Total 59 job vacancies by Hume City Council

• Permanent, Full time x 2
• Enjoy a competitive salary package
• Join the Building Control Services team

Hume City Council is one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do, ensuring our services are efficient and accessible.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Building Surveyor/Team Leader to join the Building Control Services Team. In this pivotal role, you will lead a team of building surveyors while overseeing complex projects and ensuring compliance with relevant Victorian building control legislation, codes and standards, local laws, policies, guidelines and Ministerial Guidelines.

What you’ll be doing:

• Carry out duties, functions and responsibilities of the Municipal Building Surveyor under and in accordance with the relevant instrument of delegation issued by the Municipal Building Surveyor
• Provide efficient, effective, cooperative and professional support to the Municipal Building Surveyor and Deputy Municipal Building Surveyor
• Lead and mentor a team of building surveyors, providing guidance and support to ensure high-quality work and timely project completion
• Assistance with or preparation of Council reports or other building control related reports.
• To appear, represent and provide expert witness evidence in Building Appeals Board and Court proceedings.
• Attend to building control enquiries, investigations and “Emergency Callouts” in accordance with relevant building control legislation, rosters and policies.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and local authorities to address building-related issues and ensure compliance with regulations
• Stay up-to-date with the latest building codes, regulations, and industry best practices
• Implement and maintain quality control processes for all surveying activities
• Contribute to business development efforts by identifying new opportunities and maintaining client relationships
• Collaborate with other departments to enhance overall organisational efficiency and effectiveness

The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role:

• Bachelor's degree in Building Surveying
• Registration as a Building Surveyor-Unlimited with the Victorian Building Authority
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in building surveying, with a proven track record of successful project management
• Previous team leadership experience, demonstrating the ability to motivate and develop staff
• In-depth knowledge of the Building Act, Regulations and Building Code of Australian 
• Proficiency in building surveying techniques, construction standards, and sustainable building practices
• Excellent report writing skills and attention to detail
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients, team members, and stakeholders at all levels
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with industry trends
• Current driver’s licence

Why Hume City Council?

A leader in local government, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values:

We’re better, every day: We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn.

We’re in it together: At Hume, everyone matters. We Welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected.

We show up: We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will.

All for Hume: We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do.

We offer a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks, Working with Children Check, and a Criminal Record Check. 

• Permanent, Full time
• $97,099.24 per annum plus Superannuation
• Join the Customer Experience team

Hume City Council is one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do, ensuring our services are efficient and accessible.

The Customer Experience Team Leader assumes a critical role in providing effective leadership and guidance to the Customer Experience team. They are responsible for overseeing daily operations, cultivating a customer-focused culture, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality service to the community. As a role model, the Team Leader sets the standard, fosters a positive work environment, and actively contributes to continuous improvement initiatives.

What you’ll be doing:

• Collaborate with the CX Leadership Team and Team Leader colleagues to ensure the smooth operation of a busy Contact Centre and Service Desks – ensuring resources are effectively managed to meet demand while maintaining high levels of service.
• To provide assistance and input in developing and administering policies and procedures related to the Customer Service Team.
• Participate in regular meetings with the Customer Experience Leadership Team to discuss service levels, system development and performance targets.
• Contribute to and participate in continuous improvement initiatives, and achievement of Unit actions and goals.
• Ensure compliance with service level agreements (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs) by monitoring team performance and taking proactive measures to address any deviations.
• Handle and resolve complex customer inquiries and complaints, utilizing effective communication skills and a customer-centric approach.
• Assist in the implementation of the Hume's Customer Complaint Handling procedures and oversee the timely and efficient resolution of issues and effective case management of complex matters across the Customer Service Team.
• Establish robust performance planning and management processes that provides real-time feedback and formal performance evaluations, ensuring that service standards are upheld, and continuous improvement opportunities are identified.
• Create and maintain Customer Service Team rosters to ensure customer demand is met and tasks/locations of work are distributed fairly across the team.
• Shared coverage of the Customer Service sick phone and adjusting of the roster to ensure coverage of unplanned absences.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment by promoting teamwork, collaboration, and open communication among team members.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback and identifying areas for improvement or development.
• Facilitate effective communication channels within the Customer Experience Team, ensuring team members are well-informed about current issues, systems, procedures, and practices.
• Contribute to implementing effective strategies for staff retention, recognition, and motivation to foster a high-performing and engaged team.

The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a customer service environment, demonstrating a strong understanding of customer service principles and practices.
• Enhanced knowledge of customer service principles, best practices, and emerging trends in the relevant context
• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills to effectively negotiate and resolve complex customer inquiries.
• Thorough understanding of customer service metrics and the ability to manage and analyse them to drive continuous improvement in service delivery.
• Ability to assess individual and team performance, identify skills gaps, and develop a training strategy to improve performance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office systems, customer service systems, and call centre technology to ensure excellent customer experiences.
• Experience in dealing with customer inquiries across various contact channels, including online platforms and social media.
• Proven experience in leading, motivating, and developing a professional team, with a focus on modelling behaviours that improve performance.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement, with the ability to enhance procedures, processes, and initiate new initiatives to drive efficiency and effectiveness.

Why Hume City Council?

A leader in local government, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values:

We’re better, every day: We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn.

We’re in it together: At Hume, everyone matters. We Welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected.

We show up: We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will.

All for Hume: We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do.

We offer a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks, Working with Children Check, and a Criminal Record Check. #LI-Hybrid

• Permanent, Full Time
• $107,811.66 per annum plus Superannuation
• Join the Information Technology team

Hume City Council is one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do, ensuring our services are efficient and accessible.

The Applications Lead will be responsible for the development and implementation of good practice governance and applications lifecycle support and management for the council. This newly established function will be accountable for the operational lifecycle of councils applications as well as the continual development and improvement of councils application ecosystem of currently more than 100+ Council Enterprise Services.

What you’ll be doing:

• Application Support L5 – Delivering management, technical and administrative services to support and maintain live applications.
• Ensures that all requests for support are dealt with in accordance to set standards and procedures.
• Drafts and maintains procedures and documentation for applications support.
• Work with internal and external auditors to complete annual audit requirements and to remediate and correct any findings.
• Mature the security controls and ensure sufficient security practice enabling Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability in our shared applications.
• Implement a cloud first application strategy that will see all applications shift to SaaS or PaaS platforms over a 5-year period.
• Problem Management L5 - Managing the life cycle of all problems that have occurred or could occur in delivering a service.
• Ensures that appropriate actions are taken to anticipate, investigate, and resolve problems in systems and services, and that these issues are thoroughly documented in the relevant reporting systems.
• Incident Management L5 - Coordinating responses to incident reports, minimising negative impacts and restoring service as quickly as possible.
• Develops, maintains, and tests incident management procedures in agreement with service owners.
• Systems Software L5 - Installing, managing, controlling, deploying, and maintaining infrastructure systems software, to meet operational needs and service levels.
• Software configuration L5 - Designing and deploying software product configurations into software environments or platforms.
• Systems integration and build L5 - Planning, implementing, and controlling activities to synthesise system components to create operational systems, products, or services.
• Change Control L5 - Assessing risks associated with proposed changes and ensuring changes to products, services or systems are controlled and coordinated.
• Continuity Management L5 - Developing, implementing, and testing a business continuity framework.
• Product Management L5 - Managing and developing products or services through their full life cycle from inception, growth, maturity, decline to retirement.

The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role:

• Experience in a lead applications or product manager or similar role, preferably within government or enterprise environments. 
• Maintains thorough knowledge of recognised industry bodies of knowledge both generic and specific, and knowledge of the business, suppliers, partners, competitors, and clients.
• Strong understanding of software architecture principles, design patterns, and enterprise integration concepts.
• Proven experience as a product manager, senior applications administrator, or a similar role, ideally within government or enterprise environments. 
• Strong understanding of software development principles with demonstrated success, and proficiency in designing and implementing scalable, reliable, and secure software solutions.
• Demonstrated experience in the implementation of shared applications services and the establishment of a well governed applications management principles.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail, exceptional communication, and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Hands-on experience with cloud platforms and SaaS products, with Technology One experience highly regarded.

Required Certifications & Qualifications: 

• Degree in Computer Systems, Computer Science, Product Development, Data Science, or a related field.
• Industry certifications in Microsoft and cloud technologies, as well as enterprise systems in use at the council, and certification in ITIL4.

Why Hume City Council?

A leader in local government, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values:

We’re better, every day: We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn.

