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SalaryFull Time | 12 Months Fixed Term Contract (Backfill Position)
Classification: GO5 $90,287 + Superannuation
- Opportunity to contribute to Biodiversity Programs across the City of Playford
- Based at the modern Playford Operations Centre, just 30 minutes north of the Adelaide CBD
- Attractive salary and benefits including salary packaging options, free income protection and journey insurance, free onsite parking and a strong health & wellbeing focus including corporate discount on health cover and gym memberships & employee assistance program
About Us...
How would you like to work in an environment where you’re encouraged to bring your whole self to the workplace and be responsible for the decisions you make?
As one of the fastest growing council areas in South Australia, the City of Playford is focused on building sustainable foundations and places the community at the heart of everything we do. With our urban centre as the CBD of Northern Adelaide, our city is enriched by growing and diverse communities in new and established suburbs, rural and hills townships and horticultural lands.
The work that we do and the decisions that we make are in the best interests of the whole and contribute to a sustainable organisational future. Modelling open decision making, 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.
About the Role...
In collaboration with Green Adelaide, this is an exciting backfill opportunity for a passionate biodiversity professional to join a supportive and dedicated team to help maintain the natural landscapes of one of South Australia’s fastest growing Council areas.
The role encourages participation by State, Local Government and individual landowners within the region to establish a culture of sustainable land management practices.
In addition, the role supports relevant community groups and committees working to improve local greening initiatives and land management outcomes in the Green Adelaide Playford Region.
For key accountabilities please see the position description attached by clicking apply now.
Incumbents in this position will be required to possess or be willing to gain a National Criminal History Clearance or DCSI Clearance.
About You...
You will have relevant qualifications in natural resource management, or a related field plus have demonstrated experience in all aspects of natural resource project management, including budgets, planning, implementation and evaluation.
Holding a current unrestricted drivers' licence is also essential.
The Playford Employee Experience...
It's important to us that you are the right fit to join our team, but it's just as important that Playford is the right place for you. Our team work hard together, but also celebrate together, learn together and support each other. We have a commitment to work/life balance through flexible working conditions and we remain focused on providing a high level of service and positive experience for our customers and stakeholders.
You will also get access to employee benefits, some of them are:
- Free Income Protection and Journey Insurance;
- Free Onsite and Offsite Employee Assistance Program;
- Salary packaging options;
- Ongoing professional development supported by study assistance and secondment opportunities; and
- A strong health & wellbeing focus including corporate discounts on health cover and gym memberships.
More information...
If you hold an interest in the position and would like further information, please contact the hiring Manager - Greg Wegund (Manager - Support Services) on 0457 905 ***.
How to apply...
Simply complete the application process by clicking the “Apply Now” button and we’ll be in touch.
Applications close at 12:00pm on Monday, 6 May 2024
Apply today!
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.
