Griffith is one of Australia’s most vibrant and cosmopolitan regional centres.
With a population of 27,000, Griffith exudes a rich blend of cultures and traditions. Today, more than seventy nationalities add to our cultural tapestry including Italian, Indian, Afghani and Pacific Communities.
Life in Griffith revolves around food, wine, sport and family. The annual festivals are a wonderful time to visit, as they showcase our local food and world-class wines, friendly people and colourful cultures. Fall in love with Griffith, and explore the many wonderful opportunities for employment for people seeking a tree change.
Griffith, Hanwood, Yenda, Lake Wyangan, Yoogali, Bilbul, Beelbangera, Tharbogang.
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Griffith Airport serves as a vital hub for both Rex and Qantas flights, providing essential connections from Griffith to Sydney.
Griffith Buslines offer a range of convenient services, both within the town and to surrounding areas such as Bilbul, Yenda, Darlington Point, Hanwood, and Mayfair.
Griffith Taxis: For quick and reliable transport, simply dial 131 008 to reach Griffith Taxis.
Prestige Car Hire: Need a private transport option? Contact Prestige Car Hire at 0428 121 388 or via email.
Melbourne XPT: Experience comfortable travel with the Melbourne XPT, which operates twice daily between Melbourne and Sydney. This service includes stops at Cootamundra and/or Wagga Wagga, with a connecting coach service to Griffith.
Griffith XPLORER: On Wednesdays and Saturdays, the Griffith XPLORER offers a direct route from Sydney to Griffith, providing additional travel options for passengers.
These transport services, from flights at Griffith Airport to the convenience of Griffith Buslines, taxis, and car hire options, ensure that travelers have a range of choices for their journeys. Whether commuting within Griffith or traveling to nearby towns or major cities like Sydney and Melbourne, these services aim to make transportation hassle-free and accessible.
Griffith is the agricultural powerhouse of the Riverina, servicing a population catchment of over 55,000. The agricultural industry in Griffith is diverse, and includes wineries, citrus, poultry, rice, grain, nuts, cotton and more. Griffith also has a strong construction industry, mainly consisting of small, privately owned companies. Healthcare is a significant industry, Griffith is part of the Murrumbidgee Local Health District.
Griffith has skills gaps in information media and telecommunications, financial and insurance services, and technical/scientific services. There are opportunities for investment in housing and agritourism.
Job Description
As a Customer Service Agent (CSA) you'll get behind the wheel of our iconic Coles vans and help deliver customer orders to our customers homes. For this role you'll safely navigate your local neighbourhoods to deliver customers shopping to their homes during the day or night. You'll also help with picking and packing orders to the highest standard, ready for delivery.
About the Candidate
* A commitment to providing great customer experiences by working with enthusiasm, energy and pace
* A current full or provisional Australian driver's licence with a minimum of 12 months' driving experience, along with a safe driving record (you will be required to consent to a police history and driving history check).
* The confidence to safely drive and navigate through busy streets, suburban roads and/or regional areas
* To be active - as well as driving, you'll be on your feet, lifting and carrying groceries from the van to your delivery points (there could be stairs!)
* Availability to work flexible hours across our store trading days, including early mornings, evenings and weekends (generally shifts run from 5am-1pm and 1pm-11pm)
Work Environment
Instore and online discounts: 5% discount all year-round on supermarket and liquor purchases made online and instore. 10% discount offered for 5 days every month of the year
* Work that fits around you: We know our team members have lives outside of work, so we'll work with you to roster your shifts around your availability
* Opportunities to learn and grow: Get paid to grow your career in retail, learn a trade, or even train to be an Operations Leader!
* Reward through recognition: Earn points through mythanks, a digital recognition platform to use on shopping and gift cards across an extensive range of retailers
* Discounts on shopping and entertainment: We have a range of discounts on dining, gym memberships, tech, sporting events, restaurants and more via our partner networks
* Focus on your health and wellbeing: Our EAP offers 24/7 confidential support for team members and their immediate family members. We also offer access to resources via our wellbeing portal
Job Description
The Traffic and Design Engineer is to monitor and analyse traffic and other related data throughout the Griffith Local Government Area and develop management proposals to control and regulate traffic, improve road safety outcomes, and provide specific traffic engineering assistance, including heavy vehicle access matters, to the Engineering Design Section.
