Graduate, Biodiversity

• Gain first-hand insight into how local councils serve the community
• Full time, fixed term position until January 2028
• Commencing at $79,526 + 12% superannuation

About the Opportunity 

As part of the City Operations Program, the Graduate, Biodiversity will be hands-on in helping to protect and grow Adelaide’s natural environment. The role supports the delivery of Council’s Integrated Climate Strategy, Biodiversity Area Management Plans, and Adelaide Park Lands Management Strategy, while contributing to projects that restore and care for our Park Lands.

Day to day, the Graduate will assist with community engagement, support volunteer biodiversity programs, and work alongside partners such as Green Adelaide and Bush for Life. The role involves biological surveys, site monitoring, and contributing to initiatives like seed collection, native plant propagation, and nursery stock-take which are all aimed at strengthening the City’s ecological future and supporting project requirements.

The Graduate will also be involved in planning, contractor coordination, and biodiversity works including weed control, revegetation and restoration, always with a strong focus on safety and sustainability. There will be opportunities to support funding applications, coordinate projects, and share knowledge with community groups, schools and the public.

Working closely with teams across the organisation, the Graduate will play an important part in bringing conservation goals to life, while building their own skills and experience through the City of Adelaide’s Graduate Program. This includes contributing to cross-organisation projects, training opportunities, and professional development activities.

To view a copy of the position description, please click here.

To help you along the way, we’ve created a Graduate Application Guide with handy tips on how to stand out – you can read it here.

City of Adelaide Graduate Program 2026

About You

To be eligible for this role you will have:

• Graduated within approximately the last two (2) years, or are expecting to complete a degree in Environmental Management / Science, Biodiversity or Ecology within the next six (6) months.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work in an open, creative and collaborative project-based environment.
• Demonstrated ability to think conceptually and creatively and show initiative and self-discipline in daily tasks.
• High level of initiative and self-discipline with ability to and prioritise a broad program of works and make decisions relevant to position.
• Strong organisational skills, the ability to successfully manage competing priorities, maintain attention to detail and meet deadlines.

Eligibility

This opportunity is designed specifically for early-career candidates who are looking to gain hands-on experience and start building their career in this industry.

As part of the application process, you’ll be asked a few short pre-screening questions to help us ensure this role is the right fit. These are designed to confirm your eligibility, and to make sure we’re giving genuine graduates the chance to step into a meaningful and development-focused opportunity.

If you’ve already had significant industry experience or are seeking a more senior position, this role likely won’t be the right match and your application may not progress further.

We appreciate your understanding as we do our best to support emerging talent and help the next generation of graduates gain real-world experience.

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 on future planning, so we continue to design a liveable 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 Matt Sexton on 0419 189 619.

Please submit a Resume, a copy of your academic transcript, and a Cover Letter expressing the skills, experience and qualities you can bring to this position addressed to Matthew Sexton, Work Group Leader, Cityscapes.

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

Applications close at 11.59pm, 12 October 2025.

Please be advised this is a full-time, fixed term opportunity until January 2028 with a starting salary at the Level 3 Classification commencing at $79,526 + 12% superannuation.

As part of the recruitment process candidates will be required to undertake a Working with Children Check and/or a National Police Check.

We continue to work hard to ensure our recruitment process is safe for people of diverse backgrounds. 

Please note, applications received via the email address below will not be considered. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. Our commitment to inclusivity means we welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and candidates from with a range of lived experiences. If you require assistance with our recruitment process, you are more than welcome to connect with our People Services team on (08) 8203 7333 recruitment@cityofadelaide.com.au