About the role:

The City of Canning have a unique opportunity to join the Parks & Environment team as a Playground Maintainer Your responsibilities will involve inspecting and maintaining various park facilities, including playground equipment, fencing, furniture, signage, and related infrastructure.

Reporting to the Parks Supervisor, you will be instrumental in creating a positive experience for park and playground visitors and contributing to the overall aesthetics and safety of our public spaces.

_ A snapshot of your new role:_

• Perform regular inspections of playground equipment, park furniture, fencing, and signage to identify and address any issues promptly
• Identify and complete necessary repairs to play equipment and park furniture
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and producing reports for the Supervisor
• Order and receive delivery of replacement parts, equipment and materials
• Monitor and report any safety hazards or potential risks

Who we're looking for:

• Proven ability to repair metal and timber structures using electrical hand tools and components
• Knowledge of safety issues relevant to playground maintenance
• High level of initiative and ability to make decisions and resolve issues
• Ability to use electronic devices (tablets) and undertake simple data entry/completion of forms
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Qualification in playground maintenance (or working towards) will be highly regarded
• Provide First Aid Certificate and current 'C' class driver's licence
• Satisfactory National Police Clearance (under six months)

Why you'll love working at the City of Canning

• Fulltime permanent position
• 9 day fortnight
• Annual leave loading and super contribution matching
• Genuine commitment to learning and development opportunities
• Complimentary membership to the Cannington and Riverton Leisureplexes(gym, aquatics, sauna, group fitness)
• Access to a comprehensive wellbeing program and initiatives, including wellness seminars, skin checks, flu vaccination and financial health checks
• Free onsite parking, bike racks and staff amenities
• City issued iPad and vehicle (Commuter/Work use)

- $67,607.72 per annum + super + penalties for overtime

Impact the Community in a Big Way

The City of Canning aims to be a welcoming and thriving city, giving our people an opportunity to thrive through work that truly makes a difference With a population of over 90,000 over 64 square km of land, we provide services to support and develop our community every day.

We believe that engaging people with diverse backgrounds and all abilities will assist in delivering superior services to our community and are committed to the principles of equal opportunity for all.

City of Canning is proud of our Culture of Care which means caring for ourselves, our workmates and our community.

Canning welcomes you to apply:

Click APPLY or contact Reuben Thom on for a confidential discussion. Reference

**Applications are open until 5pm 31 August 2023. We reserve the right to contact applicants and close the advertising early.

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