- Permanent, full-time position
- Help create beautiful, safe parks that all Salisbury Council residents will love
- Excellent career development opportunities
Who we are:
The City of Salisbury is a local government entity and encompasses an area of 158km2. We are a customer focused organisation, providing essential services to residents and visitors, in a dynamic and flexible working environment.
The City of Salisbury’s Field Services Department is dedicated to maintaining Council’s essential infrastructure, ensuring that public spaces and assets remain safe, functional, and inviting. This comprehensive service includes the maintenance of buildings, workshops, fleet, and stores; civil infrastructure such as drainage, footpaths, and waste management; and the care of parks, landscapes, and open spaces. Specialised teams handle everything from arboriculture and turf management to pest control and security, while also responding to emergencies and maintaining contracts for features like reserve maintenance and cemetery services. Field Services plays a crucial role in supporting a vibrant and sustainable community.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform general parks & landscape maintenance including turf maintenance, weed control, litter removal, tree planting, pruning, and watering
- Operating ride on mowers and other hand tools
- Keep all equipment in safe, clean, and functional condition per operating practices.
- Document daily work tasks, materials, time sheets, and job variations to ensure up-to-date accountability
- Setting up signage as required, following the Work Zone Traffic Management Australian Standards
- Assisting other departments as required
- Some after hours work may be required
Essential Criteria:
- Current and valid SA Drivers License
- Proven ability in parks and landscape maintenance
Why join us?
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Employees at City of Salisbury enjoy a robust benefits package includes income protection insurance for personal illnesses or injuries, health and wellness programs designed to support their overall well-being including skin checks, health seminars, flu vaccinations and free access to counselling sessions for you or your immediate family through our Employee Assistance Programs.
- Professional Development Opportunities: The City prioritises continuous learning and career growth, offering employees access to training workshops, seminars, study leave, and tuition reimbursement programs to enhance their skills and expertise.
- Work-Life Balance Initiatives: Recognising the importance of work-life balance, City of Salisbury promotes flexible work arrangements and generous leave policies, flexi-time and opportunities to purchase additional annual leave.
- Inclusive and Supportive Workplace Culture: Diversity and inclusivity are core values at City of Salisbury, fostering a supportive environment where all employees are valued and respected.
- Community Engagement: Employees have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through various community engagement initiatives supported by the City.
These outstanding working conditions reflect City of Salisbury's commitment to attracting and retaining top talent, promoting employee well-being, and fostering a positive and productive work environment.
If you’re a reliable team player with a commitment to safety and a passion for the outdoors, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today and help us drive positive change across our city.
Enquiries can be made to Krystle Ibanez on 0457 087 699
Applications close on 10th of December 2024
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Job Ref:
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KI000014
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Submitted:
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26-11-2024
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