Team Member – City Care

City of Mount Gambier has an exciting opportunity for a motivated and driven individual to join the Building and Asset Maintenance team.

About the position:

Casual.

Competitive remuneration package.

This position plays a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of various public amenities throughout the City of Mount Gambier. As a Team Member - City Care, you will also be responsible for ensuring the pristine appearance of key facilities, including Council’s Civic Centre, Library, Visitor Information Centre, Blue Lake Welcome Centre, Engelbrecht Cave, Umpherston Kiosk, Riddoch Arts & Cultural Centre, Public Amenities, Council Depot, Carinya Gardens and other Council buildings from time to time.

This position is classified at Grade 3 Year 1 (currently $34.91 per hour plus 25% casual loading) of the City of Mount Gambier AWU Enterprise Agreement No.12 2022.

About you:

Cleaning Expertise: Demonstrated proficiency in various cleaning techniques, materials, and equipment used in commercial settings.

Ability to undertake and perform minor maintenance on urban Infrastructure in accordance with current Australian Standards and Guidelines.

Attention to Detail: A meticulous approach to cleaning tasks, ensuring all areas are thoroughly cleaned and maintained to high standards

Time Management: Efficiently plan and execute cleaning schedules, meeting deadlines and adhering to established timelines.

Ability to operate small plant and equipment including but not limited to footpath sweeper, scrubber, high pressure cleaner/ washer

Communication Skills: Effective communication to interact with colleagues, supervisors, and visitors, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.

Ability to work as a member of a team (varying in size and composition) and to work under minimal supervision.

Capacity to perform physical tasks for prolonged periods of time including but not restricted to walking, vacuuming, mopping, lifting, painting, within relevant WHS guidelines and standards.

Understanding of continuous improvement principles to ensure increase efficiency and productivity of operations.

Experience in applying the principles of risk management and work health safety principles within an operational environment.

What we offer:

Mount Gambier is the second largest city in South Australia and provides a perfect balance between the vibrant lifestyle of a big city and the comforts of a small town. Packed with beautiful natural resources including the iconic Blue Lake/Warwar, caves, sinkholes, parks and gardens. Mount Gambier is an idyllic location to enjoy work life balance, only 20 minutes from the beach.

This role presents an opportunity to advance your career in a supportive environment. The City of Mount Gambier is an equal opportunity employer and celebrates diversity in the workplace.

The successful candidate will enjoy:

Ongoing professional development and training,

A supportive and friendly team environment,

Active social club,

Income protection insurance.

Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing Support

Excellent Enterprise Agreement benefits with above award rates

Pre-employment requirements:

The position is subject to satisfactorily meeting the following employment requirements;

National Police Check,

Working with Children Check (WWCC),

Pre-employment medical examination.

The City of Mount Gambier is an equal opportunity employer committed to continuous improvement as a culturally safe and supportive workplace. We strongly encourage members of our First Nations community to apply.

For a confidential conversation please call:

Michael Smith

Coordinator Building and Asset Maintenance

0472 707 857

Further information about the position, including the position description, which identifies key competencies and selection criteria, is available from City of Mount Gambier website: www.mountgambier.sa.gov.au/council/careers/vacancies

How to apply:

Applicants must specifically address each of the key competencies and selection criteria, which is available within the position description and submit with a resume including contact details for at least three referees.

Applications close: Thursday 2 October 2025 at 5:00pm.

Applications must be submitted via email to:

Human Resources Team

[email protected]