We’re in it together: At Hume, everyone matters. We Welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected.

We show up: We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will.

All for Hume: We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do.

We offer a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks, Working with Children Check, and a Criminal Record Check. #LI-Hybrid

• Permanent, Full time
• $97,099.24 per annum plus Superannuation
• Join the Information Technology team

Hume City Council is one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do, ensuring our services are efficient and accessible.

The Applications Administrator will be responsible for the ongoing operation and development of the application shared services ensuring good practice governance and applications lifecycle support for the council. This newly established function will be responsible for the operational lifecycle of council’s applications as well as the continual development and continual improvement of councils’ application ecosystem of currently more than 100+ Council Enterprise Services.

What you’ll be doing:

• Develop application shared services governance procedures, standards, and work instructions to ensure good practice provision of shared applications services. 
• Establish the service catalogue representing application services and establish required product groupings.
• Support the implementation of a cloud first application strategy that will see all applications shift to SaaS or PaaS platforms over a 5-year period.
• Application Support L5 – Delivering management, technical and administrative services to support and maintain live applications.
• Ensures that all requests for support are dealt with in accordance to set standards and procedures.
• Incident Management L4 - Coordinating responses to incident reports, minimising negative impacts and restoring service as quickly as possible.
• Systems Software L4 - Installing, managing, controlling, deploying, and maintaining infrastructure systems software, to meet operational needs and service levels.
• Monitors system software metrics and adjusts configurations for optimum availability and performance.
• Software configuration L4 - Designing and deploying software product configurations into software environments or platforms.
• Systems integration and build L3 - Planning, implementing, and controlling activities to synthesise system components to create operational systems, products, or services.
• Change Control L3 - Assessing risks associated with proposed changes and ensuring changes to products, services or systems are controlled and coordinated.
• Continuity Management L3 - Developing, implementing, and testing a business continuity framework.

The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role:

• Experience in administering and configuring enterprise applications or similar role, preferably within government or enterprise environments.
• Strong understanding of software governance principles, design patterns, and enterprise integration concepts. 
• Experience in governing, operating, and delivering scalable, reliable, and secure software solutions.
• Demonstrated experience as an applications administrator or in a similar role is required, with a preference for experience in government or complex organizational environments.
• Strong understanding of software development principles and practices, with proven ability to maintain scalable, reliable, and secure software solutions
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms and SaaS products is essential, with experience in Technology One considered highly advantageous. 
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities are needed to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Required Certifications & Qualifications:

• A degree in Computer Systems, Computer Science, Product Development, Data Science, or a related field is preferred. Relevant industry certifications, such as in Microsoft and cloud technologies, and ITIL4 certification are also desired, along with familiarity with the enterprise systems used at the council.

Why Hume City Council?

A leader in local government, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values:

We’re better, every day: We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn.

We’re in it together: At Hume, everyone matters. We Welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected.

We show up: We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will.

All for Hume: We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do.

We offer a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks, Working with Children Check, and a Criminal Record Check. #LI-Hybrid

• 2 x Full time, permanent roles available 
• Band 6 role, $97,099.24 + Superannuation 
• Help enhance the health and wellbeing outcomes for the Hume Community

Hume City Council is one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do, ensuring our services are efficient and accessible.

The Community Health and Wellbeing Officer (CHWO) position is responsible for the implementation and evaluation of Councils health promotion initiatives as derived through the Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plan (MPHWP).  The position engages with the community to analyse and interpret emerging social issues and trends and provide advice and direction to Council, and key stakeholders.

What you’ll be doing:

• Initiate, design and implement projects that aim to enhance the health and wellbeing outcomes for the Hume Community
• Utilise a systems base approach to address the health and wellbeing needs of the Hume community and actively seek opportunities to collaborate with relevant Stakeholders
• Support policy development which aims to improve health and wellbeing outcomes for the Hume community.
• Support the development and contribute to the implementation of key council planning documents including the Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plan (MPHWP) and Hume Positive Ageing Strategy (HPAS).
• Engage and collaborate with local workplaces, schools, and community groups to implement best practice health promotion initiatives.
• Analyse and interpret emerging issues and trends and provide advice to the organisation regarding any likely implications for service planning and/or provision. 
• Support the design of program and projects activities that will deliver the priorities and outcomes for community. 
• Gather a wide range of inputs and conduct needs analysis on issues and the Portfolio’s priorities to support the development of appropriate strategies, plans, policies, programs, projects, and initiatives.  
• Ensure an evidence based approach to social policy reviews and development through contextual and demographic analysis, stakeholder engagement, best practice directions and research. 

The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role:

• Tertiary or higher degree in Public Health, Health Promotion, Social Planning, Community Development or similar field; and relevant experience, or lesser formal qualifications with significant experience.
• Experience in developing and implementing broad strategies to achieve health prevention objectives, particularly in the context of influencing public policy, health systems, or population based behavioural change.
• Experience of working within a diverse client base as well as new and emerging communities.
• Experience in working on multiple programs, projects, and teams with diverse skillsets. 
• Demonstrated experience in the development and implementation of social policy frameworks, plans and strategies. 
• Proven skills and abilities to analyse and interpret emerging social issues and trends.  
• Demonstrated ability to review, develop and implement improved systems and processes to enhance organisation efficiency and effectiveness.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills including an ability to write reports, plans, and submissions, deliver oral presentations and use social media.
• The ability to liaise with a wide range of health and welfare agencies and maintain effective partnerships.

Why Hume City Council?

A leader in local government, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values:

We’re better, every day: We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn.

We’re in it together: At Hume, everyone matters. We Welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected.

We show up: We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will.

All for Hume: We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do.

We offer a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks, Working with Children Check, and a Criminal Record Check.

• Permanent Full time
• $123k - $137k + Superannuation
• Join the Information Technology team

Hume City Council is one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do, ensuring our services are efficient and accessible.

We're looking for a dynamic Infrastructure and Cloud Team Leader with a strong focus on cloud technology to join our innovative IT department. In this role, you will work with and guide a team of skilled professionals in designing, implementing, and managing our on-prem infrastructure and cloud environments. The ideal candidate will possess experience with cloud platforms such as Azure and demonstrate a thorough understanding of cloud architecture, DevOps practices, and infrastructure automation. Your responsibilities will include furthering cloud adoption while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions that align with our strategic goals. If you are a visionary leader with a passion for cloud technologies and a proven track record in infrastructure management, we invite you to bring your expertise to our forward-thinking organization.

What you’ll be doing:

• Ensure System Reliability and Performance: Maintain and optimize the performance of infrastructure and cloud services to ensure high availability and reliability.
• Security and Compliance: Implement robust security measures and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Cost Management: Optimize costs associated with infrastructure and cloud services, ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Scalability and Flexibility: Design and manage scalable and flexible infrastructure to support business growth and changing needs.
• Innovation and Improvement: Continuously seek and implement improvements and innovations in infrastructure and cloud technologies.
• Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity: Develop and maintain disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity in case of disruptions.
• Team Leadership and Development: Lead and develop the infrastructure and cloud team, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning.
• Effectively communicate with stakeholders to align infrastructure and cloud strategies with business objectives.

The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role:

• Experience working at the Senior level in Enterprise Infrastructure required
• Strong Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to effectively engage and manage relationships with key stakeholders.
• Team Management: Essential skills in leading and managing teams to achieve organizational goals.
• Experience working with an automated service desk system and adhering to Service Level Agreements (SLAs)/key performance indicators required
• Expert knowledge of classic networking design, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, and firewalls.
• Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V.
• Experience of Microsoft Azure Cloud operating environments and hybrid cloud architectures..
• Industry certifications in Microsoft and Cloud technologies 
• Certification in ITIL4, Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect Expert – Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate or Microsoft Cyber Security Architect
• Experience in a leading applications or product manager or similar role, preferably within government or enterprise environments.
• Strong understanding of infrastructure and security architecture principles, design patterns, and enterprise integration concepts.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Why Hume City Council?

A leader in local government, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values:

We’re better, every day: We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn.

We’re in it together: At Hume, everyone matters. We Welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected.

We show up: We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will.

All for Hume: We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do.

We offer a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks, Working with Children Check, and a Criminal Record Check. #LI-Hybrid

• Permanent Part time 22.5 hours per week, working pattern Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 7:55am to 5:10pm
• $75,252.28 per annum (pro rata) plus Superannuation
• Join the Customer Experience team

Hume City Council is one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do, ensuring our services are efficient and accessible.

