festivals and laneway activations to major
streetscape improvements and city-shaping projects, Burwood is a place on the
move with a strong and vibrant future.

At Burwood Council, we are the City of Transformation. We
work as one team and are guided by our values of curiosity, courage and
excellence.

Behind this momentum is a Council that believes
its people are its greatest asset. Our team plays a vital role in delivering
the ambitious vision set out in the Burwood Community Strategic Plan 2036,
shaping how the city grows, how it is experienced, and how it is seen by the
world

Your Position

If you enjoy working outdoors, taking pride in your work, being part of a team, and keeping our streets and public areas clean and safe, this role is for you.

Your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:-

• Working
  as a team member undertaking labouring duties such as, but not limited to,
  removal of illegal dumping, collection of bulky household item, street
  cleaning using handheld mechanical equipment, and emptying and cleaning of
  public litter bins
• Using
  equipment and tools such as, but not limited to, litter pickers, handheld
  blowers, brooms, brushes and sweeper vehicle vacuum attachments
• Driving
  C-Class vehicles and towing of equipment in accordance with NSW Road Rules
  & Regulations and approved safe work method statements
• Carry
  out minor maintenance of vehicles including washing and daily inspection
  of fuels, oil and water

To be successful in this role you will have

• General
  Construction Induction Card (White Card)
• Current
  C Class Driver's Licence
• Experience
  operating waste collection or street cleaning equipment or willingness to
  learn
• Demonstrated
  ability to work within a team environment
• Sufficient
  literacy and numeracy skills to understand and follow worksite
  documentation such as Safe Work Method Statements, and read and follow
  maps and signage
• Availability
  to work out of hours and on weekends as required

Key Requirements

• Willingness to complete a National Police History Check (where applicable)
• Willingness to complete a pre-employment health assessment
• Local Government working experience an advantage
• Rostered Day Off arrangements
• Health & Well-being initiatives (i.e. flu vaccinations, skin checks)
• Fitness Passport membership
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Enquiries

Further information regarding this role can be found in the
Position Description or please contact John Ventura on (02) 9078 6***.

At Burwood Council we celebrate diversity, value inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We are committed to creating an environment where every member of our team feels respected, supported and inspired to contribute their unique skills and talents for a better Burwood.

In serving our community, we are also proud to be a child safe organisation.