Job Description
Start your day early and help keep the Sutherland Shire clean, green, and welcoming!
Enjoy a 9-day fortnight for better work/life balance
Join a supportive, friendly team that values your contribution
Make a real impact in your local community
Work with a safety-first, customer-focused organisation
Welcome to Sutherland Shire Council!
At Sutherland Shire Council, we’re proud to deliver high-quality waste management and cleansing services that protect and enhance our stunning natural environment. This is your chance to play a vital role in maintaining the beauty and cleanliness of our parks, town centres, and public spaces—making a visible difference every day.
Your Role as a Public Place Cleaner
As a Public Place Cleaner, you’ll take on a hands-on, physically active role to keep public areas clean and welcoming. Your responsibilities will include:
Collecting litter and servicing bins
Spot cleaning and maintaining hygiene standards
Operating cleaning equipment safely and efficiently
You’ll start early at 4:00am, finishing by early afternoon - perfect for those who love having the rest of the day free. You’ll work outdoors in all weather conditions, often independently but always as part of a supportive, community-focused team.
What We’re Looking For
Early riser: Comfortable with early morning starts
Team player: Positive attitude and strong customer service mindset
Physically fit: Able to perform manual tasks and operate equipment
Tech-ready: Basic computer skills for logging tasks and communication
Essential requirements:
Current Class C Driver’s Licence
Previous experience in cleaning, maintenance, or similar roles
Join our Team and Grow with Us!
If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!
Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
Get your application in by 11.59pm: Sunday 14 December 2026.
Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of closing
Package: From $63,360 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation
Hours of work: Temporary full time (up to 6 months) 38 hours per week with a 9 day fortnight over a 7 day spread
To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.
Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional, and a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.
Reach out to Kevin Clark, Operations Supervisor kclark@ssc.nsw.gov.au for any job specific enquiries.
Melanie SIlburn, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, msilburn@ssc.nsw.gov.au, can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.
Council is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the NSW Government’s Child Safe Standards are incorporated in our procedures, practices, programs, and events.
About Sutherland Shire Council
Sutherland Shire is a unique area in greater Sydney. Boasting iconic beaches, stunning coastline, vibrant town centers, and incredible national parks. All just 26 km from the CBD. As one of the largest Councils in NSW, we're home to a growing and connected community of more than 230,000 people.
Watch the video to hear from our people about the wide range of projects we're delivering for our community.
It's a great time to join our team and do work that matters.