The Customer Service Officer is responsible for providing a positive customer service experience as first point of contact to Council’s customers.

What you’ll be doing:

• Deliver customer service from any frontline touch-point of the contact centre to deliver an omni-channel experience. This will include phone, face-to-face and online/digital channels, and rotation between customer contact centres within Hume City. 
• Efficiently and effectively manage complaints, enquiries and requests on all of Council’s services and operations.
• Provide accurate, timely and courteous information and assistance to customers in all aspects of Council operations.
• Tailor your approach and interactions to ensure all customers receive an excellent experience.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment which shares responsibility for managing customer enquiries and workloads to deliver positive outcomes for our customers. 
• Undertaken appropriate clerical and administrative tasks associated with customer requests and applications.
• Deliver a proactive and analytical approach to resolving customer interactions through effective questioning, negotiation, and conflict management.
• Develop positive and collaborative working relationships with other business units of Council to achieve positive outcomes for our customers.

The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role:

• Demonstrated experience within high volume contact centre and/or face-to-face environments.
• Experience in using a contact centre systems, including customer management or request tracking systems.
• High level of discretion, diplomacy, and confidentiality in dealing with members of the general public.
• Ability to establish good and respectful working relationships with all Council staff and other.
• Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills to empathetically manage customer enquiries and sensitively manage customers displaying challenging behaviours.
• A broad organisational knowledge and understanding of current Council and community issues.
• Commitment to quality customer service provision and ability to follow through all enquiries effectively and efficiently.
• Able to provide a high level of customer service in a multiskilled contact centre environment and face-to-face environment.
• Experience working in an administrative environment with a strong customer and team focus.
• Good written communication skills to enable the preparation of routine correspondence and record keeping.

Why Hume City Council?

A leader in local government, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values:

We’re better, every day: We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn.

We’re in it together: At Hume, everyone matters. We Welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected.

We show up: We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will.

All for Hume: We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do.

We offer a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks, Working with Children Check, and a Criminal Record Check. #LI-Hybrid

• Fixed Term Contract for 6 months, Part time 15 hours per week
• $97,099.24 per annum (pro rata) plus Superannuation
• Join the Family Youth and Children team

Hume City Council is one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do, ensuring our services are efficient and accessible.

An exciting temporary job share opportunity exists in the Youth Engagement & Pathways Unit to act in the Mental Health, Wellbeing & Leadership Development Officer role for 6 months from January 2025.

We are looking for a dynamic, adaptable, and experienced staff member who can continue to support the regional team and lead the delivery and activation of youth facilities and programs in the Broadmeadows and Roxburgh Park areas.

The role is responsible for supporting a small team, driving the activation of the two youth centres, facility budgets and operations, as well as building local stakeholder partnerships in collaboration with their job share colleague.

What you’ll be doing:

• Plan, develop and deliver programs and supports in regional areas across Hume that align to goals and actions identified in the Connect & Thrive: A Plan for Young People in Hume 2022 – 2026.
• Supervise and guide a team of Youth Support Officers to plan, deliver and evaluate mental health, wellbeing and leadership services and programs for children and young people predominantly aged 6 to 18 years delivered at youth centres and at place-based locations.
• Work with Team Leader Mental Health Wellbeing and Leadership to plan and deliver the activation of the Councils Youth Facilities and place-based locations.
• Mange the operations of the facilities including lease and licence agreements, maintenance, capital works for the youth centres.
• Accurately record and report client and program data relating to Youth Engagement & Pathways Programs.
• To guide and implement the operational functions of the youth facilities and Youth Support Team including overseeing centre and program specific budgets. 
• To lead, support and motivate a team of Youth Support Officers creating an environment where staff can thrive and will deliver positive outcomes for children, young people, families, and the community.
• To develop, deliver and evaluate mental health, wellbeing, and leadership programs in partnership with schools and service providers that respond to the identified needs of children and young people delivered at youth centres and place-based locations.

The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role:

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of current issues and trends for children and young people, and the sector on a local and state-wide basis.
• Recent relevant experience in the design, implementation and evaluation of youth programs or other related activities, with a focus on fostering effective organisational partnerships and engagement with young people and their families, particularly those from isolated and marginalised communities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the ability to gain co-operation and assistance from Government departments, service providers, Council staff, young people, and their families.
• Well-developed written communication skills and the ability to accurately document youth programs and report upon performance and outcomes to Council, funding bodies or other stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and support a team, contributing to an environment that promotes high performance.
• Demonstrated experience in the effective and efficient management of programs and resources including financial and staffing.
• Demonstrated experience in developing collaborative relationships with stakeholders to deliver effective program outcomes.
• Well-developed organisation, project management and time management skills with the ability to implement EEO, OH&S training and development.

Required Certifications & Qualifications: 

• Tertiary qualifications in family, youth and /or community services or a lesser qualification with substantial relevant experience in a closely related area.
• Current National Police Check and Working with Children Check. 

Why Hume City Council?

A leader in local government, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values:

We’re better, every day: We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn.

We’re in it together: At Hume, everyone matters. We Welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected.

We show up: We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will.

All for Hume: We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do.

We offer a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks, Working with Children Check, and a Criminal Record Check. #LI-Hybrid

• Permanent Full Time
• $81,672 - $92,916 per annum plus Superannuation 
• A great time to join the payroll team at Hume City Council

Hume City Council is one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do, ensuring our services are efficient and accessible.

Our payroll team is looking for a Payroll Officer with working knowledge of Chris21 to join our growing team. This role is hybrid and will be based in our Broadmeadows office and is eligible for RDOs.

What you’ll be doing:

• Code & input timesheets and attendance sheets in preparation for processing.
• Ensure all attendance sheets have been received.
• Ensure all pay run input is accurate, balances with batch headers and is completed within payroll time frames.
• Manage production and distribution of pay envelopes and attachments.
• Undertake import of time & attendance files into Chris21 when required.
• Assist with employee master file changes for general employee information.
• Undertake updating of employee personal details, employee personal deductions/superannuation/allowances
• Check and input all new employee information
• Setup Employees on Vision Super website for “Choice of Funds”.
• Ensure the accurate filing of maintenance and personnel records relating to salary rates, Long Service Leave, Annual Leave, Sick Leave, deductions and other payroll related information.

The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role:

• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with the CHRIS21 payroll system highly preferred.
• Be able to assist in the payroll production by receiving, checking and calculating employee timesheets, check input data and pre-payroll reports.
• Carry out customer service enquiries in a timely and efficient manner and ensure external organisations requests are dealt with promptly and courteously.
• Ensure that the maintenance and updating of all personnel records relating to salary rates, Long Service Leave, Annual Leave, Sick Leave deductions and other payroll related information is carried out in a timely and efficient manner to the satisfaction of the Coordinator Payroll.
• Demonstrated ability in the use of a PC, including skills in word processing, spread sheeting and email applications, and the management of one’s own time to achieve set objectives and completion of tasks in a timely manner.
• Proven ability to work under pressure.

Why Hume City Council?

A leader in local government, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values:

We’re better, every day: We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn.

We’re in it together: At Hume, everyone matters. We Welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected.

We show up: We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will.

All for Hume: We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do.

We offer a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks, Working with Children Check, and a Criminal Record Check.

• Fixed Term Contract for 12 months, Full time
• $107,811.66 per annum plus Superannuation
• Join the People & Culture team.

Hume City Council is one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do, ensuring our services are efficient and accessible.

The People & Partnerships Business Partner is a trusted advisor, working in partnership with managers and staff to provide specialist advice and support and develop contemporary people initiatives, plans, and solutions across a range a People and Culture activities.

What you’ll be doing:

• Develop and sustain trusted partnerships with leaders and provide specialist advice on People and Culture functions and processes including recruitment and selection, employment terms and conditions, EEO and anti-discrimination, workplace bullying and sexual harassment, performance management, change management, job evaluation and remuneration structure. 
• Provide advice and support to enable effective case management of workplace conflict, grievances and disputes and other complex people matters, with support from OHS and RTW specialists (when required) to mitigate organisation risk.
• Suggest and promote creative ideas and approaches to improve individual and team performance and encourage and support others to take on new challenges and opportunities.
• Provide high level expertise on Enterprise Agreement interpretation matters and advice on implementation issues. 
• Coach and advise managers on the procedural and legislative requirements of their roles to support capability development and compliance.
• Maintain current knowledge and understanding of Fair Work Act and other related legislation and regulations and provide advice and assist with representation for Council in the Fair Work Commission and industry forums.
• Contribute to People & Culture initiatives, which may include organisational change and consultation, organisation development, HR analytics, employee engagement, diversity and inclusion and learning and development.
• Respond to workplace relations related queries and provide sound information and timely advice.
• Provide advice on remuneration issues and undertake relevant salary remuneration surveys and bench marking in conjunction with current salary data and trends.
• Respond to requests for reports, policies, technical and operational advice in the areas of employee relations and generalist HR.
• Promote and support a harmonious and productive organisational culture and environment and develop effective processes for on-going management of change throughout the Organisation.

