Municipal Maintenance Officer

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia City Of Hobsons Bay Full time

**Altona location, at our Operations Centre - Sugargum Drive**:

- **Permanent full time role**:

- **Salary: Band 3 - $63,329.67 to $67,440.70 + super + fortnighly RDO**

We're seeking two Municipal Maintenance Officers to join our team.

These roles are responsible for delivering effective and efficient civil maintenance services, ensuring tasks are completed safely and to high standards. The focus is on maintaining a safe, clean, and tidy public environment.

You'll be part of a large, supportive team and work under the guidance of a Leading Hand who ensures all team members are trained and equipped to perform their duties effectively.

**What you'll be working on**:
You'll perform a variety of general labouring and cleaning tasks, including:
- Safe and efficient operation of sweeper vehicles
- Sweeping streets, roads, sidewalks, and public areas
- Managing sweeper equipment (brushes, water sprayers, etc.)
- Conducting pre-start checks and operating vehicles (Ute or medium rigid truck)
- Collecting loose litter manually and mechanically, including hazardous items (e.g., syringes, glass)
- Graffiti removal using appropriate cleaning products
- Operating mechanical bin lifters to empty street litter bins
- Cleaning public toilets and BBQs daily
- Driving garbage compactor trucks or assisting as a runner
- Weed management using a steaming unit in residential areas
- Operating sand sifting equipment to clean foreshore areas
- Maintaining equipment in clean and safe condition, reporting defects
- Performing other duties as directed, consistent with the role

**Qualifications & Licences**
- Relevant certifications and tickets for operating skid steers, trucks, and other equipment (advantageous)
- Training in OHS processes (advantageous)
- Valid Victorian Driver's Licence with Medium Rigid endorsement

**Skills & Knowledge**
- Basic maintenance of plant and equipment
- Proficient use of hand tools (drills, grinders, shovels, etc.)
- Understanding or willingness to learn city cleansing and maintenance standards
- Knowledge of OHS and safe manual handling practices
- Ability to perform consistent manual labour in varied outdoor conditions

**Experience required**
- Previous experience in similar maintenance tasks
- Experience working in outdoor and public environments
- Ability to work positively and professionally in community settings

**How to apply**

follow the links to send us:

- your cover letter
- and resume

Please note we do not require the selection criteria to be addressed in a separate document.

The position description can be accessed below.

Applications will be accepted until **11:30PM** on **4 August 2025**.

**Pre-Employment Requirements**

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa with full unrestricted working rights. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.

**Make an impact that matters**

At Hobsons Bay we work as one to achieve exceptional outcomes for our community.

Hobsons Bay Council is shaping precincts, building community infrastructure, delivering positive environmental, social and economic outcomes through programs and policies, and providing over 120 services to strengthen our diverse community.

If you're ready to rise to the challenge of making a real difference, join us to help create a community and city that is inclusive, empowered, sustainable and visionary.

**What can we offer**

Council offers hybrid working with newly renovated office facilities in the Civic Centre.

We support ongoing professional development, as your career matters to us

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