Painting and Maintenance Handyperson

Who we are

The City of Salisbury is the most progressive council in South Australia, driving growth, jobs, housing and opportunity in the north. With a workforce of over 400 people, we offer the chance to collaborate with teams across the organisation to deliver meaningful, community-focused projects.

The City Infrastructure Department delivers asset management, capital works, and maintenance programs, as well as oversees lease management for local community and sporting clubs, and security and civil compliance functions.

Join us and see the positive impact of your work can make.

The City of Salisbury is seeking a motivated and skilled Painting and Maintenance Handyperson to join the Building Maintenance team within City Infrastructure.

Reporting to the Coordinator Building Maintenance, you will contribute to the effective maintenance, repair and presentation of Council buildings, facilities and community assets. Working as part of a collaborative team, you will undertake a range of painting, maintenance and repair activities to ensure Council assets remain safe, functional and well-maintained for our community.

Your key responsibilities will include: 

• Undertake internal and external painting of Council buildings and infrastructure.
• Complete general building maintenance and repair activities.
• Inspect assets, identify defects and undertake remedial works.
• Perform graffiti removal, pressure cleaning and surface preparation activities.
• Operate plant, equipment and tools safely and effectively.
• Assist with maintenance of furniture, structures and community facilities.
• Undertake minor plastering, patching, gyprock repairs and associated works.
• Raise and report asset defects identified during maintenance activities.
• Liaise with contractors and stakeholders as required.
• Maintain accurate records of work completed, materials used and maintenance activities.
• Contribute to a safe, collaborative and customer-focused team environment.

About you:

You are a reliable and safety-focused tradesperson who takes pride in delivering high-quality workmanship. You enjoy working outdoors and across a variety of maintenance activities, and you contribute positively to a team environment. With strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail, you are committed to maintaining Council assets to a high standard.

You will also have: 

• Trade qualification in Painting and Decorating or a related trade.
• Demonstrated experience in painting, maintenance and repair works.
• Experience using a range of hand tools, power tools and maintenance equipment.
• Strong understanding of safe work practices and workplace safety requirements.
• Ability to identify maintenance issues and implement practical solutions.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to use technology to receive, manage and complete work tasks.
• Current Class C Driver's Licence.
• EWP, Work Zone Traffic Management, Working at Heights or Confined Space qualifications will be highly regarded.
• Experience working within local government or a similar maintenance environment will be highly regarded.

What we offer

• State-of-the-art Operations Centre is 25 minutes from the CBD with excellent rail and road connections.
• Modern and positive work environments.
• Free onsite car parking.
• Nine-day fortnight, RDO every second Monday.
• PPE, tools and uniforms provided.
• Annual pay rises.
• Health and wellbeing programs, including skin checks, health assessments, flu vaccinations and an employee assistance program.
• Professional development opportunities.

Read the [Position Description].

Eligibility

A pre-employment functional medical, inclusive of drug and alcohol testing, is a requirement of the recruitment and selection process.

People who are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds and of diverse abilities are encouraged to apply.

Contact us

All enquiries can be made to ••••@salisbury.sa.gov.au

Applications close 9:00am, 4 September 2026.