The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role:

• Demonstrated experience in HRM relevant to this position, including a sound understanding of strategic HRM processes, systems and techniques required in supporting the organisation’s business objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and participate in projects relating to the development, implementation and review of major organisational HR policies, issues, and initiatives.
• Knowledge and experience in developing and implementing HR policies, systems, and procedures.
• Analytical, investigative, and conceptual skills and knowledge of human resource management and the ability to solve new complex problems and to make decisions that reflect a thorough and appropriate evaluation of needs, policies, goals, and alternative consequences.
• Strong understanding of legal requirements, Acts and regulations associated with all human resource management functions, as well as budgetary requirements.
• Provide specialist advice in regard to Award terms, conditions of employment, legislative requirements, and the application of sound HR practices.
• Highly developed oral and written communication skills and the ability to prepare and present concise, well-structured reports and information to management and staff across Council.

Required Certifications & Qualifications: 

• A tertiary qualification in a discipline relevant to human resource management (HRM) or extensive experience in HRM.

Why Hume City Council?

A leader in local government, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values:

We’re better, every day: We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn.

We’re in it together: At Hume, everyone matters. We Welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected.

We show up: We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will.

All for Hume: We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do.

We offer a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks, Working with Children Check, and a Criminal Record Check. #LI-Hybrid

• Permanent Full Time
• $97,099 per annum plus Superannuation
• Join the amazing Risk Management team

Hume City Council is one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do, ensuring our services are efficient and accessible.

In this role you will support the development of a positive risk management culture at Hume City Council by assisting in the development and implementation of Risk Management initiatives, strategies and practices across the organisation to actively eliminate or minimise risk.

What you’ll be doing:

• Assist in the review and update of Council’s Risk Management Framework to ensure consistent application across Council which pro-actively reduce or mitigate Council’s risk exposure.
• Review and follow up departmental risk management incident notifications.
• Conduct risk reviews across the organisation to ensure the elimination or effective management of risk.
• Assist the Risk Management Lead to deliver of a comprehensive training program for management, staff and contractors to ensure they meet their risk management obligations.
• Maintain a Council wide Risk Register to assist managers in performing their risk management responsibilities including strategic and operational risks.
• Coordinate the maintenance and review of the Council Risk System incorporating Council’s corporate and departmental risk registers.
• Assist in ensuring awareness of Council’s Fraud Control Policy and Fraud Control Plan, and contribute to their review and update.
• Assist the Risk Management Lead to develop Council’s Legislative Compliance framework, monitor Council activities for compliance with relevant legislative requirements, and manage the review and update of the relevant documents and processes.
• Assist with coordination of internal audit activities.
• Assist Risk Management Lead with the preparation of reports to the Audit and Risk Committee and action or follow up items raised.
• Assist the Risk Management Lead to develop, implement, maintain and provide advice and guidance on business continuity plans for the organisation.
• Assist the Risk Management Lead in the annual renewal of Council’s insurance portfolio, including tender processing where relevant.
• Assist the Risk Management Lead undertake the periodic insurance audits conducted by Council’s major insurers and conduct follow up reviews of recommendation actions.

The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role: 

• Tertiary qualifications in a Risk Management or related discipline with relevant experience or less formal qualifications and substantial relevant experience.
• Experience risk management, including privacy and Freedom of Information.
• Demonstrated research and investigative skills and the preparation of reports and policies.
• Experience in auditing, insurance and business continuity.
• High level of written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and industry standards.
• Ability to review, interpret and advise upon contracts, agreements, policies, procedures, and standards.

Why Hume City Council?

A leader in local government, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values:

We’re better, every day: We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn.

We’re in it together: At Hume, everyone matters. We Welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected.

We show up: We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will.

All for Hume: We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do.

We offer a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks, Working with Children Check, and a Criminal Record Check.

• Permanent Full Time
• $107,811 per annum plus Superannuation
• Join the amazing Early Years team

Hume City Council is one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do, ensuring our services are efficient and accessible.

Hume City Council EYM provides high quality educational programs across 34 services within the Hume municipality. We operate sessional kindergarten, long day and occasional care programs. The role of the Quality and Pedagogy Co-Ordinator is an essential leadership role to support and enhance the capacity of Hume Leadership teams to provide quality pedagogical support and coaching to centre based Educational Leaders, Early Childhood Teachers, and Educators.

What you’ll be doing:

• Support the development of a strong understanding of reflective practice and build a culture of evidenced based practice within Hume Early Years Services.
• Work in partnership with other leadership roles to support their understandings of the significance of developing collaborative strategies to drive change and improvement.
• Provide mentoring and coaching direction that encourages professional growth, skills development, commitment, and continuous improvement across and within teams.
• Undertake and support the formal mentoring/induction and ongoing supervision process for new coaches or other quality related roles (SRF lead).
• Developing an annual calendar of professional learning opportunities and training for Early Years staff including supporting their capacity to enhance understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework and the pedagogical practice expectations of the National Quality Standard and the Hume Practice Guide.
• Contribute to a Hume’s organisational knowledge of Early Years by monitoring priorities and challenges that arise out of conferences, seminars, State and National Education Reforms and other factors impacting quality service delivery.
• Supporting the Department of Family, Youth and Children to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focused on providing high quality learning for children.
• Building and sustaining positive relationships with other Coordinators, Regional Coordinators, and Team Leaders to establish a shared agenda for professional support and quality improvement within Hume.
• Maintain a current understanding of the complex nature of service delivery within Hume services and the broader sector and how this impacts quality.
• Create a culture of solution focused and proactive approaches to the improvement of quality practices for the delivery of Hume Early Years services.

The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role: .

• Working knowledge of the relevant legislations pertaining to the field of Early Childhood including Child Safe Standards and Reportable Conduct.
• Working knowledge of, and ability to administer the Quality systems (such as National Quality Standards) and processes related to Assessment & Rating.
• Experience in School Readiness Funding planning, acquittals and goals.
• Demonstrated experience in contributing to policy development and designing and implementing systems, procedures and programs to influence quality.
• Highly developed written and oral communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of Child Safety Standards and contemporary pedagogical practice
• Proven experience in the quality operation of early years’ services with a demonstrated ability to motivate and support practice change.

Required Certifications & Qualifications:

• Bachelor or Masters Degree in Early Childhood with several years’ relevant experience.
• Current driver’s licence.

Why Hume City Council?

A leader in local government, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values:

We’re better, every day: We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn.

We’re in it together: At Hume, everyone matters. We Welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected.

We show up: We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will.

All for Hume: We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do.

We offer a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks, Working with Children Check, and a Criminal Record Check.

• Permanent, Full-time
• $97,099.24 per annum plus Superannuation
• Join the Family Youth and Children team

Hume City Council is one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do, ensuring our services are efficient and accessible.

In this role you will lead day to day operations of Early Childhood Services which may include Preschool, Long Day Child Care, Occasional care to ensure Council provide professional, safe, accessible, quality early childhood services within the region.

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead, supervise and coach staff on day-to-day issues relating to service delivery, including compliance and regulatory issues, standard of care requirements, enrolments, liaison with service users, and issue resolution.
• As part of the leadership team, support the development of integrated, innovative early years services that are responsive to the needs of children and families.
• Upskill and support the centres to continue to Exceed the National Quality Standards
• Maintain administrative requirements of early years operations such as time sheets, relief management, invoices and SRF planning and acquittals.
• Lead teams of educators and conduct regular performance evaluations (1/2 yearly reviews), providing constructive feedback and identifying areas for improvement or development.
• Provide oversight and management to the planning and tracking of school readiness funding (SRF).
• Support the development of, and ensure compliance with, policies, systems and procedures that meet best practice requirements and enhance integration and consistency of practice.
• Ensure adherence to performance targets and indicators and compliance with internal and external funding and reporting requirements.

