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.
We are a progressive, sustainable and connected community, where we celebrate our employee’s and community’s diversity and where people are valued and feel safe, included, connected and have a sense of belonging.
To deliver the best service to our customers we strive for a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. We value diversity and the skills, knowledge and experience a diverse workforce brings to our organisation.
Our values (ReACH) encompass Respect, Accountability, Collaboration and Helpfulness.
The role:
As a Metal Fabricator or Carpenter within the Structures team you will play an important role in maintaining councils Playgrounds, Street Furniture, Signage and Board Walks and will be required to undertake the below duties:
- Sign installation
- Welding
- Carpentry
- Painting
- Fencing
- Testing equipment
- Playground inspection/audits, identification and rectification of defects
All tasks will be undertaken with the efficient, safe and effective operation of plant and equipment used in association with those duties
Specialist Skills, Required Knowledge and Conditions:
- Truck Drivers License (MR Class).
- Trade level certificate in Carpentry and/or Metal Fabrication such as Fitter & Turner or Boiler Maker
- Competency and significant experience in metal fabrication and carpentry maintenance related tasks
- Level 2 Accreditation – Operational Inspection of Children’s Playgrounds (AS 4685:2014).
- Ability to use initiative in dealing with unforeseen circumstances.
- An ability to understand and accept changes in the workplace and to respond to the processes of change management.
Who you are:
The ideal candidate will have previous experience in working in a fast paced operational maintenance environment. In addition, the candidate will be well organised, demonstrate high levels of motivation and enthusiasm, a strong commitment to safe work practices, good communicator, experience in leading, motivating and influencing staff.
What’s in it for you?
An opportunity to be part of a hardworking dedicated team, making a difference to the community by delivering on an exceptional customer experience with the flexibility to manage what’s important through an excellent work life balance via a 9 day fortnight, access to annual skin checks, all PPE and clothing supplied.
Further information is available by accessing the Position Description.
People who are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds and of diverse abilities are encouraged to apply.
Specific enquiries regarding this opportunity can be made to Simon Bartosak, Team Leader – Building Maintenance, Security & Urban Form on 0466 714 358
Applications close 18-07-2025