Canterbury-Bankstown Council

Spray Operator

Here at CBCity 
The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Councils in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 29 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 370,000 residents. 

The role
CBCity has an opportunity for a dedicated and driven person with experience in open space maintenance to join the team as a Spray Operator. You will complete daily operational tasks including weed control, litter collection, removal of dumped rubbish and dead animals, and other cleaning duties as required.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Operate and maintain plant and equipment including brush cutters, blowers and other related plant as required.
• Assist in the control of weeds throughout Council’s LGA.
• Collect litter and clean sites as required which may contain offensive, filthy and obnoxious material.
• Assist the Coordinator and Team Leader to ensure open space areas are maintained in accordance with service requirements, service agreements and rosters.
• Complete risk and hazard assessments of all areas under the position holder's control and where necessary take corrective action.
• Undertake emergency response requests as required.

*For a full list of duties, click here to review the position description.

You will have:

• Current C Class drivers’ licence.
• Previous experience in cleansing and open space maintenance.
• Chemical Users Accreditation Certificate or equivalent is desirable but not essential.
• Class HR/MR licence and traffic control tickets are desirable but not essential.

The salary range for this opportunity starts at $57,050 (Grade A, Step 1) + AWCA2 + 11.5% super. Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience. 

Click here to access salary information for all steps within the designated Grade.

What’s on offer

• An attractive remuneration package.
• Embrace a better work-life balance with our Rostered Day Off Scheme, designed to prioritise your well-being and help you manage the balance between your personal and professional life.
• Permanent full-time position with Local Government conditions such as long service leave after 5 years, annual salary increases and generous parental leave options.
• Contribute to making a positive impact on our community. 
• An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.

For more information, please contact Paul Morse (Coordinator Cleaning) at paul.morse@cbcity.nsw.gov.au 

You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply Now’ button and create a login using your email address and upload a:

• Resume; and
• Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.

Applications close Thursday, 14 November 2024

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. 

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at recruitment@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.   

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.