About the Employer
Griffith is located in the heart of the Wiradjuri Nation and is the regional centre of the Western Riverina. The area supports major industries including rice, cotton, poultry, almonds, wine grapes, cereal production, manufacturing, agriculture, construction and food processing. Our people choose to work here because they're driven to make a meaningful difference in their local community and thrive in a supportive, flexible and collaborative environment.
About the Candidate
Qualifications: The successful applicant will require to hold a Degree in Civil Engineering or Qualification acceptable to the Institution of Engineers Australia and demonstrated experience in the provision of specialist/technical engineering advice specifically pertaining to Civil engineering. They will also require to hold a current Australian Driver Licence., You are a highly capable traffic and road safety professional offering expertise in traffic data analysis, road safety initiatives, and technical engineering documentation. You are proficient in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office, with excellent communication, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills. You are a dependable professional who performs effectively both independently and within multidisciplinary teams to achieve quality outcomes., You're a collaborative team player who values respect, integrity and shared success. You build strong relationships, communicate openly, and contribute to a positive and inclusive workplace. You take pride in your work, approach challenges with a solution-focused mindset, and are motivated to make a meaningful contribution to your community.
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What Griffith City Council Offers
* Flexible working arrangements that enable our people to balance professional success with personal wellbeing
* Stable, secure employment within a trusted and resilient organisation
* Generous leave provisions, including long service leave after 5 years and MyLeave
* Work in collaborative, respectful teams where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed
* Experience a broad range of interesting and impactful work that keeps your role engaging and rewarding.
* Ongoing learning and career development
* Relocation assistance, including The Welcome Experience | NSW Government
* Salary packaging options
Job Description
The Graduate Traffic and Design Engineer is to assist in monitoring and analysing traffic and other related data throughout the Griffith Local Government Area. Also assist in developing management proposals to control and regulate traffic, improve road safety outcomes, and provide specific traffic engineering assistance, including heavy vehicle access matters, to the Engineering Design Section.
About the Employer
Griffith is located in the heart of the Wiradjuri Nation and is the regional centre of the Western Riverina. The area supports major industries including rice, cotton, poultry, almonds, wine grapes, cereal production, manufacturing, agriculture, construction and food processing. Our people choose to work here because they're driven to make a meaningful difference in their local community and thrive in a supportive, flexible and collaborative environment.
About the Candidate
Qualifications: The successful applicant will require to hold a Degree in Engineering acceptable to the Institution of Engineers Australia or Current enrolment and minimum of 75% completion of an accredited Australian Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) degree. They will also require to hold a current Australian Driver Licence., You are an enthusiastic and motivated engineering professional who is passionate about improving road safety and transport outcomes. Whether you have recently completed your Engineering degree or are nearing the completion of your studies, you bring knowledge of traffic engineering, road safety assessment, and community education programs.
You are confident in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office, you have strong communication, negotiation, project management and organisational skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality outcomes and meet deadlines.
Work Environment
What Griffith City Council Offers
* Flexible working arrangements that enable our people to balance professional success with personal wellbeing
* Stable, secure employment within a trusted and resilient organisation
* Generous leave provisions, including long service leave after 5 years and MyLeave
* Work in collaborative, respectful teams where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed
* Experience a broad range of interesting and impactful work that keeps your role engaging and rewarding.
* Ongoing learning and career development
* Relocation assistance, including The Welcome Experience | NSW Government
* Salary packaging options
* Educational assistance programs
Griffith is in the heart of the Wiradjuri nation, and many members of our community are Wiradjuri people, often originating from surrounding areas such as Narrandera and Darlington Point. Our community also includes people who are descended from other language groups such as Yota Yota people, Ngiyampaa people and Paakantji people.
Griffith was created as part of the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area (MIA) project, a plan to supply irrigation from the Murrumbidgee river to open up western New South Wales for farming. The town plan for Griffith was designed by Walter Burley Griffin. Griffith was proclaimed as a city in 1987.
Griffith boasts diverse recreational opportunities. Wine enthusiasts can indulge in vineyard tours and tastings, while outdoor lovers can explore Cocoparra National Park’s hiking trails and scenic vistas. The city offers sports facilities for tennis, golf and more, along with water-based activities at Lake Wyangan and the renewed Sporting Facility which includes an Olympic sized outdoor pool.
Cultural experiences include art galleries, local markets, and community events, such as the Griffith Easter Party and the Italian Festival, With its mix of nature, sports, and cultural offerings, Griffith provides a well-rounded range of recreational activities for residents and visitors alike.
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