• Permanent full-time position available!
• $66,910.63 - $79,964.83 pa + 11.5% Super
• Access to Council's 9-day fortnight RDO arrangement
• Lead a motivated waste team to ensure the efficient and high-quality street cleaning of Burwood

About us:

We are the City of transformation, we work as one team and value curiosity, courage and, excellence.

The Burwood Council area is a hub of Inner West Sydney and is identified as a Strategic Centre by the NSW State Government. It is a cosmopolitan destination with a thriving business and retail centre with a strong and vibrant future.

Our progressive community enjoys well designed public spaces, inclusive cultural events, intriguing laneways with impressive public art and an enviable restaurant and café scene,

At Burwood our people are our most important asset and central to achieving our exciting and ambitious Community Strategic Plan 2036.

Read on further if you would like to join us

Your Position:

Helps maintain the cleanliness and safety of Burwood's streets and public spaces by operating a medium-rigid street sweeper and supervising a small team.

Your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:-

• Overseeing and leading the Street Sweeping team by providing instruction and programs within set time frames
• Operating a truck-mounted street sweeper vehicle efficiently and effectively, ensuring swept streets, kerbs, gutters, car parks and other areas are clear of debris, leaf and general litter
• Assisting the Waste Coordinator with preparation of daily work routines and overseeing on-the-ground staff
• Providing daily tool box talks to staff on work schedules, safety and other matters
• Undertaking daily pre-start and end of shift heavy vehicle inspections and checks and completing required paperwork

To be successful in this role you will have:-

• Class MR Drivers Licence
• General Construction Induction Card (White Card)
• Experience driving a truck-mounted street sweeper vehicle
• Experience leading a waste team
• Availability to work out of hours and on weekends as required

Key Requirements:

• COVID-19 vaccination for all employees (2 Vaccines)
• Willingness to complete a National Police History Check (Where applicable)
• Willingness to complete a pre-employment health assessment (Where applicable)

Culture & Benefits:

• Access to Council's 9-day RDO arrangement
• Health & Well-being initiatives (ie flu vaccinations, skin checks, ability to join Fitness Passport)
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PPE supplied
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Annual award rate salary increase (where applicable)

Enquiries:

Further information regarding this role can be found in the Position Description or please contact Greg Panigas, Manager Waste & Cleansing on 02 9078 6131.

How to apply:

Please click on Apply now and follow the steps.

Applications are to include a resume and answers to the online questions.

Closing date:

Sunday, 29 June 2025 at 11:59 PM

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.