The Senior Civil Crew Member (City Presentation), based at the Oak Flats Services Depot, plays a crucial role in the operation of specialised plant equipment, including a large streetsweeper, while leading and executing a range of civil maintenance activities. This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about contributing to the construction and maintenance of our city's assets and ensuring a pristine presentation of public spaces.

Your expertise will help shape the city's landscape through activities such as concreting, drainage, road repairs and more. If you're ready to take on recent challenges, expand your skills and make a real impact in the community, we want to hear from you!

About you:

We are seeking motivated individuals who are ready to make a difference. If you have the following qualifications and experience, we encourage you to apply:

- Certificate III in Civil Construction and Maintenance or equivalent qualifications.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in civil maintenance and construction.
- Proven ability to operate a large streetsweeper and hold a current MR license.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a customer service focus.
- Ability to work independently while effectively prioritising tasks within a team environment.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation related to environmental and workplace safety.
- Willingness to obtain necessary certifications during the probationary period.

We offer:

Shellharbour City Council offers a high performing and sustainable organisation to deliver outcomes for the community through leadership, collaboration and innovation. We have exciting, rewarding career opportunities and flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work/life balance.

- Permanent full time, 38 hours per week with the opportunity to work a 9 day fortnight
- Commencing salary range from $64,867 - $71,619 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience)
- Plus 12% superannuation




- Plus Adverse Working Conditions Allowance - Level 1
- Plus benefits including novated leasing, retail discounts, corporate fitness programs, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support & Learning & Development opportunities
- Plus Annual Award Increases & Bi-annual bonus payments & weekly pay run
- Plus a range of local government benefits, including LSL after 5 years, one week 'My Leave', health & wellbeing initiatives as well as generous parental leave entitlements.

Please Note:

- You will need to complete a Pre-placement Medical Assessment

For further information about the position, click here for the position description.

Contact: Nick Graham, Acting Team Coordinator City Presentation on 04•• ••• 396

Closing date: Monday, 5 October 2026 at 11:30pm.

About us:

Shellharbour City, located in the Illawarra region, is just 80 minutes south of Sydney and is home to over 86,000 people in a city that spans 154 square kilometres. It's an area of great natural beauty - stretching west from the picturesque coastline to rolling pastures, set against the majestic backdrop of the Illawarra escarpment.

Our dedication to be financially sustainable in an evolving environment, while striving for a great organisational culture and committing to employing staff who embrace our core values, has made Shellharbour City Council an employer of choice.

We have been recognised with numerous state and national awards in recent times, including eight wins for our First Nations Community the Yirran Muru (many pathways) playspace,



as well as being presented as winners in the NSW Landscape Architecture Awards, Regional Achievement Awards, and Parks and Leisure Australia Regional Awards of Excellence.

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Shellharbour City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values the unique strengths and talents of all people. Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.

At Shellharbour City Council we promote respect at work as a fundamental right for all and strive to create a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. This commitment extends to the promotion of the rights of all children and young people to be safe from harm when interacting with our services and spaces. Our values, Collaboration, Accountability, Integrity, Respect and Sustainability underpin all we do.

Your decision to apply for a role at Shellharbour City Council is the first step in acknowledging your alignment to our values and aspirations to create a great workplace.

📌 Senior Civil Crew Member (City Presentation) (Shellharbour)
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