Sweeper/Groundsman
Date: 22 Aug 2025
Location:
Darwin, NT, AU, 0820
Company: Ventia
We’re excited to offer this internal opportunity to support your continued growth and development within the business.
Ventia is on the lookout for a skilled and motivated Sweeper Operator to join our Defence Base Services team at RAAF Darwin. This isn’t just another driving job—it’s your chance to play a vital role in maintaining one of Australia’s key Defence sites. From sweeping runways under the stars to keeping the grounds pristine by day, you’ll be part of a crew that keeps operations running smoothly and safely.
The responsibilities include:
As a core member of our Grounds Maintenance team, your day-to-day will include:
- Operating sweeping equipment across roads, runways, and site areas—day and night shifts
- Assisting with Grounds labouring tasks as needed
- Ensuring all sweeping meets high standards of safety, quality, and customer satisfaction
- Completing site inductions and obtaining necessary accreditations
- Performing start-up checks, wash-downs, and routine maintenance on your equipment
- Ensuring road sweeping work meets the standards of management and the expectations of customers.
In order to maintain these responsibilities, the successful applicant must:
- Have a current MR licence or higher.
- Must have minimum of 3 years truck driving experience.
- Experience driving a manual operated truck.
- Be able to work autonomously whilst maintaining a company driven focus.
Please note you must be an Australian citizen to work on a Defence site.
About Ventia
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.
Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.
How to apply
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Position Reference Number: 164146
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