Relief Operator - Full Time at City of Parramatta External Careers Site

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jun, 26

Salary

1305.0

Posted On

09 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mechanical Street Sweepers Operation, Garbage Rear loading Compactors Operation, High-Pressure Cleaning Unit Operation, Plant Maintenance, Equipment Operation, Public Space Inspection, Waste Management Practices, Cleansing Services, Driving, Safety Compliance

Industry

Government Administration

Description

An exciting career opportunity arises to join the City of Parramatta as a Relief Operator in our growing Waste and Cleansing team. About the role While most of the City is still waking up, you’re already out on the road helping the city come to life. By 11:30am, you’re wrapping up your day with hours of daylight left for family, errands, or downtime. Solid work, good people, and a job that actually makes a difference. Relief Operators play a key role in our cleansing crew, you’re the go‑to support for the cleansing team — stepping in where needed, backing up the crew, and operating a range of plant and equipment to keep the City moving. If you enjoy hands‑on work, variety, and being part of a team that takes pride in the job, this role is for you. What you'll be doing: * Driving an operating a range of plant including Mechanical Street Sweepers and Garbage Rear loading Compactors * Operating a high-pressure cleaning unit pressure cleaning pavement across the City * Keeping you gear (plant & equipment) clean, safe, and ready to roll. * Undertaking inspections to public spaces and Council assets to make sure they’re safe, clean, and in good working order. * Implementing work practices in line with waste and cleansing industry You will be starting and finishing at Council's Rydalmere Operations Depot or Council's Wentworth Street Compound Parramatta as required. What’s on offer Permanent Full - Time Monday to Friday 2:30 am - 11:30 am We are offering a weekly remuneration from $1,305 plus 12% Superannuation. This position will attract allowances in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2023, this could include the Adverse Working Conditions Level Allowance. Early starts = early finishes — be home before most people take lunch Stable, ongoing role supporting long term careers Work outdoors, stay active, and operate real machinery Make a visible impact on the city every single day In addition, City of Parramatta also offer excellent employee benefits which include: * 9-Day Fortnight * Uniform & PPE provided * Free onsite parking & onsite gym * Significant leave benefits (up to 12 RDO's, 3 additional leave days at Christmas, 15 days sick/personal leave including 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year) * 14 weeks paid parental leave * Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years * Learning and Training opportunities * Health and Wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport, Flu Shots) We're are looking for someone with: * Previous experience in the safe operation and maintenance of Mechanical Street Sweepers and Garbage Rear loading Compactors * You will have a strong understanding of small and heavy plant operations applicable to Cleansing Services including pressure water cleansing units. * Previous experience in a similar role and operational environment Licences * Current MR NSW Driver’s License * White Card Want to know more? Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached [https://copauehrmspd.blob.core.windows.net/pds/Relief Operator (G4) - September 2025.pdf]Position Description [https://copauehrmspd.blob.core.windows.net/pds/Relief Operator (G4) - September 2025.pdf] Review our Values Flyer [https://copauehrmspd.blob.core.windows.net/pds/3965_Parramatta Values_1pager (1).pdf] https://copauehrmspd.blob.core.windows.net/pds/Our Values and Behaviours (1).pdfwhich outlines Council's core values and behaviours. Alternatively for a confidential discussion please contact Alex Power via email- apower@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au [astanshall@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au] How to apply Candidates MUST apply online, please attach your licences as part of your application. Applications close 9pm, Tuesday, 17 March, 2026 and will not be accepted through any other medium.  This position requires the preferred candidate to undertake a Pre-Employment Medical Check, which also includes a Drug and Alcohol test.  The City of Parramatta supports a Drug and Alcohol-free working environment and employees may be subject to random testing as a result. Inclusion, Diversity and belonging lies at the heart of how we recruit at the City of Parramatta. We continue to commit to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experiences, and backgrounds. We invite candidates of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, ADF veterans, LGBTIQA+ and other culturally diverse groups. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident in Australia to apply for this position.

Responsibilities

The Relief Operator acts as key support for the cleansing crew, stepping in where needed and operating various plant and equipment, including Mechanical Street Sweepers and Garbage Rear loading Compactors. Responsibilities also include operating high-pressure cleaning units, maintaining equipment, and undertaking safety inspections of public spaces and Council assets.