A great lifestyle in a treasured environment, this is life at PSC!

The opportunity

We currently have a contract opportunity for a Parking Officer to join our team for a maximum term of up until April 2026. As our Parking Officer, you’ll be committed to supporting our residents and businesses by investigating complaints, educating and regulating instances of illegal parking and abandoned articles. In addition, you will be responsible for the education and enforcement of illegal parking in and around School Zones in the Port Stephens LGA.

Some of the key responsibilities within this role are listed below however you can view the full list here – view the position description.

To provide subject matter expertise on Councils Smart Parking System

Provide a high level professional service and advice to Council, internal and stakeholders, customers and the community with respect to parking matters

Provide parking enforcement and community education (specifically school zones, disability parking and other related parking enforcement campaigns

This is a temporary opportunity – working full-time working 38 hours / week up until April 2026. You will work Thursday to Monday each week.

Base Salary Range: $69,600 - $81,716 pa based on 38 hours / week + 12% superannuation + $2,464 retention allowance

You will be working from PSC Administration Building, Raymond Terrace

We’re all about putting the right people, in the right role! Here’s what we’re looking for:

Be professional and have a pleasant manner when dealing with the public

Experience in the Self-Enforcing Infringement Notice Scheme

Experience in specialised and regulatory industry practices

Current Drivers License

This is life at PSC!

Work/Life balance with generous leave entitlements, flexible work options and leave in lieu

Confidential support (including mental health) through our employee assistance program

Award winning health and wellbeing program PSCare, Workers Health Initiative with access to a broad range of gyms in the area, and discounted health insurance

Free parking on site and a convenient local shopping centre

Coffee and food to keep you sustained at our on-site café

And lots more…

Enough about us, we want to hear about you! So tell us about…

Why you want this role and how it aligns to your career aspirations.

What makes you a suitable candidate for this role?

Ready to Apply? Here’s what you need to know

Applications Close: Midnight, Sunday, 24 August 2025

Contact: Gavin Castro, Team Leader Rangers on 0408 068 752

For information on our recruitment process, and what we look for in an application, please visit our Careers page on our website for ‘How to Apply’

To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Description and our organisation Values

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