▷ (15h Left) Cleansing Litter Garbage & Sanitary

Remuneration: Band 2 salary from $73,668.75 per annum plus superannuation and a fortnightly RDO

Location: Hoppers Crossing based

About the role

This role forms part of the Assets and Roads cleansing workforce carrying out allocated tasks to specified standards and schedules in order to meet agreed productivity and quality standards.

The successful candidate will be predominantly placed within the Garbage team, however at times will be required to assist in other cleansing teams.

The team is looking for an energetic person to assist in keeping Wyndham clean. Ideally, you are someone who enjoys working in growing community to keep Open Space reserves clean and tidy.

What your day will look like

- Providing a rapid response service as required

- Being responsible for the care of plant, tools and equipment, and to fulfill daily allocated tasks. Report any observed road maintenance issues (e.g. potholes, missing pit lids, apply absorbent to spills etc.)

- Providing traffic control for other crews as required

- Monitoring and reporting items of vehicular maintenance

- Performing daily maintenance of vehicle and plant

What you will bring

- Ability to plan and fulfill daily allocated tasks

- A current Victorian Drivers licence including Truck licence (up to 13.9T)

- Demonstrated competency in the use of small plant and truck mounted crane

- Ability to understand and work to a schedule and plans

- Experience in cleansing or other outdoor maintenance works

- Demonstrated understanding of OH&S including manual handling and the need to ensure good posture and precautions when working

- Sound interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written

If you progress past the interview stage, you may be required to complete pre-employment screening, which may include police checks, a medical, qualification verification, and an Australian work rights check.

Why join Wyndham

We are one of Australia’s fastest growing and most diverse cities.

By 2040, we will have more than 500,000 residents and our people are hard at work designing the precincts, building the infrastructure, developing the policies and delivering the programs that will ensure the City is prepared.

Look at our job opportunities and you may be surprised at what you discover: a future-focused culture, a sense of purpose and possibility, and real opportunities to strengthen our diverse community. It all adds up to make Wyndham City a great place to belong.

Our people are our most valued asset. We are focused on building a culture that empowers every person to do their best work. Flexibility is built right into our DNA and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that celebrates a diverse workforce.

How to apply

Please apply online by submitting your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role via the provided link.

Applications close at 11:59PM on Sunday, 2 November 2025.

If you have further role‑specific questions, please contact Darren Roberts, Area Leader Cleansing & Drainage on 8734 2781.

Wyndham City Council is committed to providing a recruitment experience that is fair, inclusive, and accessible. If you have specific accessibility needs or general recruitment enquiries, please contact our Careers team via careers@wyndham.vic.gov.au or 03 9394 6860.

Child Safe Organisation

Wyndham City Council has zero tolerance to any form of child abuse and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children. We create and maintain a child safe organisation which is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees, volunteers and contractors. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a culture of safety within the Council, which includes the inclusion and empowerment of Aboriginal children, their families, and communities. Our recruitment practices reflect this.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Wyndham City Council we value workforce diversity and inclusion and embrace individual uniqueness. We value diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, while providing high‑quality services to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexuality.

Wyndham has one of the largest Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in the Western Region, with a rich and diverse history. We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background. To read more about Wyndham City’s Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan, pleasevisitour website .

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