Plant Operator (Street Sweeper)

Shape your future, your way – with Moree Plains Shire Council.

Looking for more than just a job? At Moree Plains Shire Council, you’ll step into a role where your work matters – to your team, your community, and your career. We’re a forward-thinking Council with a bold vision for growth, innovation and liveability. Join us and enjoy a dynamic work environment, genuine work-life balance, and the chance to make a real impact where it counts.

Whether you’re driven by career development, community connection or a tree-change lifestyle with real opportunity – this is where it all comes together.

• Permanent Full-Time  – 38 hours per week
• Attractive salary ranging from $1,166.30 up to $1,337.85 
• 12% Superannuation Contribution.
• Location - Moree

• Job Security & Stability – Local government roles offer long-term employment prospects backed by a stable funding base and clear governance structures.
• Award-Based Pay & Benefits – Competitive salaries under the NSW Local Government (State) Award and generous leave entitlements (including annual, personal, parental, and long service leave).
• Great Work-Life Balance – Rostered Day Off Every 2 Weeks - An extra 26 days off a year. 
• Professional Development & Career Pathways – Funded training, study assistance, and clear progression opportunities across diverse roles and departments within Council.
• Community Impact – The chance to directly contribute to the liveability, growth, and sustainability of the Moree Plains region, with work that makes a tangible difference to residents.
• Inclusive & Supportive Workplace Culture – A collaborative environment that values diversity, equity, and employee wellbeing.
• Regional Lifestyle Benefits – Enjoy the affordability, community spirit, and relaxed pace of regional NSW living, with less congestion and more connection.
• Access to discounted gym memberships and special rates across an extensive network of fitness facilities (gyms, pools, etc.) which supports the health and wellbeing of our staff and their families

The Opportunity

This is a hands-on opportunity to contribute to the cleanliness, safety and presentation of Moree. You’ll operate and maintain Council’s street sweeper, keeping streets and public areas clean and well presented while working safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities include:

• Safely and efficiently operate and maintain the street sweeper to keep the streets of Moree clean, safe and well presented.

• Safe collection and disposal of hazardous materials.

• The ability to be punctual and to work unsupervised in carrying out the duties of street sweeper operator. 

• Ensure all plant and equipment is operated in a safe manner as per Council’s Safe Operations Procedures and comply with all safety procedures.  

• To provide routine maintenance to the plant to ensure the maximum life of the plant and its accessories. 

• To liaise with and provide accurate and timely information to the Superintendent and Ganger regarding progress with the work and other day to day issues of importance. 

• Willingness to work a rotating roster which involves weekends, early mornings and on public holidays. 

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About You

As a Street Sweeper, you will bring a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills & experience operating plant and equipment to help keep the Moree Plains Shire clean, safe and well maintained.We are looking for someone who can work independently, self-motivated & can work a rotating roster.

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:

• Certificate III in Horticulture and/or relevant experience operating a street sweeper in a maintenance environment.
• Demonstrated experience safely operating and maintaining plant and equipment.
• Ability to organise your workload, work with minimal supervision and contribute effectively within a team.
• Ability to work efficiently, meet deadlines and manage competing priorities.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Sound literacy and numeracy skills to complete operational records and documentation.
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including early mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now to be a part of a team that takes pride in keeping Moree clean, safe and looking its best!

Moree Plains Shire Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

We believe diversity strengthens our organisation and the communities we serve. We welcome you to bring your experience, culture, perspectives and ideas, because our best work happens when everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong.

We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ people, and people of all ages.