Team Member Construction and Maintenance

2 days ago

Mount Gambier, South Australia City of Mount Gambier Full time

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

About the position:

  • Full time/Permanent
  • Nine (9) Day fortnight working week.
  • Competitive remuneration package.

The Team Member Construction and Maintenance play a vital role in building and maintaining the City's Infrastructure. The Team Member Construction and Maintenance will generally – but not exclusively work within the Construction and Maintenance area of the works department undertaking general maintenance and construction duties and when require provide support and relief functions to other departments across the organisation.

This position is classified at Grade 4 (currently $74,629.59 – $76,270.82 per annum) of the City of Mount Gambier AWU Enterprise Agreement No

About you:

  • Ability to operate a range of plant and equipment in such as manner as to deliver optimum vehicle, equipment performance and efficiency.
  • Experience in the proper care and maintenance of equipment and machinery.
  • Be self-motivated with the ability to complete assigned tasks to an acceptable standard and on time.
  • Understanding of the application of continuous improvement principles to ensure increased efficiency and productivity of operations.
  • Experience in applying the principles of risk management and safety within an operational work environment.
  • Experience in concreting.
  • Basic use of computers, tablets or smart phones.

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,
  • Career development opportunities,
  • Active social club,
  • Flexible work arrangements,
  • Positive work/life balance,
  • 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:

Chris Habets

Team Leader Construction and Maintenance

Further information about the position, including the position description, which identifies key competencies and selection criteria, is available from City of Mount Gambier website:     

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:Friday 16 January 2026 5:00pm.

Applications must be submitted via email to:

Human Resources Team

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