Cleansing Officer

We offer real work life balance and benefits that count. Depending on your role, you may have access to a 4 day compressed week or 9 day fortnight, generous leave provisions including Wellness Leave and up to 3 days of end of year shutdown leave, and discounts through Fitness Passport, Solstice Energy, MyState Bank, Launceston Aquatic Centre and the QVMAG Gift Shop. You'll also get access to Flare Benefits, with retail discounts and novated leasing options, plus a free EAP, discounted health insurance through St Luke's Health and BUPA, and more.

The hands-on work that keeps Launceston liveable

You'll be part of the crew that keeps Launceston's streets, parks and public spaces clean, safe and ready for the community every day. Working across City Operations, you'll operate specialised cleansing vehicles and equipment and keep an eye out for hazards as you go. It's hands on, outdoors and genuinely useful work, the kind that makes a visible difference to how our city looks and feels. You'll be backed by a close-knit team that takes safety seriously and looks out for each other.

Key responsibilities of this position include: 

• Carry out day to day cleansing and waste management duties across our streets, parks and public spaces

• Operate and maintain specialised cleansing vehicles, plant and equipment to a safe standard

• Identify hazards, respond to incidents and help build a strong safety culture across the team

• Take part in the after hours on call roster, helping keep council services running during emergencies and severe weather

About You

We are looking for someone who demonstrates, through behaviour, an alignment and an understanding of Our Values and has the following qualifications, skills and experience: 

• Sound understanding of workplace safety, with the ability to identify and respond to hazards and emergencies in an operational environment

• Excellent customer service skills, including confident conflict resolution and problem solving

• Practical knowledge and application of waste management principles

• Ability to work one weekend per month

• Current Class MR driver's licence, or the ability to obtain one

• Holder of a Construction Industry White Card, and willingness to undertake Hepatitis A/B immunisation given the nature of the work

About the City of Launceston  

The City of Launceston is Tasmania's largest council and an award-winning Employer of Choice. Launceston is deeply connected to our history and natural beauty, and will thrive as Northern Tasmania’s economic, cultural, and culinary heart. With a commitment to diverse housing, sustainability, economic growth and innovation, we’re building a city where people feel connected, businesses succeed, and the environment flourishes. Launceston is a place to live, work, play, visit and belong. Be part of a city shaping its future.

At the City of Launceston, diversity isn’t just something we celebrate — it’s key to our success. We’re committed to creating an inclusive, flexible and supportive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed and contribute to something bigger — our community.

City of Launceston adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people.

If you are interested, for further information and instructions on how to apply please visit the careers page of our website at Careers - City of Launceston and download the Employment Information Pack for this position.

For further information specific to this role, please contact Peter Lawrence, Coordinator Cleansing Services on 0457 861 ***, or **************@launceston.tas.gov.au

Your application should include a Cover Letter, your current Resume and a statement (maximum two pages) addressing the highlighted Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description section of the Employment Information Pack. You must address the Selection Criteria to be eligible for interview.

Applications Closing Wednesday 2 September 2026