The Opportunity
To efficiently operate Council’s Street Sweeper throughout Banana Shire to meet the required standards of maintenance of Council roads and requirements of Council’s Main Road maintenance contract.
About Us
Banana Shire is situated in Central Queensland, Australia located 120 km west of the growing industrial city and port of Gladstone - and an easy drive to the city of Rockhampton.
Our population is approximately 15,000 people spread over 28,577 square kilometres. Major industries in the area include Coal Mining, Power Generation, Beef Production, dryland cropping and irrigation such as Lucerne and Cotton.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Sweeping and cleaning of Council streets, gutters, storm water drains and other areas as directed or necessary, as per schedule
Ensure plant operation is of a high quality and consistent with manufacturer’s specifications
Conduct daily inspections and maintenance of plant, in accordance with operating procedures and record all checks in the Daily Inspection Book provided
Report any plant defects in the appropriate manner, i.e. defect form
Provide support in the operation of other plant and equipment as required
Carry out general labouring duties as required
Comply with Council operating procedures and site-specific work plans
Read and interpret basic plans and instructions
Implement traffic management plans as required
Liaise with workplace representatives and employees to continuously improve work practices
Contribute to the promotion of the image of the Council and the maximisation of good public relations
Liaise with other Council staff, the public, utility and government authorities in the performance of duties including providing and obtaining information
Undertake routine administrative tasks as required by the position e.g. Timesheets, fuel books
Assist to continuously improve work processes and develop practices as required
Participate in training exercises and response to disaster management and recovery as required
Participate in training both mandatory and elective when required
Report declared weeds to appropriate department
Perform wash downs of plant when exposed to weed declared areas or when required
Participate in Toolbox talks
Undertake other relevant duties as directed, consistent with skills, competence and training.
QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND LICENCE REQUIREMENTS
Compulsory
Queensland Class ‘HR’ manual driver’s licence
Hold or have ability to obtain Street Sweeping Ticket/Certification
Current General Construction Induction Card.
Desirable
Chemical handling certification
Competency in Traffic Management Implementation.
ABILITIES, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED
Compulsory
Experience in the effective operation of heavy vehicles within a maintenance or construction infrastructure environment
Have or have ability to obtain sufficient skills in the maintenance of street sweeping plant and equipment to ensure they are kept in good working condition
Demonstrated experience in the effective operation of heavy vehicles within a construction/maintenance infrastructure workplace
Sound literacy, numeracy and oral communication skills and ability undertake Learning and Development opportunities as required
Demonstrated ability to work alone under minimal supervision
Sound understanding of and commitment to EEO and WHS principles and practices
Desirable
Experience in the effective operation of street sweeping plant and equipment in a safe and efficient manner
Experience in the maintenance of street sweeping plant and equipment.
How to Apply
Information on how to apply is in our application package, which can be obtained from our website www.banana.qld.gov.au or by calling 07 4992 9500.
Applications close: 17 October 2025
📌 Street Sweeper Operator
🏢 Banana Shire Council
📍 Brisbane