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Street Cleansing Attendant & Plant Operators
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Location: Multiple Depot Sites across South East Melbourne
Sector: Public Sector / Local Government
Contract Type: Short-Term Contracts (1–3 months)
Pay Rate: Highly Competitive Public Sector Band Rates + Shift Allowances (where applicable)
About the Opportunity
Are you a reliable outdoor operations or plant professional looking for immediate, short-term contract work? We are currently partnering with major public sector clients across Melbourne who are seeking motivated Street Cleansing Attendants and Operators to join their infrastructure and city presentation teams.
These positions are perfect for individuals looking for consistent, high-paying hours within stable local government environments.
Please Note: These assignments are strictly short-term, generally ranging between 1 to 3 months to support peak operational demands. While extensions can occasionally happen, they are not likely, making this ideal for those looking for immediate, defined contract work.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Cleansing Team Leader, you will play a vital role in maintaining the appearance, cleanliness, and safety of public spaces. Your daily tasks will include:
Plant & Equipment Operation: Operating a variety of medium mechanical cleansing plant and equipment safely and efficiently.
Manual Cleansing Tasks: Undertaking hands-on municipal cleansing duties to ensure streets, shopping precincts, and public spaces remain pristine.
Asset Maintenance: Performing routine daily pre-starts and basic maintenance on allocated plant and tools.
On-Site Problem Solving: Making practical, on-the-spot decisions regarding safety, environmental considerations, and task efficiency.
Reporting & Administration: Identifying and reporting asset damage or safety hazards via basic digital/computer recording systems.
Community Engagement: Providing courteous interaction and a positive image to members of the public while out in the field.
What We Are Looking For
To be successful in this role, you must be enthusiastic, highly punctual, and comfortable working in an independent or small team environment.
Essential Requirements:
Licences: A current valid Victorian Driver’s Licence (Heavy Rigid - HR class is highly preferred, though MR/C class with strong plant experience will be considered).
Plant Experience: Proven ability to safely operate and maintain medium mechanical plant, commercial machinery, or municipal equipment.
Weather & Environment Flexibility: Ability and willingness to work diligently in adverse or changing weather conditions.
Roster Flexibility: Willingness to work on a roster system that may include daily shifts across a 24-hour cycle, including weekends and public holidays as required.
Compliance: Ability to pass a National Police Check, Working with Children Check (WWCC), and a functional physical capacity fitness assessment.
Why Apply?
Great Public Sector Pay: Earn excellent hourly rates under a structured municipal framework.
Local to You: With various public sector clients across Melbourne, we can often match you to a depot close to home.
Foot in the Door: Gain valuable local government experience, layout knowledge, and public sector compliance.
How to Apply
If you have a "can-do" attitude, the required driving licences, and are ready to hit the ground running immediately, we want to hear from you.
Click APPLY NOW to submit your up-to-date resume for immediate review.
For any further questions reach out to sen.abey@randstad.com.au or call 0400 631 711
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
Street Cleansing Attendant & Plant Operators
...
Location: Multiple Depot Sites across South East Melbourne
Sector: Public Sector / Local Government
Contract Type: Short-Term Contracts (1–3 months)
Pay Rate: Highly Competitive Public Sector Band Rates + Shift Allowances (where applicable)
About the Opportunity
Are you a reliable outdoor operations or plant professional looking for immediate, short-term contract work? We are currently partnering with major public sector clients across Melbourne who are seeking motivated Street Cleansing Attendants and Operators to join their infrastructure and city presentation teams.
These positions are perfect for individuals looking for consistent, high-paying hours within stable local government environments.
Please Note: These assignments are strictly short-term, generally ranging between 1 to 3 months to support peak operational demands. While extensions can occasionally happen, they are not likely, making this ideal for those looking for immediate, defined contract work.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Cleansing Team Leader, you will play a vital role in maintaining the appearance, cleanliness, and safety of public spaces. Your daily tasks will include:
Plant & Equipment Operation: Operating a variety of medium mechanical cleansing plant and equipment safely and efficiently.
Manual Cleansing Tasks: Undertaking hands-on municipal cleansing duties to ensure streets, shopping precincts, and public spaces remain pristine.
Asset Maintenance: Performing routine daily pre-starts and basic maintenance on allocated plant and tools.
On-Site Problem Solving: Making practical, on-the-spot decisions regarding safety, environmental considerations, and task efficiency.
Reporting & Administration: Identifying and reporting asset damage or safety hazards via basic digital/computer recording systems.
Community Engagement: Providing courteous interaction and a positive image to members of the public while out in the field.
What We Are Looking For
To be successful in this role, you must be enthusiastic, highly punctual, and comfortable working in an independent or small team environment.
Essential Requirements:
Licences: A current valid Victorian Driver’s Licence (Heavy Rigid - HR class is highly preferred, though MR/C class with strong plant experience will be considered).
Plant Experience: Proven ability to safely operate and maintain medium mechanical plant, commercial machinery, or municipal equipment.
Weather & Environment Flexibility: Ability and willingness to work diligently in adverse or changing weather conditions.
Roster Flexibility: Willingness to work on a roster system that may include daily shifts across a 24-hour cycle, including weekends and public holidays as required.
Compliance: Ability to pass a National Police Check, Working with Children Check (WWCC), and a functional physical capacity fitness assessment.
Why Apply?
Great Public Sector Pay: Earn excellent hourly rates under a structured municipal framework.
Local to You: With various public sector clients across Melbourne, we can often match you to a depot close to home.
Foot in the Door: Gain valuable local government experience, layout knowledge, and public sector compliance.
How to Apply
If you have a "can-do" attitude, the required driving licences, and are ready to hit the ground running immediately, we want to hear from you.
Click APPLY NOW to submit your up-to-date resume for immediate review.
For any further questions reach out to sen.abey@randstad.com.au or call 0400 631 711
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
skills
street cleansing operator, street cleansing attendant, municipal cleansing worker, council cleansing operator, street sweeper driver, city presentation operator, public amenity cleaner, pressure washing technician, graffiti removalist melbournequalifications
- Previous experience in a similar role
- HR License
- Working With Childrens Check
education
Primary School/Junior High
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- dandenong, victoria
- AU$34.00 - AU$35.00 per hour, + super
- temporary
- part-time
- specialismgovernment
- sub specialismvic government
- reference number90M0708651_5368249153466834163
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