The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role:

• Appropriate experience in the operation of an early years’ service and knowledge of legislative and policy frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and supervise staff.
• Experience in developing programs and implementing policies, procedures and systems relating to children’s services.
• Maintenance of all relevant skills, certificates and licenses to meet regulatory compliance when working as part of the staff child ratio backfilling breaks or other shifts as required.

Required Certifications & Qualifications: 

• Relevant degree or diploma in Early Childhood Development or a related area, with strong relevant experience.
• Current driver’s licence.

Why Hume City Council?

A leader in local government, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values:

We’re better, every day: We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn.

We’re in it together: At Hume, everyone matters. We Welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected.

We show up: We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will.

All for Hume: We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do.

We offer a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks, Working with Children Check, and a Criminal Record Check.

• Permanent, Full time
• $123,766.93 per annum plus Superannuation plus car allowance of up to c. $10k p/a.
• Exciting role in our Major Projects & Precinct team

Hume City Council is one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do, ensuring our services are efficient and accessible.

A s Coordinator Major Projects & Precinct Delivery you will be leading a team of project managers through project development phase, procurement, and construction, all the way to completion & commissioning of the new infrastructure in delivering high value, complex infrastructure projects within the municipality. Projects delivered in this team includes community hub & precinct, sports precincts, redevelopment of open space and flagship projects that Council will be delivering. 

What you’ll be doing:

• Ensure relevant delivery targets for the team is consistently met, through successful delivery of capital projects and programs within the team’s portfolio, which includes team’s budgets.
• Appropriate management of team’s activities, which may include risks, costs, consultation, coordination, contract administration, reporting, and other activities associated with delivery of their portfolio of projects, in accordance with industry best practice and compliance requirements.
• Ensure there are systems & process in place to ensure protection of Council’s interests, risks, and best value, at all times, within the team’s operations.
• Effectively apply appropriate ‘portfolio’ management thinking to ensure team’s portfolio targets are met.
• Implement a culture of ‘customer first’ within the team that aligns with organisational goals & strategies.
• Ability to understand externalities that may apply, including potentially competing business needs, stakeholders impacts and other relevant strategic factors.
• With deep understanding of procurement requirements, develop and implement appropriate procurement strategies that will deliver the team’s capital targets in the most efficient manner.
• Ensure systems and processes in place to ensure appropriate & best practice contract administration is carried out.
• Accountable for high quality documentation of all tenders (including quotation) and associated contracts for projects & programs, delivered by the team.
• Ability to effectively carry out superintending duties under Council’s standard contracts, for all contracts managed by the team.
• Ensure there is appropriate project (or program) governance implemented for all projects (or programs) delivered by the team.
• Ensure there are systems and processes are in place to ensure quality and compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and laws for the team’s activities.
• Ensure there is an effective Strategic and Operational links with relevant departments within Council and assist with the development and implementation of Council Plan objectives, as directed.
• Ensure appropriate engagement methodology are effectively in place and implemented across the team.
• Effectively represent the department and Council in internal, or external forums, as required.
• Management of the people in the team, which as a minimum include management of performance, well-being, and professional development of team members.

The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role:

• Tertiary qualifications in engineering, building, project management or equivalent with experience in the project management and delivery of infrastructure works projects.
• Demonstrate extensive experience in consistently leading a high-performing multi-disciplinary team through complex and sensitive situations.
• Substantial experience in successfully managing substantial portfolio of infrastructure projects ($10m+) within budget and in a timely manner.
• Advanced level of communication & negotiation skills, including written, verbal, presentation skills & report writing.
• Experience and demonstrate understanding of Local Government processes (or similar), operating environment and governance.
• Proven success in implementing process improvement and management of risks, especially in local government capital delivery context.
• Experience in people management and in establishing & maintaining a positive, high-performing culture within a team.
• Current driver’s licence. 

Why Hume City Council?

A leader in local government, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values:

We’re better, every day: We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn.

We’re in it together: At Hume, everyone matters. We Welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected.

We show up: We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will.

All for Hume: We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do.

We offer a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks, Working with Children Check, and a Criminal Record Check.

•  Permanent Full-time
• $75,252.28 per annum plus Superannuation
• Join the City Lifestyle team

Hume City Council is one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do, ensuring our services are efficient and accessible.

To provide high quality administrative support to the City Lifestyle Department, including the Department Manager, supporting the effective and efficient delivery of services to the Hume community.

What you’ll be doing:

• Communicate with City Lifestyle staff to develop, maintain and improve office systems, procedures, and protocols to ensure compliance with Council policies, procedures, and guidelines and to meet Department objectives.
• Provide diary and appointment management to the Manager City Lifestyle.
• Support the processing and production of correspondence, reports, minutes, reports, and discussion papers initiated within the Department.
• Coordinate Department approvals and provide quality assurance of formal correspondence. This includes assistance for the Council rolling program and Councillor requests and queries, when required.
• Respond to internal and external requests for information, customer requests, and under the guidance of the manager prepare / reply to general correspondence.
• Schedule meetings, appointments, and support the planning and delivery of departmental meetings and events. This includes arranging catering, booking venues, minute taking, and advising participants and external stakeholders as required.
• Undertake Human Resources processes in the recruitment of staff for the City Lifestyle Department.
• Support the Arts, Culture and Events team in administrative matters, including permitting and events administration support.

The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role:

• Demonstrated administrative experience in supporting the effective and efficient operation of a department or similar, including preparation / reply to general correspondence, support purchasing/invoicing requirements, recordkeeping / CP Content manager and the collation of reports and briefing notes.
• Commitment to quality customer service provision and the ability to follow through all enquiries effectively and efficiently.
• Demonstrated ability in dealing with difficult situations, resolving problems, and presenting a positive image of Council.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a broad range of people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. The ability to speak community languages would be advantageous, however is not essential.
• Ability to follow policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Knowledge of Council software applications including Finance One, CP Content Manager, Microsoft SharePoint and Teams is desirable.

Required Certifications & Qualifications: 

• Recognised qualifications in administration, or similar, or relevant experience in administration with lesser formal qualifications
• Current driver’s licence.

Why Hume City Council?

A leader in local government, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values:

We’re better, every day: We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn.

We’re in it together: At Hume, everyone matters. We Welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected.

We show up: We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will.

All for Hume: We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do.

We offer a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks, Working with Children Check, and a Criminal Record Check.

• Fixed term contract for 12 months, Full Time 
• $97,099.24 per annum plus Superannuation + monthly RDO 
• A fantastic opportunity to join and to establish your reputation as a trusted advisor across the organisation.

Hume City Council is one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do, ensuring our services are efficient and accessible.

This is an exciting opportunity within the Strategic Communications department to develop and deliver internal communications campaigns, events, and projects that foster an engaged and informed workforce.

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead and contribute to the continuous improvement of Council's internal communications channels, including the end-to-end delivery of internal communications campaigns. Foster strong relationships with leadership and cross-functional teams to identify communication gaps and ensure cohesive messaging that aligns with the organisation’s goals and culture.
• Act as a brand advocate, positioning Hume City Council’s values and achievements prominently, while encouraging employees to embody and promote the brand both internally and externally.
• Lead the content strategy for Hume City Council’s LinkedIn and other platforms to highlight staff successes and promote the organisation as an employer of choice.
• Support delivery of the corporate events calendar, including our annual employee recognition event. 
• Maintain and optimise the intranet, SharePoint, and other digital platforms to ensure they serve as effective, engaging resources for staff, promoting timely and relevant information sharing.
• Provide guidance and training to teams on effective internal communication practices and the proficient use of SharePoint and other digital tools for collaboration.

The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role:

• Demonstrated experience supporting internal/ corporate communications initiatives and campaigns.
• Demonstrated high-level writing, editing, proofing skills with a demonstrated ability to translate complex technical information and write clearly for a wide range of audiences in a variety of styles.
• Demonstrated significant experience in planning, developing, and implementing internal communications strategies using printed publications, social media, online and digital communications to achieve organisational objectives.
• A strong understanding of local, state, and federal government and experience working in a political environment.
• Ability to gain the cooperation and assistance of people from diverse backgrounds and cultures, to achieve the objectives of this position.
• Specialist written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to write in a clear, concise, and understandable manner.

Required Certifications & Qualifications: 

• Tertiary qualifications in marketing, communications, public relations, or journalism with demonstrated experience in this field, or less formal qualifications with substantial experience in a marketing, communications, public relations, journalism, or similar position.
• Current driver’s licence.

