Job Title:Infrastructure Cleansing OfficerLocation:Local Council

Employment Type:Casual (38hrs a week, with potential for full-time permanent positions)

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable and motivated Infrastructure Cleansing Officer to help maintain the cleanliness and appearance of our city. This hands-on role involves operating mechanical plant and equipment, performing a variety of cleansing and maintenance tasks, and delivering high-quality service to the community. Working as part of a dedicated team, you will contribute to a clean, safe and welcoming setting while upholding organisational standards and safety procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide effective cleansing of managed public outdoor areas which includes townships, shopping centres, civic facilities, car parks, footpaths, shared paths, laneways and other various areas within the municipality.
- Carry out programmed and reactive inspections of infrastructure.
- Operate various footpath sweeping and other mechanical sweeping and cleaning devices.
- Collect and dispose of dead animals, hazards, general dumped waste and transport and move a range of materials.
- Assist in the general maintenance and enhancement of a variety of civil infrastructure and facilities.
- Exercise initiative to respond flexibly to situations that may arise within public areas to maintain high standards of cleanliness and appearance.
- Perform manual handling tasks such as lifting, digging, raking, and sweeping and the use of mechanical and electrical tools.
- Correctly use and maintain plant and equipment provided, including personal protective equipment, in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and workplace health and safety policies, procedures and practices.
- Operate vehicles and tow plant as required in a safe, competent and responsible manner in accordance with the Road Traffic Regulations and Policies.




- Embrace and use current equipment to assist in the provision of services.
- Maintain good working relationships and deal cooperatively with team members and members of the public.
- Assist other team members from within the team and in other teams in general operations and maintenance functions.
- Carry out other duties as directed by Cleansing Coordinator within the skills and abilities of a position at this level.

Key Requirements:

- Current Victorian Driver’s Licence (HR Licence preferred).
- Proven ability to safely and efficiently operate medium mechanical plant and equipment.
- Experience performing routine maintenance on minor plant and equipment.
- Ability to work diligently, follow established procedures and use discretion when required.
- Strong reliability, punctuality and teamwork skills.
- Effective communication skills with the ability to engage courteously with the public.
- Basic administrative and computer skills.
- Ability to work in adverse weather conditions and participate in rostered shifts, including weekends, public holidays and potential 24-hour rotating shifts.
- Flexibility in responding to changing work tasks, schedules and operational demands.

Licences and Experience:

- Experience in township cleansing activities or similar activities in a busy environment.
- Basic knowledge and experience of graffiti removal.
- Knowledge of the use and safe handling of a variety of solvents, cleaners, waste and sharps disposal.
- Demonstrated experience in the operation of light mobile plant, trucks and material handling equipment.
- Base level mechanical skills to enable general identification of equipment faults and failures and the ability to undertake standard maintenance and minor repair activity.

Pre Employment Checks:

- Working With Children Check to be obtained prior to commencement
- Police Check to be obtained prior to commencement

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