Municipal Maintenance Officer

• Location - Operations Centre in Altona
• Permanent - Full Time
• Salary: Band Band 3 $65,546.09 - $69,801.01 + RDO + superannuation

We're here. We're community. We're Hobsons Bay.

At Hobsons Bay City Council, we’re committed to creating a workplace that reflects our community and values. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking organisation that supports innovation, collaboration, and professional growth, and which aspires to be the exemplar of Local Government.

The opportunity

Join Council’s City Works and Amenity team as a Municipal Maintenance Employee and play a hands-on role in keeping our streets, public spaces and community facilities clean, safe and welcoming. Working as part of a large, supportive team, you’ll undertake a varied mix of street sweeping, litter collection, cleaning, graffiti removal, weed management and general maintenance, while safely operating vehicles, plant and equipment.

What You’ll Do

• Safely operate street sweepers, utes, trucks and other plant and equipment.
• Keep streets and public areas clean through sweeping and litter collection.
• Clean public toilets, BBQs and street litter bins across the municipality.
• Undertake graffiti removal, weed management and foreshore cleaning activities.
• Follow OHS procedures and keep plant and equipment clean, safe and maintained.

What You Need To Succeed

• A current Victorian Driver Licence with Medium Rigid truck endorsement.
• Experience in similar maintenance, cleansing or outdoor operational work.
• Knowledge of basic plant maintenance and confidence using hand and civil equipment.
• A sound understanding of OHS, safe work practices and manual handling.
• The physical capacity to undertake consistent manual work outdoors in varying conditions. Relevant plant, truck and OHS tickets are advantageous.

To be considered for this role applications should include

• A maximum 1 page cover letter which should outline your interest in the role
• A current CV which includes key achievements & relevant qualifications

Uncover more about this role in the Position Description attached below or contact Zubair khan, Coordinator Civil Maintenance via ***email_hidden***

Applications will be accepted until

11:30pm on 25th November 2026.

To ensure fairness and consistency for all applicants, we are unable to accept late submissions or submissions made via email. We appreciate your understanding and encourage timely applications via Council's online portal.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Progressed candidates will be required to complete a National Police Record Check and a Pre-Employment Medical Check. Candidates must also hold a valid Victorian Driver's License.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa with full unrestricted working rights. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.

What We Can Offer

• Our location in the centre of Altona is close to public transport, cafes and parks. Enjoy your lunch at the pier, or an afternoon walk along the lake.
• Go to the gym or ride your bike before work? Our End of Trip Facility offers bike storage and shower facilities to get you refreshed and ready to go!
• Exclusive staff access to our Employee Assistance Program, wellbeing programs, discounted local gym membership, Reflexology sessions, Meditation, Yoga & Circuit classes, and walking & social clubs.
• Ongoing professional development support - we'll champion your growth, because your career matters to us!
• A team that’s shaping a brighter future, working together to create a sustainable, thriving community for generations to come.

We are a proud inclusive employer. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply for our job opportunities. Our commitment is to provide diverse, safe and inclusive environments where everyone can grow and succeed.

Attachments

• Municipal Maintenance Employee - B3 - PD.pdf