Base salary from $58,096.01 - $72,035.91 + super + additional allowances up to $6,203.00 p.a.

Conveniently based at the Alexandria Integrated Facility with free onsite parking

Monday to Friday, 5am to 1pm

About the role

Woollahra Council is seeking to employ a motivated and reliable Operational Worker to join the Street Cleaning team on a permanent full-time basis.

Working together in a small team, you will be required to perform street cleaning duties, clean-up collection and weeding services to maintain the streets and footpaths throughout the Woollahra Council Local Government Area.

This role is based out our Alexandria Integrated Facility (AIF) depot and commences at 5:00am. You will also be entitled to an additional Clean up Allowance in addition to your normal rate of pay, when required to complete clean up collection duties.

About you

To be successful in the role, you will have a good work ethic, enjoy working collaboratively as part of a team and take pride in your work. You will enjoy getting your hands dirty and be physically able to undertake the demands of the role.

Essential Criteria

Current HR Driver’s Licence or willing to obtain within the first 3 months of employment.

Currently hold or able to successfully obtain a Construction Induction White Card.

Proven ability to perform labouring duties including heavy lifting on a regular basis.

Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.

Ability to work in a flexible manner.

Demonstrated experience and ability to work cooperatively as part of a team.

Proven ability to carry out work in accordance with established policies and procedures, as directed to the required standards in a safe and efficient manner.

Proven performance and ability to achieve objectives and successfully meet project targets.

Understanding of and commitment to WHS and EEO policies.

Ability to demonstrate a commitment to Council’s values.

Desirable Criteria

Experience with left hand drive vehicles.

Experience driving a mechanical suction machine.

What’s in it for you?

We promote equal access to opportunities within the organisation and we pride ourselves on creating a safe and engaging working environment.

We are dedicated to looking after our staff, because if we look after our people, we will be better placed to look after our community.

Eligible staff will be entitled to some of the following benefits:

Subsidised gym membership through Fitness Passport with access to 810+ fitness facilities

Generous personal leave provisions (E.g. Long Service Leave after 5 years’ of continuous service, Parental Leave, Health & Wellbeing Days, Study Leave)

High quality learning and development opportunities

Reward and Recognition Program

How to apply

Apply on line by clicking the link below.

You will be asked to demonstrate how you meet each of the selection criteria.

If you have a separate statement addressing the selection criteria, please upload it as a cover letter and simply refer to it in the online questionnaire.

You will be able to upload 2 documents only.

For information on applying for Council jobs, please refer to http://www.woollahra.nsw.gov.au/council/employment/recruitment_and_selection_process.

For further information about the role, please contact Mathew Sheppard, Coordinator Business Centres and Street Cleaning, on 02 9391 7986 during business hours.

Our preference is for applications to be submitted online, however, we will accept hard copy applications addressed to Human Resources, Woollahra Council, PO Box 61, Double Bay, NSW, 1360.

CLOSING DATE: 11:59pm Sunday, 15 June 2025

Woollahra Council is committed to responding to its responsibilities under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 in undertaking all measures that are reasonably practical to ensure the health and safety of all our workers. As of 1st December 2021, new employees must be fully vaccinated (minimum two doses) with an approved COVID-19 vaccine and provide evidence seven days prior to commencement.

Should an applicant indicate that they wish to seek an exemption on medical or other grounds, they will need to provide evidence of their circumstances such as an accepted certified medical contraindication.

Woollahra Council is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

We are committed to reconciliation and strongly encourage all applicants, including, but not limited to, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, young people, mature aged workers, LGBTIQ and other minority groups to apply.

If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.