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.
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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
The purpose of this role is to apply electrical trade expertise, while developing specialist knowledge in industrial automation, telemetry, instrumentation, process control and SCADA systems supporting Council's water and wastewater operations.
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 possess a Certificate III in Electro technology - Electrician and Qualified supervisors Certificate - Electrician and hold an Australian Class C driver licence., You are a qualified and motivated industrial electrician with demonstrated experience working on electrical motors, control equipment and industrial electrical systems. You have strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills. and the ability to interpret electrical and electronic schematics.
You are proactive and self-motivated and can work independently with minimal supervision, effectively manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes. You are willing to participate in an on-call roster and be committed to maintaining the reliability, safety and performance of critical water and wastewater infrastructure.
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 10 years and MyLeave
* Generous on-call allowances
* 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
* Salary packaging options
* Educational assistance programs
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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.
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
Job Description
The purpose of the General Labourer is to attend to the daily operation, cleanliness and maintenance of Council owned public facilities using the equipment and material supplied in a safe, economical and proficient manner., * Flexible working arrangements that enable our people to balance professional success with personal wellbeing
* 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
Application Information
Applicants are required to undergo a rigorous employment screening process, which includes reference, identity, credential, and/or medical history checks. It may also include a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and a NSW Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to the successful clearance of all checks.
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: Hold a current Australian Class C driver licence or equivalent & hold a White card/General Construction Induction Training card, 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.
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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