Compactor Operator

Job No: NSYD421
Location: North Sydney

We currently have an internal opportunity for an experienced and hard-working Compactor Operator to join our busy Street Cleaning Team on a permanent basis. In this role you will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and improving the appearance of the beautiful North Sydney Council Local Government Area. Duties will include all aspects of the street cleaning role, including but not limited to; sweeping streets, picking up litter, operating light machinery and driving plant equipment.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated footpath sweeper operations/street cleaning experience, a can-do attitude and a willingness to follow instructions and be a team player.

 

Essential
  • Recent driving experience driving/operating trucks/compactors.
  • Class LR Driver’s Licence.
  • Sound understanding of safety requirements in performing driving and cleaning tasks.
  • Proven ability to follow procedures and instructions and be able to communicate with customers on routine matters.
  • Be physically fit.
  • Demonstrated ability to work under minimal supervision.
  • Basic reading and writing skills
Desirable
  • Demonstrated ability to carry out basic mechanical maintenance tasks
  • Recent experience operating sweeping machines
  • MR Licence

 

To view the Position Description, Click Here 

 

Salary from: $63,813 to $75,643 per annum (inclusive of allowance) + 11.5% super + $1,000 pa transport allowance + uniform provided

76hr fortnight with a rostered day off

 

How to apply

Applicants are required to submit a resume and answer the selection criteria questions below.

 

Closing Date: 25 October 2024 - 11.30pm 

 

North Sydney Council is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity in order to  provide a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. North Sydney Council  also adheres  to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people. We strongly encourage candidates from wide-ranging backgrounds, identities and experiences to apply. 

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With a cohort of approximately 400 permanent (full time and part time) employees, we consider ourselves not too big, not too small - just right! At North Sydney Council we're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and positive workplace. Our teams value the unique contribution each member makes, and genuinely strives towards making North Sydney Council a fun place to work! The work we do makes a real difference to the lives of our residents and contributes to their economic and social wellbeing. Our commitment to our staff at North Sydney Council is: To optimise employee performance in an enjoyable, safe, fair and equitable workplace