Community Wellbeing & Transport Officer

- Play a critical role in supporting the Community
- Join a supportive and collaborative team with excellent working conditions
- A culture of excellence, integrity and working together

Annual salary of $81,260 - $83,225 per annum + Statutory Superannuation Fixed Term Full time opportunity until 30 June 2027.

The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters is an inner eastern metropolitan Council, nestled on the outskirts of the CBD. The area enjoys a reputation as one of Adelaide’s most desirable places to live, work, study and visit.

This is an exciting opportunity for a community-oriented person who is passionate about making a real difference in the lives of people in our community and supporting them under the Commonwealth Home Support Programme.

The Role

Reporting to the Manager, Community Services, the Community Wellbeing & Transport Officer is responsible for supporting residents of the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters who are eligible for the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP), including individuals aged 65 years and over. The role is responsible for coordinating the Community Bus Service and a range of social programs, including Lunch at the Pub, Excursions, and Strength and Balance activities.

As the Community Bus Service is supported by a team of volunteers, including Community Bus Drivers and Helpers, this position also plays a vital role in coordinating volunteers’ day-to-day activities and providing ongoing support to ensure effective service delivery.

About You





We are looking for a proactive and caring team player who takes pride in their work and is passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of older people in our community.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

- Strong communication and customer service skills, with the ability to respond to enquiries, provide clear information and resolve concerns effectively.
- Experience supporting older people to access services, including assisting residents to navigate and connect with My Aged Care.
- Strong organisational and coordination skills.
- Experience working with and supporting volunteers.
- Experience in co-ordinating Social Programs .
- Experience coordinating or supporting the delivery of community transport services.
- A minimum of 12 months’ experience in aged care or a similar community services environment.
- A current Class C Driver’s Licence.
- The confidence to drive a larger vehicle (i.e. an automatic 12-seater minibus)

Benefits
- Join a value-based organisation
- Training and professional development opportunities
- Study assistance
- Annual leave loading
- Confidential & free access to the Employee Assistance Program 24/7
- Healthy Lifestyles Program
- Income protection (illness, accident & injury)
- Work on cosmopolitan The Parade, Norwood

How to Apply For more information, a copy of the and to apply online, please visit www.npsp.sa.gov.au Specific enquiries may be directed to the Council’s Manager, Community Services, Rosanna Busolin on 8366 4600*.*

Applications close 9:00am on Wednesday, 7 October 2026.

📌 Community Wellbeing & Transport Officer (Norwood)
🏢 City of Norwood Payneham u0026 St Peters
📍 Norwood