About the role
In this role, you will be responsible for leading a small team in the planning and delivery of the City of Greater Geelong’s graffiti management, public lighting programs, line marking maintenance, bus shelter program, amenity & municipality cleaning. The role is responsible for the development of innovative policies and strategic planning activities that ensures these services effectively meet community & council expectation.

Work type: Permanent Full Time
Classification: Band 7 $103,066 - $114,319 pa plus super

Key responsibilities include:

• Effectively lead the City Safe team, ensuring ongoing staff safety, well-being, and career development.
• Facilitate the preparation, revision and implementation of policies, strategies and procedures related to service areas of graffiti management, public lighting, line marking, bus shelters, amenity & municipal cleaning.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to identify and develop best practice processes for the provision of City Safe services including establishment where required & management of service level agreements.
• Facilitate new and innovative processes to maximise community ownership of strategies that address anti-social behaviour.

About you
To be successful in this role, you will have an in depth understanding of Social Sciences, Community Development, or a related field, or several years of practical experience in provision of similar services including experience in policy development & procedure preparation.

Essential Experience:

• Proficient in the use of research principles and methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to reference legislation in preparation of responses to internal & external stakeholders.
• Literacy & written skills of a high order and ability to prepare clear and concise reports and correspondence on matters relating to operation of the Section as requested.
• Strong leadership and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong understanding of the relationship between Council, the Community and other Authorities and the ability to consult and facilitate cooperation between individuals and community groups.

If this sounds like the role for you, then click apply now! 

Child Safety Responsibilities   
We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy.  

Diversity and Inclusion  
At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.  

We are the City
From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

Applications and Enquiries

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Enquiries: Greg Scarpa, Coordinator Maintenance | 5272 4757 | greg.scarpa@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

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