Manager Cleansing Services

The City of Parramatta is going through unprecedented change and transformation as we grow and transform into a Global City. The intensity of growth and investment in City of Parramatta means that Council, their partners, and community have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape the City's future and ensure it is culturally, socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable. 

About the role

As Manager Cleansing Services, you will lead and inspire a team while driving strategic and operational excellence in cleansing services, ensuring the community enjoys safe, and clean public spaces.
 

On a daily basis you will: 

• Oversee cleansing operations across public assets including stormwater pits, footpaths, amenities, and council bins
• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team, fostering innovation and service excellence
• Manage illegal dumping removal
• Develop and implement KPIs, budgets, and strategic plans aligned with Council's Operational Plan
• Engage with stakeholders and provide expert advice on cleansing initiatives

About You

You're a confident and capable people leader who thrives in a fast-paced operational environment.

You will also bring: 

• Extensive experience in asset or waste management with a proven track record of strategic delivery
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities across diverse operational teams
• Expertise in managing contractors and enforcing illegal dumping legislation
• High-level communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and drive continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Science, Operations Management, or a related discipline. 
• Current NSW Class C Driver's Licence

What's on offer

This is a permanent opportunity. 

We are offering an attractive remuneration from $ 153,911.34 to $ $170,614.86 plus 12% superannuation.

Participation in Council's Motor Vehicle Scheme will be discussed with the successful applicant. 

In addition City of Parramatta also offer excellent employee benefits which include: 

• Free onsite parking & onsite Gym
• 14 weeks paid parental leave
• Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Central Parramatta location (Public transport at our door, discounted parking)
• Significant leave benefits (3 additional leave days at Christmas, 15 days sick/personal leave, 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year)
• Learning and development opportunities
• Health and Wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport, flu shots, etc.) 

Want to know more? 

Review our Values Flyer which outlines Council's core values and behaviours. 

Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description. 
 

How to apply 

Candidates MUST apply online.

Please attach a Resume & Cover Letter of no more than two pages addressing the role specific responsibilities, qualifications and experience as per the Position Description. 

Applications close 9pm, Sunday 23 November 2025 and will not be accepted through any other medium.

 This position requires the preferred candidate to undergo a Criminal History Records check. A criminal history does not necessarily disqualify a prospective candidate from selection. 

The City of Parramatta supports a Drug and Alcohol-free working environment and employees may be subject to random testing as a result. 

Inclusion, Diversity and belonging lies at the heart of how we recruit at the City of Parramatta. We continue to commit to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experiences, and backgrounds. We invite candidates of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, ADF veterans, LGBTIQA+ and other culturally diverse groups.  We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.

Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights in Australia to apply for this position.