Full time 12-month contract

Multiple Positions available

This position works across a 7-day rotating roster between the hours of 6am-6pm – availability across 7 days is essential.

$71,536 + 12% superannuation + 10% Loading + 3% Safe City Allowance

About the role

The Parking Compliance Officer sits within the Parking Services Branch of the Community and City Services Division and offers an exciting opportunity to make a real impact on the safety, accessibility and liveability of Melbourne.

In this dynamic role, you’ll help ensure fair and equitable access to parking while contributing to the City of Melbourne’s broader goals of creating a safe, welcoming and efficient city for all. You’ll be part of a dedicated team that values education and engagement — focusing on positive community interactions, promoting voluntary compliance, and supporting a culture of respect and fairness across our streets.

Shortlisted applicants must be available to attend an in-person assessment centre on Wednesday 29 October 2025.

A little more about the role

Monitor active parking sessions across the municipality and when needed, issue infringement notices with accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to establish effective patrol strategies and work with limited supervision

Engage positively with members of the public to promote understanding of parking regulations and encourage voluntary compliance

Operate mobile technology and enforcement systems efficiently and accurately

Observe and report safety, access or amenity issues to help maintain a safe and vibrant city environment

Why join Team Melbourne?

Located on the traditional lands of the Bunurong Boon Wurrung and Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung peoples of the Kulin Nation, Melbourne is globally recognised as one of the most liveable, diverse, and dynamic cities.

At the heart of it all is the City of Melbourne – a passionate, purpose-driven organisation where your work truly matters. As part of Team Melbourne, you’ll help deliver what’s most important to the people who live, work, study, visit and invest in our great city.

We’re proud champions of diversity, committed to continuous improvement, and driven by a shared vision for a vibrant and sustainable future.

This is more than just a role – it’s your chance to make a real impact, contribute to something bigger, and shape Melbourne’s future alongside a collaborative and forward-thinking team.

About you

You are community-minded, approachable and confident in engaging with the public. You’re resilient, calm under pressure, and take pride in upholding fairness and integrity in every situation.

You may also be:

Motivated by contributing to safer, more accessible public spaces

Energised by working outdoors and being part of a supportive and high-performing team

What your experience might look like - Key Selection Criteria

Demonstrated ability to apply the City of Melbourne’s values – accountability, integrity, courage, respect and excellence

Strong communication and conflict resolution skills, with the ability to remain calm and objective under pressure

Ability and willingness to adapt to a dynamic work environment with a flexible and positive approach to change, and personal learning and development.

Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn relevant Acts, regulations and local laws

Proven problem-solving, decision-making and record-keeping skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team

Current Victorian driver’s licence and a clear Police and Working with Children Check

Physical capacity to undertake year-round outdoor duties

Benefits of working with us

Attractive remuneration & benefits: Excellent pay package with a range of exciting benefits. Flexible working, study assistance & other great corporate discounts.

Excellent leave entitlements: Enjoy up to 20 weeks of fully paid parental leave for primary carers, in addition to the government-funded parental leave, with no waiting period to access. Part-time equivalents are also available for added flexibility.

Career progression: Career development support and opportunities to learn new skills within a creative and exciting environment.

Work-life balance and hybrid working: We support flexible hours, alternative work arrangements (like ADOs), and hybrid work-from-home options.

How to apply

Click the APPLY button to be redirected to our Careers Portal!

Submit your application no later than 11:45pm on Sunday October 19, 2025

A few important things to note – don’t miss out!

Applications must be submitted online. Unfortunately, we can’t accept applications via email, so please be sure to apply through the official job link provided.

Apply early! This role may close sooner than the listed closing date if we find the right candidate — so don’t wait to get your application in.

We are a child safe organisation. The City of Melbourne has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All employees undergo thorough safety screening, including a Police Check and, for most roles, a Working with Children Check.

Need more info?

Refer to the position description below or contact [email protected]

Inclusion matters

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from all cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ individuals, and people of all ages and faith backgrounds.

We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to support all applicants. If you require any adjustments, please let us know via the application prompts or inform our Careers team if you’re contacted for an interview.