Civil Maintenance Officer

• Your work matters, you'll help keep the community safe, connected, and moving.
• 9 day fortnight, more time for what matters to you.
• Varied tasks and machinery keep things interesting.
• $65,872 - $71,269 + allowances + super
• Pakenham location

About The Opportunity
If you enjoy working outdoors, getting stuck into hands-on work, and being part of a team that keeps the community running, this is the job for you. You'll operate machinery, maintain roads and drainage, and help build the infrastructure that locals rely on every day. It's a role where your work is seen, appreciated, and makes a real difference.

You'll be supported by experienced professionals who take pride in mentoring their team and helping each person grow and succeed.

You will make an impact by

• Keeping roads, drains, and public spaces safe and well-maintained.
• Operating gear like excavators, skid steers, and street sweepers.
• Pitching in with manual tasks like digging, lifting, and raking.
• Looking after the tools and machinery, you use every day.
• Helping make sure worksites are safe for everyone.

What You Will Bring

• A current minimum license required is a Heavy Rigid Victorian Driver Licence (or willingness to upgrade—we'll support you with paid time).
• Construction Induction Card (White Card).
• A solid work ethic and interest in civil maintenance or machinery.
• Ability to work well in a team and follow instructions.
• Basic tech skills—comfortable using a tablet to check schedules or messages.
• Experience and qualifications in plant and equipment operation (excavator, skid steer, etc.).
• A strong focus on safety and doing the job right.

Please note, you will also need to

• Commit to obtaining -within 3 months of being eligible- an upgrade to a Heavy Combination Victorian Driver Licence category.
• Cardinia will allow paid work time to achieve this but will not reimburse any costs.

We know that great teams are made up of people with different backgrounds and experiences. If you've worked in civil maintenance, construction, or machinery operation and are looking for a role where you can grow and be supported by experienced leaders, we'd love to hear from you. Women and people from all walks of life are strongly encouraged to apply.

Why work with us

• Opportunities to work on innovative and impactful initiatives that make a real difference to the community.
• Professional development opportunities, including training and education programs, and leadership development initiatives.
• A commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, with initiatives to reduce the Council's carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices in the community.
• A focus on work-life balance, with programs and initiatives designed to support employees' physical and mental well-being.
• Discover these benefits and how we support and value our employees throughout their career journey.  Click here.

To apply

• Please complete the online application form, including your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role.
• For further information regarding the role, please contact Daniel Rodek, Team Leader Civil Maintenance, or refer to the position description.

Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application by contacting us on
All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Check and pre-employment medicals. Certain positions may also require a Financial Background Check, Traffic Check or Working with Children Check.
You must have valid Australian Working Rights to be considered for this role.