City of Sydney

Crew Leader

Sydney

INFRASTRUCTURE DELIVERY/Infrastructure Services/City Services

Full Time/Permanent

$72,701.00 - 81,869.00 per annum plus superannuation

This role has the option of a rostered day off each fortnight, known as a 9-day fortnight.

Caring for our city, creating a future for all

Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They’re motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city:Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision.

Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You’ll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions.

About the role

We are looking for energetic, customer-focused individuals with a good understanding of civil infrastructure maintenance to join our dynamic team.

The positions involve fieldwork and will include a range of labouring and plant operating activities related to infrastructure maintenance.

One position will involve maintenance of the City stormwater infrastructure assets and ideally would suit applicants with experience operating Vacuum Loaders, Jet Trucks or Combo units in Drain Cleaning or Non Destructive Digging activities.

The other position is leading a small team in the maintenance of Street Furniture and Lighting assets within the City streets and public domain.

If you enjoy hands on work, operating modern equipment, and having real impact behind the scenes, this is your chance to join a supportive team that keeps the city moving.

To be successful in the role you will need:

• A Certificate level qualification in a related fieldorextensive practical experience in a trade or construction, restoration and maintenance of civil infrastructure assets.

• Demonstrated experience in planning and leading a civil or trades maintenance team in a high traffic high pedestrian location, in the repair and maintenance of infrastructure assets including roads, footways, stone kerb, pavers, stormwater drainage, street signage, street and park furniture or lighting.
• A current C Class licence and be willing to obtain an MR/HR licence in the first six months of employment.
• Demonstrated experience in managing a safe working environment, including experience in onsite risk assessment and control of identified hazards, SWMS compliance and site traffic control.
• be capable of delivering high quality customer service and to promote a professional image to customers of the City.
• Be physically able to carry out labouring work and be prepared to acquire additional skills.
• Hold a Work Cover General Induction Card.

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The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration and medical assessment.

Applications must be submitted online by 11:59 pm,Wednesday 8 July 2026.

For more information, contact Mark Heaton, Maintenance Coordinator on 02 8019 6938.

What we can offer you

You’ll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all.

Flexible working

• 3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance
• Collaborative approach to flexible working
• City centre head office, with many public transport options.

Professional development

• Leadership and management development program
• Further education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leave
• Opportunity to attend external courses and conferences
• Long service and employee recognition awards
• Employee assistance program offering free, confidential counselling

Supporting families

• We provide 26 weeks of paid parental leave for all new parents, supporting diverse and inclusive families
• Paid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leave
• Paid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leave
• Part-time and job-sharing options available
• Supportive return-to-work environment

Inclusive culture

• Recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia
• Active employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity, Inclusive City, Young Professionals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander network
• Recognised family inclusive workplace
• Veteran employment supporter

Find out why acareer at the City of Sydneymight be right for you.

How to apply

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. We’re passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women.

All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, are encouraged to join us.

We’re a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us at[email protected]or 02 9265 9333.

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