Labourer / Driver / Plant Operator- Cleansing Services (9215)

Job No: COH23732
Location: Hobart, TAS

Group and Team: City Infrastructure Group, Cleansing Team
Location: Clearys Gates Depot
Employment status: Permanent, Full-time
Classification: Municipal Employee Level 3
Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024
Salary range: $66,528 to $68,048 per annum + 13.5% superannuation. 
  • Hands‑on outdoor work helping keep Hobart’s streets clean and welcoming.
  • Use a variety of plant and equipment in a supportive, safety‑focused team.
  • Stable employment with Council benefits and opportunities to learn new skills.

About the role

This role helps keep the City of Hobart clean, safe and welcoming for the community. Also operate plant and equipment, and work as part of a team to maintain high service standards.

Role accountabilities include:

  • Carry out street and footpath cleaning, graffiti removal, leaf collection and public convenience cleaning.
  • Operate and maintain sweepers, trucks and other cleansing plant and equipment.
  • Deliver high-quality customer service and communicate professionally with the public and team members.
  • Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently and to environmental standards.
  • Support team operations by reporting issues and contributing to continuous improvement.

Learn more about the role in the Position Description

About you

A suitable candidate can safely operate small and medium plant, follow maps and daily work instructions, and manage tasks independently. Good communication skills are important for working well with the team and interacting politely with the public. A positive attitude toward learning and meeting the City of Hobart’s behaviour standards is also expected.
To succeed in this role, you will bring:
  • Completion of Year 10 schooling.
  • Current Driver Licence.
  • Registration to Work with Vulnerable People.
  • Current Medium Rigid Vehicle Licence or ability to obtain this licence.
  • Certificate III in Asset Maintenance, or the ability to acquire.

 

About us

The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.

We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:

  • Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13.5% with salary sacrifice options.
  • A wide range of leave entitlements.
  • Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
  • Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre.
  • Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.
  • An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
  • Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.

Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.

The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.

City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.

Learn more about our vision, mission and values.

How to apply

If you are passionate about our beautiful city and ready to take on a role that challenges and rewards, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!

If you require any further information specific to this role, please contact Garry Webster (Program Leader Cleansing Services) on 03 6278 0271 or email garry.webster@hobartcity.com.au 

All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to recruitment@hobartcity.com.au. Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.

Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday 1 February 2026.

Before you begin

You will need to read the position description prior to commencing your application as you will be required to address the key duties, skills and knowledge for this role in 600 words or less.

Please ensure you have copies of your current resume and relevant qualification/s ready to attach at the end of your application.

To protect privacy and prevent fraud, do not upload or email personal documents such as Driver’s licences, passports, or personal tax and superannuation details. Instead:

  • Applicants are required to declare they hold the required documentation/licence, and
  • Originals will be sighted by People and Culture on the first day of work as a condition of employment.

Selection process

Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.

The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.

Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.

Learn more about the selection process on our website.

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