Frankston City Council is located on the eastern shores of Port Phillip Bay where the beach meets with the natural landscapes of the Mornington Peninsula.  We are a diverse community that provides a vibrant lifestyle along with a growing economic and arts sector.

Our leadership team is committed to building an engaged and collaborative culture where innovation and being future focused are the norm. If you want to help shape the future of Frankston, now is the time to join our team!

About the role 

Council’s Operations Department are looking for a Cleansing Officer who will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing infrastructures and assets, throughout the Frankston municipality in accordance with works and management programs.

The main responsibilities will include: 

• Sweeping, brush cutting, minor chemical and graffiti removal;
• Performing all civil infrastructure maintenance tasks and repairs in accordance with works programs and management systems. Works will include, Parks Infrastructure, asphalt, pit, concrete and minor civil repairs across roads signage and drainage areas;
• Assessing work to be undertaken and estimate quantities of materials required;
• Operating and maintaining various items of plant and equipment in accordance with Council’s Safety Procedures;
• Ensuring all tools, vehicles and equipment are used correctly, maintained in a safe operational condition and all hazards/defects are reported to the Team Leader;
• Undertaking basic audits, risk assessments and in conjunction with Team Leader, implement solutions to ensure public safety at all times; and
• Maintaining accurate records of completed tasks as required by the Team Leader.

This is a Full-Time role working 8.44 hours a day across a 9 day fortnight. 

About you

As the successful candidate, you will have:

• Current Driver Licence;
• Construction or trades related industry experience;
• Industry experience in roads, signage and drainage maintenance;
• Experience in the use of a variety of tools, plant and mechanical equipment relating to civil maintenance;
• Previous customer service experience; and
• An understanding of safe work practices.

Benefits of working at Frankston City Council

Be part of a workplace that is looking to transform the way that we work and build on our values “Kinder, Fairer, Smarter”. As an employee, you will have access to benefits such as:

• Flexible working hours;
• Rostered Day Off (Full time roles only);
• Access to professional and career development opportunities;
• Purchased leave;
• Paid Parental leave;
• Paid Christmas Shut Down Leave;
• Free onsite parking;
• Employee assistance program; and
• Salary sacrifice gym membership at Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre.

This position is a Band 2 currently remunerated at $65,336 per annum, plus superannuation. Overtime will also be paid as required.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or have any questions, please contact Michael Triep via email: Michael.Triep@frankston.vic.gov.au

Culture at Frankston City Council

Frankston City Council respectfully acknowledges the traditional owners, the Bunurong people, as the custodians of the land on which we live and work and their Elders past and present.

Council is committed to building a culture that values diversity and promotes a workplace that welcomes and includes the unique contributions of all people. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities. As well as applicants who identify as being Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, are culturally diverse, LGBTQIA+ or who have a disability to apply.

Council has zero tolerance for child abuse.  Protecting children and preventing child abuse is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all Councillors, employees, contractors and volunteers.

We encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments or additional support you may require during the recruitment process, as well as how this role can be flexible for you.  

Pre-Employment Information

You will need to provide evidence of your right to work in Australia, certified copies of your qualifications, a current Driver License and Working with Children Check. You must also be willing to provide a Pre-Employment Health Declaration and undertake a National Police Record Check.