Full Time – Permanent

About the Position

The principal role of the Natural Asset Planner is to drive and support the planning and delivery of

natural asset initiatives and ecological sustainability improvements across council’s built and

natural environment.

The role includes integrating natural assets into council’s asset management system and contributing to the development of Asset Management Plans and the council’s Strategic Asset Management Plan, forward works and renewal programs through the provision of advice, information, statistics and data as required.

About You

As the Natural Asset Planner, you have expertise in biodiversity management, ecological restoration, and climate adaptation. You thrive in collaborative environments, can influence stakeholders, and provide practical, best practice ecological natural asset advice and support to a range of internal stakeholders. Your communication skills and passion for sustainability will enable you to drive innovation and community engagement.

Key Selection Criteria:

1. High level understanding and knowledge of biodiversity management, ecological restoration, and climate adaptation planning.
2. Sound knowledge of the asset management principles relating to natural assets.
3. Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
4. Demonstrated ability to work with and manage competing demands and timelines.
5. Qualifications in a related field or relevant discipline and/or equivalent professional experience.

Working for Council

Some of the benefits of working with us include:

• Passionate, friendly and supportive team
• Career development opportunities
• Competitive salary and generous leave entitlements
• Flexible ways of working (Including hybrid/working from home)
• Free parking
• An expansive health & wellbeing program
• Salary sacrificing options

If, after reading the position description you have any queries, or require further information please contact Soulis Kourtidis, Team Leader Community Assets on 0481 093 078.

Application Process:

To be considered for this position, all applicants must submit a resume and a cover letter addressing how they meet each of the key selection criteria detailed within this advertisement. It is mandatory to provide detailed explanations of relevant experience and qualifications related to the criteria outlined above.

Applicants will be assessed based on their ability to demonstrate relevant experience for the position and alignment with the City of Onkaparinga’s Values and Behaviours.

The City of Onkaparinga is committed to a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and individuals with disabilities. For any adjustments during the recruitment process or on the job, contact humanresources@onkaparinga.sa.gov.au.

The City of Onkaparinga advises that the recruitment process includes a medical assessment, confirmation of experience and stated qualifications and may also include psychometric testing.

Applications close – 5pm Monday 8 December 2025