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SalaryFull Time | Ongoing
Classification: PFS7 ($78,028 + Superannuation)
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 Roles...
Our City Operations teams maintain a mix of open space which provides sustainable and enjoyable parks, playgrounds, sports grounds, streetscapes, cycling and walking trails to meet the needs of our growing city.
We have an exciting leadership opportunity to join our Parks & Verges team as a Quality Coordinator on an ongoing basis, commencing as soon as possible. The Parks and Verges team is responsible for the maintenance of the City's streetscapes and open space infrastructure. Reporting to the Manager - Parks and Verges, you will be responsible for supporting City Operations works programs and activities by providing day to day supervision, guidance and coordination to our frontline teams through effective team planning and engagement.
For key accountabilities please see the position description attached by clicking apply now.
About You...
People are at the heart of everything you do - your team, your internal and external customers, and your community. You are passionate about contributing to an Organisation which provides information, services and infrastructure that supports a growing and thriving Playford community.
To be successful in this position, you will have the ability to provide positive leadership to the team, problem solve and strive for continuous improvement, be open to new ideas and techniques, and possess demonstrable enthusiasm and initiative. You will hold a current (unrestricted) MR Drivers license (or willingness to obtain), Work Zone Traffic Management certificate and have qualifications in horticulture or a related field, together with qualifications in leadership.
Incumbents in this position may be required to possess, or be willing to gain a National Criminal History Clearance or DCSI Clearance.
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:
- Excellent leave entitlements;
- Free Income Protection;
- Salary packaging, free onsite parking and a strong health & wellbeing focus including corporate discount on health cover and gym memberships & free employee assistance program; and
- Ongoing professional development supported by study assistance and secondment opportunities.
If you hold an interest in the position and would like further information, please contact Manager – Parks & Verges, Luke Manning on (08) 8256 0442.
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 Tuesday 19 March 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.
