Team Member Parks & Landscape
City of Salisbury, South Australia
Salisbury, South Australia, Australia · Full Time
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- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- AUD 73,850 – AUD 77,832 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 6 hours ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- Certificate III in Horticulture for Grade 2 appointment
- Eligibility
- Open to applicants who are willing to undergo pre-employment health screening. Strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, culturally diverse candidates, and persons with disabilities.
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- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
About the City of Salisbury
The City of Salisbury is a leading and dynamic council in South Australia focused on fostering growth, generating jobs, expanding housing, and enhancing opportunities in the northern region. The organisation employs over 400 individuals and promotes collaborative projects that benefit the community.
Department Overview
The City Infrastructure Department manages asset oversight, capital works, maintenance projects, and lease management for community and sporting clubs, along with ensuring security and compliance within civil operations.
Role Summary
Become part of the Parks & Landscape team to help maintain and enhance public parks, open spaces, and landscapes valued by local residents. Responsibilities include horticultural maintenance tasks such as turf care, irrigation upkeep, tree planting and pruning, and general groundskeeping duties. This role suits a motivated individual who is detail-oriented, takes pride in environmental stewardship, enjoys working outdoors, and aims to contribute directly to the aesthetic and livability of the community.
Employment Benefits
- Access to a modern Operations Centre located 25 minutes from the city center, offering excellent transport links via rail and road.
- A contemporary and supportive work environment.
- Complimentary parking facilities.
- Flexible working arrangements provided.
- A nine-day fortnight schedule.
- Regular annual salary increases.
- Comprehensive health and wellness programs including skin checks, health screenings, flu vaccinations, and employee assistance.
- Opportunities for ongoing professional development.
Compensation
The position will be appointed at Grade 1, with an annual salary of $73,850 plus superannuation, or Grade 2 at $77,832 plus super if holding a Certificate III in Horticulture.
Additional Requirements
A pre-employment medical examination including drug and alcohol testing is mandatory as part of the application process.
Diversity and Inclusion
Applications are strongly encouraged from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds, and persons with varying abilities.
Contact Information
For further details, please contact Keith Thomas at 0420 593 704 or via email at [email protected].
Application Deadline
Submissions must be received by 5:00 PM on 15 August 2026.