About Council
The City of Marion is recognised for its innovative approach to addressing issues that benefit the community and its' excellent employment conditions.
Excellent employment conditions are summarised below:
Some of the family friendly practices available to employees are:-
* Granting of these arrangements are subject to operational/business needs.
Council provides support to ensure the health and wellbeing of employees:
LGAWCS - Workers Compensation & Rehabilitation Management
Annual Health Assessment
Corporate Health Plan through BUPA
Quit Smoking Programs
Corporate Membership with SA Aquatic & Leisure Centre (SAALC)
Employee Wellbeing Program - a confidential counselling service
Career Transition Program
The conditions of employment are in accordance with the following Awards:
South Australian Municipal Salaried Officers Award
Local Government Employees Award
Fair Work Act 2009
In addition, employees also enjoy the benefits of Enterprise Bargaining Agreements.
Council has a commitment to provide developmental opportunities to all employees. As part of this commitment, all vacancies, secondments and study/work experience opportunities are advertised internally. Other benefits include:
Study Assistance
Professional Development Leave
Appraisal Process
Support for Learning and Development for staff
Leadership Development through mentoring, coaching, undertaking leadership programs and assessment of leadership styles.
Staff are recognised and rewarded for years of service and achievements.