Asset Maintenance Team Member

City of Adelaide; South Australia; On-site; AUD 67,054 - 81,955; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Journey and income protection

12% superannuation

Job summary

A local government organization in Australia seeks a Talent Acquisition Advisor to maintain and repair urban spaces. Responsibilities include asset maintenance and providing exceptional service. Candidates need a trade certificate or equivalent experience and excellent customer service skills. This is a full-time, permanent role with a salary starting at $74,505 plus superannuation.

Qualifications

• Trade certificate in a related discipline or demonstrated experience in lieu of formal qualification.
• C class drivers and forklift licence.
• Sound practical knowledge of Works Depot practices and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair various Council assets including monuments and street furniture.
• Assist with materials management and daily operations.
• Keep accurate records to support future maintenance planning.

Skills

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Ability to carry out trade-related maintenance tasks

Self-motivated and results-oriented

Education

Trade certificate in a related discipline

Tools

Forklift license

Job description

Talent Acquisition Advisor | City of Adelaide

• Full time, permanent role
• Journey and income protection provided by your enterprise agreement
• Starting at $74,505 + 12% superannuation

About the Opportunity

This role plays a hands‑on part in keeping Adelaide’s urban spaces safe, functional, and welcoming. The Asset Maintenance Team Member is responsible for maintaining and repairing a variety of Council assets — including monuments, water features, public art, street and parkland furniture, playground equipment, parklands and streets encircling and gates.

Day to day, the role involves carrying out planned maintenance and repairs, assisting with materials and daily operations, and keeping accurate records to support future maintenance planning. You’ll also contribute to the installation of new urban assets as part of capital works and improvement projects.

Working safely and efficiently is key, as is providing great service to both internal and external customers. Collaboration is central to the role — you’ll work closely with teammates and the Asset Maintenance Coordinator to ensure maintenance activities are completed to a high standard and within service levels.

This is a practical, team‑based role where your attention to detail, problem‑solving approach, and commitment to quality workmanship help enhance the experience of everyone who enjoys Adelaide’s public spaces.

About You

• Trade certificate in a related discipline or demonstrated experience in lieu of formal qualification.
• C class drivers and forklift licence.
• Sound practical knowledge of the fundamental nature of a Works Depot, practices and procedures in Plant storage and general yard duties.
• Ability to carry out a multitude of trade related maintenance tasks associated with the day‑to‑day management of public infrastructure.
• Self‑motivated, results oriented and able to initiate actions to ensure objectives are achieved.
• Excellent customer service skills, including the ability to effectively liaise and engage with members of the public and community groups.

About Us

Located in the geographic heart of Kaurna Country, the City of Adelaide celebrates its cultural heritage, unique natural surrounds and structures its footprint in a way that allows it to adapt to the changing needs of the community and a dynamic global landscape. Our focus is on our community’s wellbeing and quality of life – investing in city improvements and future planning, so we continue to design a livable city where future generations can continue to live authentic and meaningful lives. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and be a bigger part of our amazing city!

At the City of Adelaide, we thrive in an environment that is welcoming, inclusive and safe, and celebrates difference. We value and embrace our diverse perspectives and recognise the value diversity has in fuelling innovation and enabling brilliant experiences for our diverse community.

For Further Enquiries & How to Apply

All enquiries regarding this position will remain private and confidential and can be directed to Kevin Potter on 08 8203 7761.

Please submit a Resume and a Cover Letter expressing the skills, experience and qualities you can bring to this position addressed to David Sheppard, Assets Maintenance Coordinator.

Please review the position description prior to submitting an application by following the prompts to apply.

For more information about what it’s like to work for the City of Adelaide, including the benefits, please visit www.cityofadelaide.com.au/careers.

Applications close at 11.59pm, 9 November 2025.

Additional Requirements

• National Police Check, pre‑employment medical and functional capacity assessment.
• We continue to work hard to ensure our recruitment process is safe for people of diverse backgrounds.
• We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a barrier‑free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you require assistance, please connect with our People Services team on [phone] or [e-mail].

Inclusion

We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and candidates from a range of lived experiences. Our commitment to inclusivity means we welcome applications from all backgrounds and support a barrier‑free recruitment process.