Street Cleansing Labourer

Please view the below documents for this position:

• Position Description
• Inherent Requirements
• Benefits

This role is an integral part of contributing to a safe community and positive environmental impacts within the City of Stonnington. The Street Cleaning Driver Labourer is responsible for providing a high-quality street cleaning service to maintain the cleanliness of the streets and precinct areas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain the cleanliness of public roads, streets, laneways and carparks by carrying out all street cleaning duties scheduled
• Effective and efficient cleaning of streets and laneways manually using brooms, rakes and shovels
• Perform manual handling tasks such as lifting, digging, raking, sweeping and using mechanical tools
• Effective and efficient operation of large, medium and small street cleaning vehicle as required in a safe, competent and responsible manner in accordance with Road Traffic Regulations
• Ensure the vehicle in use is maintained in good condition and any defects are reported to the Workshop and are entered into the vehicle log book
• Clean and ensure the vehicle in use is maintained in good condition and any defects are reported to Fleet Management and entered into the vehicle maintenance register
• Work with the Team Leader and report an incomplete works
• Maintain good relationships with residents, traders, the general public and other Council departments, and represent Council by promoting a good image as a unit.
• Report any incidences/accidents to the Team Leader
• Ensure appropriate safety and protective equipment is utilised to carry out works safely

Join us in this full-time permanent role, offering a competitive salary of $ 74,142.28 plus 12% superannuation. 

To be suitable for this position you will be a positive team player who is able to maintain the cleanliness of the City of Stonnington community while ensuring community, team and personal safety is taken into consideration each day.

What you’ll need to succeed:

• Knowledge of and the ability to operate street cleaning plant and equipment.
• Knowledge of safe Manual Handling Techniques and Occupational Health and Safety.
• Basic knowledge and use of hand tools
• Skills in managing time, planning and organising one’s own work to achieve agreed objectives
• Ability to follow instructions and work with limited supervision
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with management, staff and customers concerning information needs.
• Ability to work and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Current valid motor vehicle Drivers Licence
• Basic knowledge of the use of hand tools.
• Ability to follow OHS policies and procedures.
• Physical ability to perform the work.
• Flexibility to ensure targets are met within an adequate timeframe.

Enquiries
For enquiries relating to the role, please contact Gerard Bensted, Team Leader Street Cleaning on gbensted@stonnington.vic.gov.au 
For enquiries relating to the system and the application process, please contact a member of the Talent Acquisition team on 8290 1333. 

Submitting your application 
In your cover letter, we invite you to demonstrate how your skills and experience align with the requirements outlined in the Position Description, and to share what draws you to the opportunity to work with the City of Stonnington 
The City of Stonnington is a child-safe, equal opportunity employer valuing diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Here at the City of Stonnington we aspire to be a leading local government authority and to do this we need the very best people who share our belief in community and who want to make a difference. We value everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. We provide an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to thrive and be authentic. There is a variety of offerings available for our people, have a look at “Why Stonnington”.

If you have any support or access requirements or would like to speak to someone about employment please contact Council’s Talent Acquisition team on 8290 1333.

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