The Hills Shire Council

Public Place Cleaner

Are you looking for a job where you can provide quality services to our Community?  How about a job where you are responsible for a variety of work associated with management of cleansing and the presentation of Council’s spaces and facilities for the benefit of the community.  If you have had some experience in this line of work, have an eye for detail and you take pride in your work, then we would like to hear from you.

Working with us:
At The Hills Shire Council, we live our values of Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Leadership and Safety through the work that we perform for the Community. We are committed to an inclusive, diverse and supportive workplace culture where our people and customers feel respected and valued. Council also prides itself on being a Child Safe Organisation that is committed to promoting the health, safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people in our community.

What this role looks like: 
•    Undertake cleansing of Council’s CBD areas, station sites, carparks, footpaths, public amenities, bus shelters, street and park furniture and any other public areas as required.
•    Carry out high pressure water cleaning of infrastructure in accordance with work schedules.
•    Removal of minor graffiti and foreign substances from surfaces as directed by supervisor/coordinator.
•    Remove and dispose of general litter and hazardous objects.
•    Operate small plant and specialised cleaning equipment.
•    Report any vandalism and malfunction of building fixtures, fittings and services.
•    Use of Council’s electronic works systems.
•    Maintain work vehicle and all equipment in a clean and hygienic condition.
•    Monitor stock of cleaning and consumable products to ensure continued operation of Council’s sites.
•    Early Morning starts – Monday to Friday 4.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m.

What are we seeking in our new team member: 
1.    Driver's License (Class C) – NSW
2.    Proven experience in cleaning, knowledge of methods and procedures including high pressure cleaning
3.    Chemical Safety Awareness

Benefits of working with us:
Competitive rates of pay up to $67K per annum (excluding superannuation) plus To & From Council Vehicle paid weekly, opportunity to earn a Performance Bonus (up to 2% of base annual salary) and an Organisational Bonus (up to $2K per annum), paid training to keep your skills up to date, discounted membership to Waves Fitness & Aquatics Centre, free on-site undercover parking, and an active Social Club.

Next steps:
Please review the Position Description available on Council’s Careers Page, Careers at Council and submit your application online by 5pm on 28 February 2025.  As applications will be assessed upon receipt, early submission is encouraged, and you may be contacted prior to the closing date.

People with disabilities, who meet the selection criteria, are encouraged to apply. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made or if you need any other assistance with submitting your application, please feel free to contact the HR team at hr@thehills.nsw.gov.au

Offers of employment will be subject to following pre-employment checks: Psychometric Testing, Reference Checks, Identity Check, Medical checks (including Drug and Alcohol Screening), Working With Children (where applicable), and Criminal History. We assess applications on merit and suitability related to the inherent requirements of the position. Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.