AddressWe are seeking multipleMulti Skilled Officers (Cleansing) to join our highly energetic and hard working Cleansing team based at the Keilor Depot.
We have 6 full time equivalent positions available and are open to filling these vacancies on a full time or part time basis.
Working hours are generally 5:30 am to 2 pm but if flexibility is needed, we are open to discussing your requirements and making reasonable adjustments to make the hours work for you.
The role
As a Multi Skilled Officer (Cleansing), you will play a vital part in maintaining the cleanliness of our roads and footpaths as well as preserving the presentation of our municipality.
Depending on the day, the role will see you working autonomously or in teams of 2-4 and with a strong focus on safety, your responsibilities will include:
- Operating plant and equipment ? see position description for a detailed list
- Completing pre-start checks on plant and equipment
- Reporting safety hazards and issues to the Supervisor
- Collaborate with team members to organise materials and complete allocated tasks
- Participating in tool box meetings and training
- Using your initiative and problem solving skills to complete allocated tasks
- Contributing ideas for changes and improvements in work practices to enhance safety and efficiency
About you
To succeed in this role, you will have:
- A 'can do' attitude and be able to work in line with our values of We are respectful, We find better ways, We act with integrity and We work together
- A current and valid driver's licence
- Ability to manage your own time and a strong customer service focus
- Good communication skills so you can liaise with general public and team members
- Willingness to work towards continuous improvement
- Availability to work overtime, weekends/nights (on a rotating roster)
- Skid Steer Loader Certificate of Competency or may be obtained during first six months with Council*
- Traffic Control & Worksite Traffic Management skills & qualifications or may be obtained during first six months with Council*
- Experience operating road & footpath sweepers or may be obtained during first six months with Council*.
- Spotters electrical safety awareness qualification or may be obtained during first six months with Council*
- Heavy or Medium Rigid Licence or may be obtained during first six months with Council*
*Please note, if these requirements are not met upon commencement, Council will provide required training and support.
The pre-employment process will involve reference checks, a police check and a medical check including drug and alcohol screening ? all organised by Council.
What you will get in return
- A competitive starting salary of $88,399 + super (pro rata for part time)
- If you don't already hold relevant tickets and experience, Council will provide support and training to obtain these
- Rostered day off (for full time staff)
- 36 hour full time working week
- 16 days of personal leave per year (for full time staff and pro rated for part time staff)
- 16 weeks paid parental leave (for full time staff and pro rated for part time staff)
- 3 weeks partner leave (for full time staff and pro rated for part time staff)
- Study support and leave
- Contribute to making a positive impact to your local community
- We welcome flexible working arrangements that work for both parties and help you achieve a balance between work and life!
- Opportunities to get involved in Council initiatives such as mentoring programs, leadership opportunities, peer support programs and many more
- Discounted membership to Council Leisure Centres
A Position Description for this role is attached. To apply, please include your updated Resume and Cover Letter. We look forward to receiving your application.
Please make sure your applications are submitted within the indicated closing date of this advertisement. All applications should be submitted online, if you face difficulties in doing so, please contact the hiring manager listed for this vacancy.
Brimbank City Council embraces our diverse community and work environment and encourages applications from everyone including people of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander background, people of diverse sexual orientation and gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of varied age, ability, and faith. Council will give due consideration to any workplace adjustments to accommodate the needs of any prospective or existing staff member. Brimbank City Council is a Child Safe organisation. Brimbank will implement all necessary measures to ensure a safe and supporting Council environment, which endeavours to promote child safe, child friendly practices.
Direct your queries regarding this role to Troy Parkinson. Cleansing Coordinator on 03 9249 4***.
To be eligible for employment at Brimbank City Council you must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident of Australia or be legally entitled to work in Australia