For any enquiries, please contact Tarone Van Niekerk at [email protected].

To apply for this position please click on the “Apply” button below.

Why Hume City Council?

A leader in local government, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values:

We’re better, every day: We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn.

We’re in it together: At Hume, everyone matters. We Welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected.

We show up: We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will.

All for Hume: We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do.

We offer a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks, Working with Children Check, and a Criminal Record Check. #LI-Hybrid

• Permanent Part-time minimum 15 hours per week
• $67,110.99 per annum (pro rata) plus Superannuation
• Join the Community Health & Wellbeing team.

Hume City Council is one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do, ensuring our services are efficient and accessible.

To provide a reliable, flexible, and safe service to eligible people to remain living independently in their home and community.

What you’ll be doing:

• Assist with the safe storage, ordering, receiving, and delivery of meals.
• Transport meals in accordance with daily instructions.
• Deliver meals specified by Supervisor Food Services or administration officer and in accordance with Food Safety Standards and Best Practices, Guidelines and Unit’s procedures.
• Monitor client’s well-being, including the clients’ environment, physical appearance, and cognitive state. Report any concerns to Supervisor Food Services.
• Develop a positive and respectful relationship with the client and address them courteously and professionally.
• Where necessary assist in introducing clients to delivery procedures when commencing meals.
• Distribute and provide menus to clients and assist with menu choices where required.
• Collect menus from client in timely manner.
• Report client changes to the Supervisor Food Services.
• Provide clients with relevant documentation/forms and information on menu changes and assist clients with menu choices, as directed by Supervisor Food Services.

The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role:

• Monitor the wellbeing and other circumstances of clients. Actively observe while undertaking work and discuss any observed changes with the supervisor immediately.
• Monitor and advise of dangers or risks in and around environments where clients live and advise supervisor of concerns about client’s safety and wellbeing.
• Strong skills in relationship building with individuals from a broad range of backgrounds, ages, and abilities, whilst maintaining cultural sensitivity.
• Capacity to work effectively with Council officers, service providers, seniors, and community groups.
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills
• Strong skills in relationship building with individuals from a broad range of backgrounds, ages, and abilities, whilst maintaining cultural sensitivity.
• Experience in the food service industry.

Required Certifications & Qualifications:

• Food Handlers Certificate Level 1
• Knowledge of the delivery of CHSP/ HACC services and Café Meals program within local government.
• Current Level 2 First Aid Certificate
• Current driver’s licence.

Why Hume City Council?

A leader in local government, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values:

We’re better, every day: We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn.

We’re in it together: At Hume, everyone matters. We Welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected.

We show up: We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will.

All for Hume: We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do.

We offer a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks, Working with Children Check, and a Criminal Record Check.

• Permanent, Full-time
• $75,252.28 per annum plus Superannuation
• The role will be base at Broadmeadows Community Hub

Hume City Council is one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do, ensuring our services are efficient and accessible.

To provide a high level of general office administration tasks that supports the Broadmeadows Community Centre Leader.

What you’ll be doing:

• Manage appropriate systems to ensure effective and efficient day-to-day administration including general correspondence, purchasing, document management, collation of data and reports.
• Administer the Centre’s booking system, including point of contact enquiries, including the maintenance of and adherence to the booking system and administration of accounting processes.
• Ensure effective and efficient day-to-day operation of the Broadmeadows Community Hub as per the Operations Manual.
• Ensure the centre is maintained and well presented to a high standard and any maintenance and cleaning issues are dealt with promptly through liaison with the Council’s Facilities Management Team.
• Help promote and support the participation of a wide range of users including tenants in the facility and Council programs through collaborative approaches and maintenance of day-to-day facility operational functions.
• Assist the community by providing accurate information and advice about Council services in a polite, friendly, and professional manner.
• Assist with the setting and packing up of the hire spaces in accordance with the needs of the user groups.

The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role:

• Knowledge and/or proficiency in the use of facility booking and administration systems within a community setting.
• Proficiency in the application of standard office administration and clerical procedures and practices.
• Commitment to quality customer service provision and the ability to follow through all enquiries effectively and efficiently.
• Good interpersonal skills and proven ability to communicate effectively and gain co-operation and assistance from customers and colleagues, particularly in a multicultural setting. 
• Ability to work as a member of a team committed to providing efficient and quality customer service.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and demonstrated ability to gain cooperation and assistance from customers and colleagues.

Required Certifications & Qualifications: 

• A nationally recognised Certificate in a related discipline (Administration or Customer Service) or relevant experience.
• Current driver’s licence.

Why Hume City Council?

A leader in local government, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values:

We’re better, every day: We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn.

We’re in it together: At Hume, everyone matters. We Welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected.

We show up: We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will.

All for Hume: We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do.

We offer a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks, Working with Children Check, and a Criminal Record Check. #LI-Hybrid

• Permanent, Part-time 22.8 hours per week
• $81,672.54 per annum (pro rata) plus Superannuation
• Join the Inclusion and Service Planning Team

Hume City Council is one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do, ensuring our services are efficient and accessible.

We are looking for a Playgroup Support Officer who will oversee establishing and maintaining community playgroups within Hume City Council (HCC).
This rewarding opportunity exists for an enthusiastic and innovative person to work as part of the HCC Playgroup team.

What you’ll be doing:

• To initiate, establish and maintain community playgroups within Hume City Council (HCC) to address local community needs.
• To act as a key contact to community members and local providers to access a range of information about playgroups and other early years programs and events.
• Support the establishment of community playgroups with a focus on early childhood development.
• Respect, respond to, and promote the flexibility of playgroups responsive to individual group, family, and child needs.
• Actively engage relevant stakeholders to promote the importance of Playgroups and to establish connection between various early years services.
• Support parents and families to find and access a playgroup that meet the individual needs of the family.
• Maintain accurate records of support given to community groups and individual families to support engagement.
• Create and maintain Memorandum of Understandings (MOU’s) between community playgroups, the PSO role and facilities where playgroups are held that clearly outline the rights and responsibilities of each partner.
• Develop and actively promote a collaborative network with community-based playgroup facilitators and other support services for the purpose of identifying and delivering professional development opportunities.
• To support activities related to the wider Inclusion and Service Planning team by participating in Best Start, Central Registration, PSFO and Playgroup initiatives.

The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role:

• Knowledge of and expertise in issues related to the needs of families and young children.
• Demonstrated ability in working with families in a community setting, specifically children 0-6 years.
• Understanding of the function of the position including relevant policies, regulations and precedents including Child Safe Standards.
• Knowledge of and expertise in working with CALD communities.
• Ability to identify family needs and expectations and respond accordingly.
• Demonstrated ability to develop collaborative relationships and partnerships with community and key stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate effectively and gain co-operation, both verbally and in written form with team members and key stakeholders and with families from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Relevant experience in working with families and young children and facilitating parenting programs.
• Experience in organising and leading children's events and activities will be well regarded.

Required Certifications & Qualifications:

• Appropriate tertiary qualifications in social science, early childhood services or social work. 
• Current driver’s licence.

For any enquiries, please contact Tania Ellul [email protected] To apply for this position please click on the “Apply” button below.

Why Hume City Council?

A leader in local government, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values:

We’re better, every day: We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn.

We’re in it together: At Hume, everyone matters. We Welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected.

We show up: We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will.

All for Hume: We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do.

We offer a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks, Working with Children Check, and a Criminal Record Check. #LI-Hybrid

• Permanent, Full time
• $81,672.54 per annum plus Superannuation
• Join the Active Living team

Hume City Council is one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do, ensuring our services are efficient and accessible.

Ensure the provision of high-quality aquatic and recreation opportunities to Hume City Council residents, by providing safe, friendly, inclusive and welcoming environments through leading the delivery of high-quality aquatic supervision, services and operations.

