Sweeper and Cleansing Operator
Permanent full-time
38 hours per week, rotating morning shift (3:00am - 12:00pm) and afternoon shift (11:45am – 8:45pm)
Salary: $75,841 – $78,562 per annum + penalties + 12% super
Benefits:
• 9 Day fortnight
• 5 weeks of annual leave per year
• Health and Wellbeing program
• Access to Fitness passport
• Superannuation co-contribution options
• 17.5% leave loading
The City is committed to serving our community and making a positive impact on our local environment. We aim to do this through our culture, whereby we are inclusive, make a difference through bringing creativity and innovative thinking, collaborate to create better outcomes, and show integrity by doing the right thing.
The City of Fremantle is currently seeking suitably experienced Sweeper and Cleansing Operators to support the delivery of its planned Waste and Street Cleansing program. This role operates on a rotating morning and afternoon shift roster, with safe break times.
The Waste and Cleansing teams undertake a variety of tasks to ensure a vibrant and welcoming City for residents and visitors alike, including footpath sweeping, road sweeping, high pressure cleaning, scrubbing, waste collection, bin cleaning and removal of illegal dumping.
The City's Waste and Cleansing team provide high level of street cleansing and public area amenity operating 7 days per week with a morning (3:00am -12:00pm) and afternoon (11:45am – 8:45pm) shift Monday through Friday, and a morning shift on weekends.
Key responsibilities include:
• Operating a range of plant and equipment including large mechanical sweepers, compact sweepers and scrubbers, footpath steamers, and whirly bird to deliver high-quality street and footpath cleaning services.
• Safe handling and application of cleaning agents and chemicals in accordance with safety procedures and environmental guidelines.
• Working collaboratively with the Leading Hand and as part of a small team of six to maintain a clean and presentable City environment.
• Conducting daily plant checks, basic maintenance, and ensuring equipment is clean, operational, and safely stored.
• Responding to cleansing service requests and completing tasks efficiently, with a focus on public safety, cleanliness, and attention to detail.
• Collection and disposal of general waste and illegal dumping.
To be considered for this position, you will need:
• A current and valid HR (Heavy Rigid) driver's licence.
• A strong work ethic with a commitment to safety and quality service delivery in accordance with the City's Service Level Agreement (SLA).
• The ability to work effectively as part of a small team and follow instructions from a Leading Hand.
• A willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions and undertake physical tasks.
• Good communication skills and a positive, proactive attitude.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively to ensure the City's public spaces remain clean, safe, and well-maintained.
The City of Fremantle promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people. The City encourages people of all ages, genders, and abilities, Aboriginal Australians and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this job.
If you have any access needs that may require reasonable adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, please get in touch with the contact below. If you are an Aboriginal person or a person with a Disability who would like assistance with your application, please contact the Jobs and Skills Centre on
Application Instructions:
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Applicants should provide a current curriculum vitae and a two-page (maximum) cover letter in .pdf format. You do not need to address the selection criteria. Your CV and cover letter should demonstrate how your skills and experience make you a suitable candidate for the advertised position.The estimated closure date is 5pm on Sunday 15th of March, but we reserve the right to close the ad prior to this date.
To discuss this opportunity in more detail please contact Luke Williams on
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.