Cleansing Litter Garbage

Hours per week: 38

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

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