City of Mount Gambier has an exciting chance for a motivated and driven individual to join the Parks and Gardens team.

About the position:

- Full-time Permanent

- Competitive remuneration package.

The Team Member Parks and Gardens plays a vital role in maintaining our community's green spaces, ensuring they remain inviting and pristine for residents and visitors alike.

This position encompasses a blend of physical labour, environmental stewardship, and horticultural expertise, all with the ultimate goal of creating and sustaining beautiful, safe, and functional outdoor areas that enhance the well-being of our community and showcase the City of Mount Gambier’s natural assets. The Team Member - Parks and Gardens will generally - but not exclusively - work within the Parks and Gardens Team.

Some of the feature areas of focus will include significant gardens and landscapes such as.

- The Crater Lakes, Vansittart Park, Umpherston Sinkhole/Balumbul, Cave Garden/Thugi, Wulanda Recreation & Convention Centre, The Railway Lands Reserve (and Corridor), Blue Lakes Sports Park, Englebrecht Cave.

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. 13 2025.

About you:

- Demonstrated knowledge of landscape design, horticultural practices, and sustainable landscaping principles to enhance the aesthetic appeal and natural beauty of Council’s parks, gardens and cemeteries.

- A commitment to delivering exceptional customer service by being responsive and helpful to visitors and residents' needs and inquiries.

- Experience in maintaining high standards of work quality with a strong eye for detail.

- Experience in operating a range of plant and equipment in such a manner as to deliver optimum vehicle/equipment performance and efficiency.

- Formal education (or willing to obtain) in Horticulture, Landscape Architecture, or a related field, providing a strong foundation for effective grounds management. (Certificate 3 or higher)



or relevant experience in a similar role.

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 career development opportunities,

- A supportive and friendly team environment,

- Positive work/life balance, and active social club.

- Excellent Enterprise Agreement benefits with above award rates and income protection insurance

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:

Sinaway Georgiou

Parks and Gardens Coordinator

0407 609 ***

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: Friday 7 August 2026 at 5:00pm.

Applications must be submitted via email to:

Human Resources Team

***********@mountgambier.sa.gov.au

📌 Team Member Parks and Gardens (Mount Gambier)
🏢 City Of Mount Gambier
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