What you’ll be doing:

• Support the Coordinator Aquatic Services in the development and review of risk assessments, policies, procedures, and work instructions relating to Aquatic Supervision and Services. 
• These systems / processes will focus on ensuring the health, safety and service for all members of the public, staff and contractors using the facilities through compliance with the Safer Public Pools Code of Practice, Royal Lifesaving Society’s Guidelines for Safe Pool Operations and other relevant regulations, organisational Policies / procedures standards, guidelines, and industry best practises.
• This position is responsible for the implementation, monitoring and review of such systems / processes within the facility. 
• Support the Coordinator Aquatic Services in the development and review of risk assessments, policies, procedures, and work instructions relating to Aquatic Operations (including Water Quality and Pool Operations).
• These systems / processes will focus on ensuring the health and safety for all members of the public, staff and contractors using the facilities through compliance with the Public Health and Wellbeing Regulations, Water Quality Guidelines and other relevant regulations, organisational policies / procedures, standards, guidelines, and industry best practises.
• In conjunction with the Coordinator Aquatic Services, support the development and implementation of processes for Duty Supervisors to deliver high quality day to day operations in the key Aquatic Operation areas.  These include:
  • Aquatic Supervision: day to day rostering and management of lifeguards
  • Water Quality management: day to day monitoring (pool tests) and corrective actions (ie.  chemical dosing)
  • Pool Plant Operations: day to day monitoring (inspections), routine maintenance (backwashing / cleaning), troubleshooting common issues and a clear escalation process to address operational issues.
• In conjunction with the Coordinator Compliance and Safety, Coordinator Aquatic Services, Aquatic Operation Team Leaders at other Facilities and other relevant leaders, prepare and undertake Pool Safety Assessments on an annual basis.
• Support all leaders in providing professional development opportunities for staff, to promote skills development, building opportunities for staff to progress within the organisation.

The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role:

• Knowledge and demonstrated understanding of current recreation trends.
• Knowledge and demonstrated understanding of Royal Lifesaving Society ‘Guidelines for Safe Pool Operation’, and other relevant guidelines and regulations.
• Ability to gain cooperation and communicate both verbally and in writing to a broad range of people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Effective public speaking and writing skills including the delivery of training relevant to Aquatic Services.
• Knowledge and demonstrated understanding of pool plant and equipment operation.
• Demonstrated promotional and public relation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to relate to and resolve problems, in general and with other Council departments in the provision of recreational services.
• Ability to identify customer needs and expectations, decide the appropriate action and respond accordingly.

Required Certifications & Qualifications: 

• Tertiary qualifications relating to recreational management or a similar field OR relevant experience in aquatic operations management coordination and delivery.
• Current Pool Lifeguard Award.
• Current Provide First Aid (Level 2) Certificate.
• Aquatic Technical Operation (Pool Operation) Certificate or demonstrated experience, skills and knowledge in operating public pool plant and equipment.
• Current Employee Working with Children Check
• Current driver’s licence.

Why Hume City Council?

A leader in local government, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values:

We’re better, every day: We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn.

We’re in it together: At Hume, everyone matters. We Welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected.

We show up: We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will.

All for Hume: We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do.

We offer a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks, Working with Children Check, and a Criminal Record Check. 

• Fixed term contract for 7 months, Full-time
• $75,252.28 per annum plus Superannuation
• Join the Planning & Development team

Hume City Council is one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do, ensuring our services are efficient and accessible.

The role involves providing high-level office administration to support the Planning & Development Department, ensuring its functions and responsibilities are delivered accurately, efficiently, professionally, and in accordance with Council policies, procedures, and relevant legislation, while also delivering excellent customer service to both internal and external stakeholders.

What you’ll be doing:

• Ensure that all Departmental administrative tasks are undertaken in a professional and timely manner.
• Processing of applications, lodgments, referrals, advertisement and permit documentation, archive and file maintenance, data processing and mail, notices, orders, infringements, debtors, and invoicing. 
• Providing word and data processing support to the Planning & Development Department.
• Compile and process reports, submissions and other documents prepared by officers to customers, residents, ratepayers, and stakeholders including statutory authorities and Council’s other operational areas.
• Provide customer service, administrative support, and information to internal and external customers of the Planning & Development Department.
• Ensure that personal work plans, objectives and priorities are prepared and maintained to ensure personal workloads, timelines, and rosters are managed and achieved. 
• Ensure compliance with the relevant quality systems and policies of the Council.

The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role:

• Understanding of the functions, policies and procedures associated with the statutory planning and/or building control industry. 
• Well-developed knowledge of the various aspects and requirements of the Building and Development Approvals System in Victoria from a customer service and administrative perspective.
• The occupant is required to regularly liaise with internal and external customers.
• Ability to empathise with and respond to the needs and feelings of colleagues and customers in a constructive and positive manner. 
• Ability to identify customer needs and expectations, decide the appropriate action and respond accordingly.
• Ability to gain co-operation and communicate both verbally and in written form with a broad range of people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Highly developed interpersonal and communications skills. 

Why Hume City Council?

A leader in local government, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values:

We’re better, every day: We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn.

We’re in it together: At Hume, everyone matters. We Welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected.

We show up: We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will.

All for Hume: We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do.

We offer a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks, Working with Children Check, and a Criminal Record Check. #LI-Hybrid

• Permanent, Full-time
• $123,766.93 to $137,491.06 p/a plus Superannuation, plus vehicle allowance of up to $13,000 p/a
• Leadership role within our Waste & Sustainability team

Hume City Council is one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do, ensuring our services are efficient and accessible.

Part of the Waste and Sustainability department, the Resource Recovery Centres and Closed Landfills unit manages the environmental compliance, remediation, and rehabilitation of Council’s closed landfills, in addition to managing the operations of Council’s two Resource Recovery Centres. 

What you’ll be doing:

• Provide effective leadership and management of the Landfills and Resource Recovery Centres unit, to engage and motivate employees to demonstrate organisational values aligned behaviour, and to optimally achieve service standards. 
• Develop leadership skills within the unit, maximising the contribution of senior staff, supervisors, team leaders and employees.
• Coordinate, lead, and maximise the performance of the Landfills and Resource Recovery Centres unit by participating in in the induction, recruitment, performance management and training (internal and external) of employees, including effectively and proactively performing as a member of Waste and Sustainability leadership group.
• Coordinate, develop and oversee the services delivered by the Landfills and Resource Recovery Centres unit, including closed landfill environmental monitoring and compliance, and Resource Recovery Centre operations including customer service, resource recovery, material handling and transport, recycled goods store (tip shop) operations. 
• Coordinate the unit’s senior staff, including the Operations Supervisor and Team Leaders, to maintain a high level of customer service, and to resolve service delivery issues pertaining to Landfills and Resource Recovery Centre services.
• Coordinate, plan, develop, and implement relevant actions from Council’s strategic documents, including the Waste and Resource Recovery Strategy 2022-2030, ensuring the timely achievement of actions and requirements. 
• Actively contribute to the development of the department Business Plan, ensuring the timely and effective delivery of actions related to the activities of the Landfills and Resource Recovery Centres unit. 
• Undertake public consultation, as required, in relation to proposed strategies, policies, works and services within the Landfills and Resource Recovery Centres unit. 
• Ensure the Landfills and Resource Recovery Centres unit is customer focused.
• Develop, implement, and monitor service quality and delivery benchmarks to meet Council and community expectations.
• Develop and manage the Landfills and Resource Recovery Centres unit's budget, including fees and charges, ensuring optimal resource utilisation and financial sustainability. 
• Monitor the financial performance of the Landfills and Resource Recovery Centres unit, including the provision of forecasts, projections, and the development of financial reports.
• Ensure the Landfills and Resource Recovery Centres unit operates within an appropriate policy framework, consistent with corporate policies and practices, supporting the delivery of services and programs. 
• Ensure all required compliance reporting, including landfill Annual Reports and responses to Environmental Action Notices and Site Management Orders are completed to the required standard and submitted on-time.

The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role:

• Demonstrated supervisory and leadership skills and ability to manage and lead a diverse team of multi-disciplinary staff, preferably in an operational context within a Local Government environment. 
• Demonstrated experience complying with and working to Occupational Health and Safety regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Experience and working knowledge across a number of functional areas in the waste industry.
• Experience, knowledge and understanding of a range of services disciplines, activities, and delivery within a Local Government environment.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the Landfills and Resource Recovery Centres team.
• Highly developed planning skills, including the ability to develop design and implement standards and policy across a range of activities.
• Well-developed customer service and communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly with people from a variety of backgrounds. 
• Build strong partnerships with internal and external customers to understand their needs and expectations.

Required Certifications & Qualifications:

• Tertiary qualifications in engineering, environmental science, management, or a related discipline with relevant experience working in the field.
• Current driver’s licence (experience driving light vehicles off-road/at landfills preferred).

Why Hume City Council?

A leader in local government, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values:

We’re better, every day: We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn.

We’re in it together: At Hume, everyone matters. We Welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected.

We show up: We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will.

All for Hume: We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do.

