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How to apply

Preparing your application

Candidates applying for positions with us must apply in writing. Applications should include:

  • A covering letter
    • The title of the position you are applying for.
    • Your full name, address and daytime contact number.
    • A statement about how you meet the requirements of the position, highlighting how you meet the essential and desirable criteria as detailed in the job description.
  • A resume
    • Relevant work experience, including a brief summary of achievements and responsibilities.
    • Any relevant education/training, licenses/tickets, professional memberships or clearances.
    • Names and contact details of two current work referees. Where possible, at least one referee should be your current or recent manager/supervisor, and the other should have knowledge of your work experience and be able to comment on your performance in your current or recent position. Some applicants may prefer to provide details of their referees at interview.
    • Any other information you feel is relevant to your application.

Submitting your application

All applications close at 5pm on the advertised closing date, unless specified otherwise in the advertisement.

Before applying, applicants can speak to a nominated staff member about the position by contacting the person specified on the advertisement.

Electronic applications

Job vacancies, work experience and volunteer opportunities are advertised on our online recruitment platform at careers.campbelltown.sa.gov.au. Applications must be submitted via the platform. Emailed applications cannot be accepted.

Pre-employment checks

Pre-employment checks may include:

  • Reference checks.
  • Criminal history check.
  • Pre-employment medical assessment, which may include a fitness for work test.
  • Australian work eligibility check.
  • Sighting of relevant qualifications.
  • Other pre-employment checks relevant to the position. This may include DHS Screening such as a Working with Children Checks.

Your career, your future

Working in local government can offer people the chance to work across a wide range of projects and locations. For further information regarding careers and job types within local government please visit the Careers at Council website.