Greater Dandenong City Council – Dandenong VIC

$70,811 - $75,186 a year

Full time, Permanent

14h ago , from Greater Dandenong City Council

Band 3 - $70,811 -$75,186 per annum (plus super, plant maintenance and industry allowance)

PermanentFull Time (2 positions)

AboutUs

Located35km to the southeast of Melbourne, Greater Dandenong City Council covers 129square kilometres and has a population of over 169,000 people. The centralactivities district is Melbourne's second largest retail and commercial centreand includes large shopping complexes at Dandenong and Keysborough as well asthe highly popular Dandenong Market.

GreaterDandenong City Council is the most culturally diverse locality in Australia,with residents from over 150 different birthplaces, nearly two-thirds of whomwere born overseas. Key industries include manufacturing, health care andsocial assistance, retail trade, wholesale trade and transport.

Weare a progressive organisation of exceptional character that offers a dynamicand rewarding work environment to approximately 900 employees. We recognisethat our staff are vital to the delivery of excellent service to our communityand the achievement of our long-term vision. We invest in the development ofour people, and we strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged,accountable, creative and honest.

Aboutthe role

The Civil Maintenance Unitwithin City Works is responsible for the inspection and maintenance of civilinfrastructure assets within the drainage, road & footpath networksthroughout the municipality.

The primary objectives of theposition are:

- Maintainthe City by undertaking labouring duties and operating CivilMaintenance plant and equipment and undertaking a range of associatedtasks in a secure, efficient, and courteous manner.
- Assist in the training of other CivilMaintenance team members or Agency staff as required.

Aboutyou





Tobe successful in this role, you will have demonstrated knowledge and understanding:

- Certificate III or IV in Civil Construction/LocalGovernment or related industry based training course or significant relevant experience in the Civil Maintenance industry,
- Demonstrated ability to operate a range of morecomplex Civil Maintenance plant and equipment in a safe and efficient mannerincluding undertaking routine daily maintenance of minor plant and equipment,
- Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively anddiligently both independently and in a team environment including supervising /coordinating and providing on the job training to other staff in order to meetdesired service outcomes,
- Demonstrated high levels of reliability andpunctuality working on a roster system along with a preparedness to work inadverse weather conditions,
- Current Victorian Heavy Rigid class Drivers Licence(or acceptable equivalent) and a certificate of competency for a relevant itemof plant, preferably along with a Spotter Certificate and/or ConstructionInduction (white card).

Please ensure you address the key selection criteriaoutlined in the position description as part of your application.

You may be required to undertake practical testing,work preference profiling / psychometric testing, functional capacityassessment (physical) or aptitude testing.





The successful candidate will be asked to produce aclear Working with Children Check and will be asked to consent to a nationalpolice check (and where relevant an ‘international criminal history check’),subject to the operation of spent conviction laws. Please note that people withcriminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position.Each application will be considered on its merits.

Benefits of working with us

Councilbelieves in providing an environment where staff thrive, both in the work theydo and in how they learn and develop as people and professionals.

Ourworkplace has an inclusive and diverse culture which encourages innovation andsupports your work and life balance. There are plenty of opportunities tolearn, develop and grow your career within our expanding and diverseorganisation.

Ourbenefits include

- Competitive salary
- Salary sacrifice childcare (whereavailable)
- Access to learning & developmentprograms including study assistance
- Reward & recognition programs
- Access to our support and wellbeingprograms
- A vibrant social club

For more information about our benefits, please visitour careers page:Working with Us

Council will considerflexible working arrangements for all positions. We embrace our diversecommunity and encourage applications from everyone including people ofAboriginal & Torres Strait Islander background, people of diverse sexualorientation and gender, people from culturally and linguistically diversebackgrounds, and people of varied age, ability, and faith. Council will givedue consideration to any workplace adjustments to accommodate the needs of anyprospective or existing staff member.

Council is committedto providing an inclusive and welcoming environment and promoting culturalsafety and wellbeing for children with zero tolerancefor child abuse and harm.

Applications close: 5pm, Tuesday, 1 September 2026Further information:Clint Foo 8571 5367

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📌 Civil Maintenance Officer x 2 (Greater Dandenong City)
🏢 Greater Dandenong City Council
📍 Greater Dandenong City