Street Cleaner

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council's in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 28 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 380,000 residents.

The Role

As a Street Cleaner, you will play an important role in maintaining clean, safe and welcoming public spaces across our City. Working as part of the City Clean Team, you will undertake a range of cleansing and maintenance activities to ensure Council assets, streets and public areas remain free from litter and debris.

This is a hands-on outdoor role that offers variety in your day-to-day work, with responsibilities ranging from litter collection and public space maintenance to responding to emergency cleaning requests. You will work both independently and as part of a team to deliver high-quality services that make a visible difference to the community.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Clean and maintain streets, footpaths, parks and other public spaces
• Collect litter and remove debris to ensure public areas remain safe and presentable
• Operate equipment including blowers, whipper-snippers and other small plant
• Respond to emergency cleansing requests as required
• Undertake routine inspections and complete equipment safety checks

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

You will have:

• Current Class C Driver's Licence
• Experience in street cleaning, cleansing operations or a similar outdoor operational role
• Knowledge of equipment used to undertake cleansing and maintenance activities
• Ability to work safely in a physically active outdoor environment
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• A reliable and self-motivated approach to work
• Commitment to delivering high-quality services to the community

Salary starts from $61,112 (Grade A, Step 1) + 12% super, depending on skills and experience.

What's in it for you?

• Embrace a better work-life balance with our Accrued Time Off program, 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 and benefits.
• Contribute to making a positive impact on the appearance, safety and cleanliness of our City.
• An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.

For more information

For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Paul Morse via Paul.Morse@cbcity.nsw.gov.au.

How to apply

You will need to submit your application via the 'Apply' button below and upload a:

• Resume; and
• Cover Letter addressing your suitability for the role.

Applications close on Thursday 3 September 2026.

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

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

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

Applicants must hold Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or a valid visa with unrestricted working rights.