We offer a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks, Working with Children Check, and a Criminal Record Check. #LI-Hybrid

• Permanent, Full-time
• $107,811.66 per annum plus Superannuation
• Join the Family Youth and Children team

Hume City Council is one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do, ensuring our services are efficient and accessible.

Manage the provision of early childhood services within a region, to provide viable, high-quality services that comply with legislative and capacity requirements.

What you’ll be doing:

• Provide high-level management of services in a region to ensure they operate efficiently, cost effectively, and contribute to a robust quality early years’ service system. The services include 3- and 4-year-old Preschool, Long Day Child Care and Occasional Care.
• Ensure adherence to performance and outcome targets and indicators and compliance with internal and external reporting requirements.
• Work in collaboration with other members of the Family, Youth and Children’s Services Leadership Team to contribute to the identification and implementation of strategic directions and achievement of goals and actions identified in the whole Family, Youth and Children’s Services Department portfolio areas.
• Support the development of systems, policies, procedures, and practice guidelines and, within a region, ensure implementation, compliance, and consistency of practice. 
• Provide leadership and support to Regional Team Leader/s, implement strategic planning objectives, and establish frameworks for staff development and performance.
• Foster a commitment to a customer service culture, ensuring high standards of communication and cooperation within the unit and emphasises shared accountability for satisfying recipient needs.
• Provide opportunities for families to participate in service planning activities in a manner that is valued and recognises individual family needs, relationships, and cultural backgrounds.
• Work as a member of the Family, Youth and Children’s Services Leadership Team and the broader organisation to design appropriate change management and implementation plans in response to the early years reform agenda timelines and critical milestones.
• Support the implementation of Child Safe Standards, information sharing processes and initiate Reportable Conduct investigation processes.

The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role:

• Demonstrated ability to comply with relevant legislation, government policies, guidelines and standards related to Family Youth and Children’s Services.
• High level liaison and collaboration skills, to support, influence and gain cooperation and maintain effective partnerships and networks. 
• Ability to deal with complex and difficult situations and the ability to liaise and collaborate with counterparts in own organisation and in other organisations to resolve specialist problems.
• A conceptual understanding of the theory and practice in early childhood development and service provision. 
• Working knowledge of the relevant legislations pertaining to the field of Early Childhood. 
• Working knowledge of, and ability to administer the Quality systems (such as National Quality Standards) and process.
• Sound knowledge of Commonwealth and State funding agreements.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing policy, strategies, and programs relevant to young children and families.

Required Certifications & Qualifications: 

• A degree and several years’ experience in Early Childhood Development or a diploma qualification with extensive relevant experience.

Why Hume City Council?

A leader in local government, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values:

We’re better, every day: We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn.

We’re in it together: At Hume, everyone matters. We Welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected.

We show up: We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will.

All for Hume: We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do.

We offer a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks, Working with Children Check, and a Criminal Record Check. #LI-Hybrid

• Permanent, Full time
• $123,766.93 per annum plus Superannuation
• Join the Finance team

Hume City Council is one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do, ensuring our services are efficient and accessible.

Ensure the accurate and timely preparation of annual financial statements in accordance with Australian accounting standards and local government regulations, while maintaining the integrity of financial assets and overseeing a robust internal audit process.

What you’ll be doing:

• Development of the Annual Financial Statements in accordance with Australian accounting standards and local government regulations.
• Liaise with the internal auditor - accountability to effectively communicate and collaborate with the internal auditor, while also taking responsibility for investigating and implementing recommended improvements in internal control processes. This includes analysing audit findings, developing action plans, and ensuring their implementation to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of internal controls.
• Responsible for providing a comprehensive audit trail, documenting all actions taken, and verifying the quality of the implemented improvements.
• Developing the long-term capital works budget for the organisation.
• Accounting for Developer Contributions and acquitting the developer contributions against the capital works expenditure.
• Maintaining the integrity of the financial assets within the asset management system.
• Preparation of the quarterly financial Capital works reports
• Maintain the long-term budget model.
• Knowledge and understanding of implementing personnel practices and staff development schemes, whilst contributing to long term staffing strategies.

The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role:

• Responsibility in policy formulation with well-developed analytical, investigative and system problem solving skills. Essentially obtaining the ability to consider potential risks, benefits and trade-offs associated with each policy option.
• Excellent computer skills including proficiency in the application of Excel to obtain data from a mainframe system for manipulation in a networked PC environment.
• Skills and knowledge of management reporting procedures and processes including the preparation of monthly reports.
• Ability to adapt communication style to different individuals and situations in order to lead, motivate and develop others.
• Networking abilities to cultivate professional connections and alliances including the capacity to identify stakeholder needs and expectations, decide the appropriate action and respond accordingly.
• Assessing critically diverse alternatives, considering their potential outcomes, risks, and implications. The incumbent must navigate complex scenarios and synthesise information to produce well-informed recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and consult with senior management, team leaders and staff at all levels including external stakeholders, to achieve organisational outcomes and solve specialist problems.
• Ability to gain the cooperation of and establishing positive working relationships with Managers, Supervisors, peers, and stakeholders, including facilitation and leadership skills to deliver organisational outcomes.
• A knowledge of the operations and requirements of Local Government accounting is highly desirable.

Required Certifications & Qualifications: 

• Tertiary qualifications in the field of accounting, commerce, or a related discipline with substantial practical experience in a similar environment.
• CPA/CA qualified

Why Hume City Council?

A leader in local government, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values:

We’re better, every day: We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn.

We’re in it together: At Hume, everyone matters. We Welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected.

We show up: We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will.

All for Hume: We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do.

We offer a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks, Working with Children Check, and a Criminal Record Check. #LI-Hybrid

• Fixed term contract for 7 months, Full time
• $97,099.24 per annum plus Superannuation
• Join the Strategic Communications and Advocacy team

Hume City Council is one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils. We put the customer and our community at the centre of all that we do, ensuring our services are efficient and accessible.

Provide strategic advice and support across the organisation to ensure that Council’s communications are appropriate, branded, relevant and targeted, and achieve the strategic objectives of Hume City Council.

What you’ll be doing:

•  Contribute to the development and delivery of communications plans to raise awareness and inform our community about Council’s services, programs, projects, initiatives, and events.

• Provide strategic communications for key decisions of the Council.
• Support the development, execution, and evaluation of strategic communications campaigns.
• Support the development of high-level strategic communications advice for senior decision-makers on key issues, policy matters and implementation priorities to support Council objectives.
• Provide trusted advice and thought leadership to the Coordinator, Strategic Campaigns and Manager, Strategic Communications on a range of issues.
• Support the strategic review of Council’s communications tools and recommend and implement changes to ensure that they are engaging, innovative, targeted, appropriate, and cost-effective. 
• Participate in local, regional, and state networks/organisations to keep up to date with current communications trends, practices, and requirements.
• Support the development of strategic reports and conduct key stakeholder briefings on high-risk issues to enhance the reputation of Council.
• Develop high-level narratives, ensuring strong and consistent key messaging across all strategic communications activities.
• Provide specialist writing and editing for a range of communications materials and channels that are tailored for various external and internal audiences and stakeholders.

The skills and experience you’ll bring to the role:

• Ability to gain cooperation and assistance from people with diverse backgrounds and cultures, both within and external to the organisation, to achieve the objectives of this position.
• Ability to communicate effectively and consult in a socially and politically sensitive environment.
• Ability to plan, research, develop, implement, and evaluate communications strategies.
• Specialist written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to write in a clear, concise, and understandable manner as appropriate for multiple formats including online and digital communication and social media.
• Proficiency in project managing the production of customer communication materials in a corporate environment for a wide range of audiences.
• A strong understanding of local, state, and federal government and experience working in a political environment.

Required Certifications & Qualifications:

• Tertiary qualifications and/or substantial demonstrated experience in communications, public relations, marketing, emergency management communications or a similar field.
• A current driver’s licence.

Why Hume City Council?

A leader in local government, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values:

We’re better, every day: We give things a go and value progress over perfection. We have permission to go for it and are expected to reflect and learn.

We’re in it together: At Hume, everyone matters. We Welcome and include all. Respect and safety are expected.

We show up: We empower and trust others and own our work. We rise to the challenges and are expected to do what we say we will.

All for Hume: We strive to achieve our best for the Hume Community. We are proud and passionate about working towards better outcomes and expect they are at the centre of everything we do.

We offer a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. Council encourages people of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates will be required to undertake background and probity checks including Reference Checks, Working with Children Check, and a Criminal Record Check. #LI-Hybrid