Full-Time | Ongoing and Fixed Term Opportunities (76 hours worked across a 9-day fortnight) [Multiple Positions Available] Are you looking for a new role where you can contribute and have a positive impact on the presentation of our growing city?
Do you enjoy working outdoors and getting involved in projects that uplift and revitalize city appearance?
If you answered yes, then we may have found what you're looking for?
Playford is the fastest growing Council in SA and we are experiencing significant growth, and with growth comes opportunity!
We have multiple ongoing and fixed term opportunities available across our City Operations field teams for suitably skilled candidates to undertake roles within Horticulture, Vegetation Weed Control, Arboriculture, Civil Road Construction, Stormwater, Playground Maintenance, and General Civil Maintenance (Rapid Response).
These pivotal front line service delivery roles support City Operation work programs and activities by delivering essential value for money services to our community.
To be considered for these roles, you will need to hold a minimum, MR licence (or have a willingness to obtain).
Additionally, there are a series of other tickets/qualifications that may be required, however, if you don't hold the essential qualifications/licences/tickets but can demonstrate your relevant equivalent experience, we still want to hear from you!
Please outline in your covering letter the role(s) that you'd like to be considered for.
For individual position accountabilities please download a copy of the relevant position description by clicking apply now.
What you'll bring to the role We are looking for candidates who demonstrate a positive mindset and commitment to their work.
You will also have demonstrable knowledge, skills and experience in the relevant field of work you're applying for.
These positions will require candidates to undergo a National Criminal History Clearance, and Pre-Employment Medical and Functional capacity assessment (including drug and alcohol screening).
The successful applicant(s) must satisfy or be willing to satisfy these requirements as part of the recruitment process.
What's in it for you The City of Playford places the community at the heart of everything we do and are committed to ensuring our workforce is representative of the community we serve.
We provide a supportive and collaborative environment where employees feel engaged and connected to the work of the organisation, to each other, and the community.
A range of Employee benefits include: Commitment to flexible working conditions, Free income protection and journey insurance; Professional learning development opportunities; and Corporate discounts on gym memberships and Private Health Insurance.
Ready to apply?
Hit that "Apply Now" button and outline how your experience, skills and/or qualifications align with the respective role that you're applying for.
Still have questions?
Please contact the respective City Operations Hiring Manager via the contact number(s) below: Parks & Landscapes (PAL) | Lisa Cavanagh – Ph: 0417 016 124 Parks & Verges (PAV) | Justin Wright – Ph: (08) 8256 0209 Roads & Stormwater (RAS) | Joe Gregorace – Ph: 0414 177 486 Support Services (SS) | Greg Wegund – Ph: 0457 905 847 Applications close at 12:00pm on Wednesday 15 January 2025.
The City of Playford values diversity and work life balance.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made to support you in submitting your application including alternative vacancy formats and application options, please refer to the Manager's contact details above.
Any information provided will be kept confidential and will only be used to support your access to fully participate in the recruitment process.
**Please note: Council offices will be closed for our Annual Shutdown during the following period: Wednesday 25 December 2024 to Wednesday 01 January 2025 (inclusive)**