Waste Cleansing Services Officer

Recruitment Edge; Sydney; On-site; AUD 51,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Recruitment Edge is seeking a hands-on Cleansing Services Officer – Waste to work across Parramatta’s Local Government Area, keeping public spaces clean, safe and presentable for the community. You will perform cleansing and waste-related duties across council assets and facilities to meet service standards.

The role involves following schedules, assisting the supervisor and team, and contributing to safety and accuracy of records.

Qualifications

• Current NSW Class C driver's licence; MR licence desirable.
• Current White Card (Construction Induction).
• Current Traffic Control tickets (TCR and IMP), or willingness/ability to obtain before employment.
• Chemical Use AQF Level 3 qualification, or willingness/ability to obtain before employment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled cleansing and waste-related works across public areas within Parramatta’s LGA.
• Inspect public spaces and Council assets to identify hazards, maintenance issues and potential risks.
• Follow work schedules and service standards to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and on time.
• Maintain a strong focus on workplace health and safety, including the safe use of tools, equipment and materials.
• Complete required administrative tasks and maintain accurate records.
• Adapt to changing priorities and assist other operational teams during wet weather, emergencies and other service requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve work practices, procedures and service delivery.
• Provide professional and courteous service to the community while representing Council.

Education

Driver's license (C)

MR licence desirable

White Card (Construction Induction)

Traffic Control tickets (TCR/IMP)

Chemical Use AQF Level 3

Job description

Are you hands-on, reliable and passionate about keeping public spaces clean, safe and presentable? We are seeking a motivated Cleansing Services Officer – Waste to join the team.

This is an opportunity to contribute to the cleanliness and appearance of Local Council public spaces, helping maintain a welcoming environment for the local community.

Posted:20 Oct 2026

Location:Western suburbs

Category:Trades & Services

Type:Temporary

Salary:Per Hour $43.14

Are you hands-on, reliable and passionate about keeping public spaces clean, safe and presentable? We are seeking a motivated Cleansing Services Officer – Waste to join the team.

This is an opportunity to contribute to the cleanliness and appearance of Local Council public spaces, helping maintain a welcoming environment for the local community.

About the Role

Working across Parramatta’s Local Government Area (LGA), you will undertake a range of cleansing and waste-related duties to maintain public areas, Council assets and facilities to the required service standards.

You will work closely with your supervisor and wider operational team to complete scheduled works, identify maintenance and safety issues, and ensure public spaces are maintained to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled cleansing and waste-related works across public areas within Parramatta’s LGA.

• Inspect public spaces and Council assets to identify hazards, maintenance issues and potential risks.

• Follow work schedules and service standards to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and on time.

• Maintain a strong focus on workplace health and safety, including the safe use of tools, equipment and materials.

• Complete required administrative tasks and maintain accurate records.

• Adapt to changing priorities and assist other operational teams during wet weather, emergencies and other service requirements.

• Identify opportunities to improve work practices, procedures and service delivery.

• Provide professional and courteous service to the community while representing Council.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• A strong work ethic and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

• Good communication, time management and organisational skills.

• The ability to follow instructions, work schedules and established safety procedures.

• A practical, proactive approach to identifying issues and solving problems.

• The flexibility to adapt to changing workloads and operational requirements.

• A commitment to maintaining clean, safe and presentable public spaces.

Essential Criteria:

• Current NSW Class C driver's licence; a Class MR licence is desirable.

• Current White Card (Construction Induction).

• Current Traffic Control tickets (TCR and IMP), or willingness and ability to obtain these before confirmation of employment.

• Chemical Use AQF Level 3 qualification, or willingness and ability to obtain this before confirmation of employment.

At Recruitment Edge we strive to create an environment that values and celebrates diversity in all its forms. We are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and we actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.