Government / Local Government
Environmental Health/Compliance
Melbourne
Contract

Osborne Richardson is partnering with a local council in Melbourne’s north-east to find an experienced Parking Officer for a temporary contract.

This is a hands-on field role within the council’s Community Safety team, focused on parking and local traffic management. You’ll educate the community about parking rules and enforce them across a mix of urban and semi-rural areas, with a strong emphasis on customer service. If you enjoy being out in the community, work well on your own, and can handle difficult conversations with tact, this role is a outstanding fit.

Key Responsibilities
Enforce parking regulations on public roads and in council-controlled car parks
Issue warnings and infringement notices using a handheld device, in line with legislation and delegations
Apply the Road Safety Act, Road Rules Victoria and council local laws
Undertake parking patrols around school crossings
Audit parking and stopping control signs and other traffic control measures




Investigate customer requests and complaints promptly and professionally
Keep accurate records and prepare explicit written reports

About You
Experience in a parking, compliance or enforcement role, ideally in local government
Experience issuing infringements on handheld devices (Pathway experience desirable)
Experience interpreting and applying legislation and local laws
Excellent communication, conflict resolution and negotiation skills
Robust report-writing skills and good attention to detail
Current Victorian driver licence (essential)
Current Working With Children Check (or ability to obtain one) and willingness to undergo a police check
Certificate IV in Government (Investigation) or Statutory Compliance highly regarded

How to apply

Click “Apply” to submit your resume, or contact Rebecca Cleary at Osborne Richardson on or for a confidential chat.

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