4SV 349
POSITION NO:
DIVISION:
DEPARTMENT:
SECTION:
STATUS:
City Infrastructure
Services
Public Works and Services
Permanent Full Time
CLASSIFICATION:
OCCUPANT:
Band 2
Vacant
LOCATION: Maffra Street Depot, Coolaroo, and various other locations within the municipality
May 2011 DATE:
POSITION OBJECTIVE(S):
 Assist in Council’s Litter Collection and Disposal programs.
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Assist with the delivery of Public Works and Services programs.
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Actively participate in team building and planning meetings to ensure the delivery of quality amenity maintenance programs and environmental services.
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Assist t o carry out Council’s Waste and Litter and Amenity environmental services programs.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
1. Assist in the operat ion of Council’s litter collection vehicles and equipment.
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Conduct pre-start checks and perform routine maintenance on a daily basis in accordance with approved pre-start and post checklists and maintenance programs.
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Ensure that the vehicle is cleaned and disinfected at the completion of each shift
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Report any maintenance/repairs requirements to Fleet Services.
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Monitor the level of supplies including personal protective equipment and the first aid kit and where necessary arrange further supplies from the City Amenity Team Leader.

2. Assist to perform Council’s environmental services and programs including collection and disposal of litter / waste.
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Assist to perform environmental litter collection programs including; o Shop cleaning, o Roadside litter collection , o public open space & reserves, o smoker’s poles clearances and other programs as required.
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Where necessary assist with other Public Works and Services programs in accordance with approved programs.
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Carry out collection and disposal programs in accordance with Council’s safety policies and procedures.
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Dispose of waste and litter collected at the Council refuse disposal sites as required.
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Advise the City Amenity Team Leader of: o waste and litter is not collected and the reasons for non collection o any irregularities, vandalism or maintenance requirements in the litter collection program. o Instances of illegal dumping of waste, litter, dead animals and hazardous wastes. o any operational problems at Council’s Landfill Sites.
3. Customer Services and Administration
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Comply with the quality system requirements by completing appropriate paperwork etc
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Complete a daily timesheet and running sheet detailing activities for the day.
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Practise public courtesy in conducting assigned duties and promoti on of Council’s
Amenity and Environmental Services.
 Assist in updating Council’s Litter Bin, Litter Collection and Smokers Poles Clearance
Schedules as required.
RISK MANAGEMENT:
Contribute to a positive risk management culture by complying with the Risk Management policy, assisting with the implementation of the Risk Management Strategy and reporting risk management concerns and improvements to managers and supervisors.
POLICE RECORDS CHECK:
The incumbent must have and maintain a current Police Records Check:  YES
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NO
WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK:
The incumbent must have and maintain a current ‘Working with Children Check’:  YES  NO
OTHER DUTIES:
Responsibilities and duties included in this Position Description are subject to the Multi-skilling provisions of the relevant Award and/or the Hume City Council Enterprise Agreement

ORGANISATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:
Reports to: City Amenity Team Leader
Supervises:
Internal Contacts:
Nil
All Internal Staff
External Contacts: Members of the public
Landfill Site Contractors
Shop Keepers
ACCOUNTABILITY AND EXTENT OF AUTHORITY:
Under the general supervision of the City Amenity Team Leader, this position is:
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Authorised to conduct the day to day activities of Council ’s waste, litter collection and associated environmental services collection and disposal programs.
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Assist in ensuring that the waste and litter collection vehicles are maintained in a clean condi tion and that Council’s waste and litter collection services are carried out in accordance with standards and programs determined by the Council.
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Accountable for applying quality control to own work in accordance with work programs.
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Accountable for informing the City Amenity Team Leader of any collection problems or irregularities in a prompt and accurate manner.
JUDGEMENT AND DECISION MAKING:
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The incumbent requires the ability to use judgement and make decisions in relation to maintenance and repairs of vehicles, plant and equipment.
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Guidance and advice is always available.
SPECIALIST KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
The following specialist knowledge and skills are required to be utilised:
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Hold current motor vehicle license.
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Heavy vehicle license would be an advantage.
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Understanding of Occupational Health and Safety requirements.
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Understanding of basic repairs and maintenance of vehicles, plant and equipment.
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Basic understanding of waste management and amenity maintenance services.
MANAGEMENT SKILLS:
The following management skills are required to be utilised:
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Ability to carry out duties with minimal supervision.
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Basic time management skills including the ability to perform required duties effectively and efficiently.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:
The following interpersonal skills are required to be demonstrated:
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Written and oral communication skills including the ability to communicate with members of the public and resolve minor problems in a courteous and effective manner.
 Ability to work as part of a team and participate in the promotion of Council’s amenity and environmental related programs throughout the community.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
The following qualifications and experience are required for the position:
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Hold current motor vehicle licence.
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Current heavy truck licence would be an advantage.
VARIATION TO CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
These conditions of employment, your duties and your location may be varied by Council during the term of your employment.
The Terms and Conditions in this Position Description are to be read in conjunction with the
General Terms & Conditions of Employment.
AGREEMENT:
I hereby accept and agree to the duties in this Position Description. I understand that this Position
Description is to be read in conjunction with the General Terms & Conditions of Employment and I agreed to abide by the terms and conditions stipulated therein.
Name (Please print):
Signature: Date:
SELECTION CRITERIA:
Selection will be based on the following Selection Criteria; however, reference will also be made to other listed skills, knowledge and attributes as required in the Position Description:
1. Possess a current motor vehicle license (Current heavy vehicle license would be an advantage.)
2. Understanding of Occupational Health and Safety requirements.
3. Understanding of basic repairs and maintenance of vehicles, plant and equipment.
4. Understanding of Waste Management, Amenity and Environmental Services.
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Written and oral communication skills including the ability to communicate with members of the public and resolve minor problems in a courteous and effective manner.