Public Space Cleaner (6 month contract)

Australia
Temporary
Full-time

6 days ago

Public Space Cleaner (6 Month Contract)Help keep the Sutherland Shire clean, green, and welcoming!

Join a supportive and friendly team that values your contribution
Flexible 7-day roster to suit your lifestyle
Make a real impact in your local community
Work with a safety-first, customer-focused organisation

Welcome to Sutherland Shire Council!
We’re proud to deliver high-quality Waste Management and Cleansing services that protect and enhance our stunning natural environment. Our team is passionate about keeping public spaces clean, safe, and enjoyable for everyone.As part of our crew, you’ll help maintain parks, streets, and public areas across the Shire. We work together with purpose, pride, and a strong sense of community.Your Role as a Public Space CleanerIn this hands-on role, you’ll be responsible for keeping our parks, town centres, and public spaces clean and inviting. From litter collection to bin management and spot cleaning, your work helps create a pleasant environment for residents and visitors.You’ll follow Council’s safety and hygiene standards while operating cleaning equipment and working efficiently in busy public areas.What We’re Looking ForWe’re seeking someone who’s reliable, team-oriented, and ready to roll up their sleeves!You’ll need:

A valid Class C Driver’s Licence
Previous cleaning experience and a customer-focused attitude
Physical fitness to handle manual tasks
Basic computer skills for task recording and communication

If you’re a good communicator, eager to learn, and enjoy working outdoors, we’d love to hear from you!Join our Team and Grow with Us!If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!

Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
Get your application in by 11.59pm: Monday 15 September 2025
Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of closing
Package: From $61,515 gross p.a. plus 11.5% superannuation
Hours of work: Temporary full time (up to 6 months) 38 hours per week with a 9 day fortnight over a 7 day spread
To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.Click on the link to check out theReach out to Kevin Clark, Infrastructure Duty Officer for any job specific enquiries.
Melanie SIlburn, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, , can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government’s Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.Apply NowPrivacy AcknowledgmentSutherland Shire Council (Council) adheres to The Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998 NSW when collecting, using and storing your personal information, and is committed to ensuring the privacy of your personal information. Council is collecting your personal information as part of the recruitment and selection process and advises your application will be hosted by an external service provider under contract by Council. By proceeding with your application, you acknowledge your personal information will be hosted by Councils’ external service provider until such time as you notify otherwise. * Yes I agree to the privacy statement*Personal Details * Required field * First name*

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(Please click on your profile and copy the URL from your profile page.)QuestionsPlease confirm that you have read the position description and meet all essential qualification/licence requirements of the role. * Please note that you will be required to provide evidence of these as part of the recruitment process.* * Yes I meet all essential qualification/licence requirements of the role

No I do not meet this requirement
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Are you a current employee of Sutherland Shire Council? * * Yes

Have you previously been employed by Sutherland Shire Council? * * Yes

Please confirm your rights to work in Australia:* * Permanent Resident or Citizen of Australia or New Zealand

Temporary Resident or Visa Holder
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Please detail your experience in outdoor cleaning (CBD's, Parks & Reserves) and your level of computer skills.*
How do you prioritise safety and customer service in your work, particularly when performing manual tasks in public areas?*
What makes you the standout candidate?*
Should you be successful with your application, will you be engaging in other employment (including paid or unpaid ) that is outside of Sutherland Shire Council, or in addition to existing employment with Sutherland Shire Council? If yes, please disclose details. (Note: Secondary Employment must be approved by Sutherland Shire Council's CEO prior to any offer of employment).*

As part of this recruitment process you may be required to participate in pre employment screening which may include but not limited to the following ; Functional Assessment, Reference Checking, Working with Children Check, Qualification or Work Rights Verification, skills assessments & Covid-19 Vaccination immunisation requirements. Do you understand and acknowledge this requirement?* * Yes

Are you fully vaccinated (minimum two doses) with an approved COVID-19 vaccine and can provide Council with evidence of vaccination, or an accepted certified medical contraindication? Council reserves the right to confirm the validity of medical contraindications in accordance with NSW Health Guidelines. * * Yes I am fully vaccinated

Yes I have an accepted certified medical contraindication
No I have neither
Please advise of any possible conflict of interest which may need to be considered as part of your application. Do you have any relationship with employee/s that are current or have previously been associated with Sutherland Shire Council? This may be a partner, parent, sibling, friend, neighbour and/or previous work colleague. If yes, please disclose details. (Please note: Conflict of interest must be appropriately managed to ensure a consistent and fair recruitment process for all candidates).

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