Careers at Latrobe

Permanent Full Time

Our Experienced Maintenance Employees maintain Latrobe City’s Roads and Drains, contributing to the overall amenity of our City. 

Responsible for carrying out maintenance on sealed roads, applicants for this role must possess:

• A minimum Heavy Rigid truck licence;

• Practical experience undertaking Road and drainage maintenance and construction works;

• A highly developed understanding of Occupational Health and Safety requirements, practices and procedures relevant to the works undertaken.

In return, Latrobe City Council offers an attractive salary package including 9-day fortnight arrangement and opportunities for supported professional development.

For further information and to view the position desciption, please visit our website www.latrobe.vic.gov.au/career or contact Brad Stockdale, Team Leader Sealed Roads Maintenance on 03 5128 6321.

Applications are to be submitted via the Latrobe City Council website and will be accepted until 11pm Thursday 5 July 2018.

Please note the successful applicant will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check, a Working with Children Check and undertake a pre-employment medical check.

Various Full time, Part time and Casual roles available

If you enjoy working in a team with a range of like-minded professionals and services, then we have a rewarding opportunity to work within our Child and Family Services team!

Key responsibilities will be to provide an informative, educational and supportive primary health service to families, demonstrating your sound knowledge of maternal and child health principles and practices.

To be successful in this role you will possess a sound knowledge of services available to families, have well developed interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with families and other relevant service providers. 

To be considered for this role you must meet the necessary qualification requirements for practice in the Victorian Maternal & Child Heath Service.

For further information and to view the position description, please visit our website www.latrobe.vic.gov.au/careers or contact Campbell Spowart, Team Leader Family Health on 03 5128 5603.

Applications are to be submitted via the Latrobe City Council website and will be accepted until 11pm Tuesday 3 July 2018.

Please note that successful applicants will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children’s Check.

Preschool Field Officer

Casual

Latrobe City Council is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated person to support children, families and early childhood educators in the inclusion of children with additional needs into a funded Preschool program.

The primary role of the Preschool Field Officer (PSFO) is to ensure that early childhood teachers and educators continually improve their capacity to provide young children who have additional needs with the experiences and opportunities that promote their learning and development, and enable them to participate meaningfully in the program. The PSFO helps educators to build their confidence, knowledge and skills to provide an inclusive program that is responsive to the needs of all children.

In return for a career in a passionate and rewarding environment, you will be tertiary qualified in Early Years. Experience in the early childhood sector or disability services sector will be advantageous.

For further information and to view the position description please visit our website www.latrobe.vic.gov.au/careers or contact Stacey Jennings, Coordinator Early Learning and Care - Preschools on (03) 5128 5710.

Applications are to be submitted electronically via the Latrobe City Council website and will be accepted until 11 pm Tuesday 3 July 2018.

Please note the successful applicant will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children’s Check.

Team Leader – Early Learning & Care

 2 Permanent, Full Time Positions

 Key members of Latrobe City Council’s dedicated leadership team, our Team Leaders contribute to program development, financial management and strategic planning for the future vision of Services to families in Latrobe City.

 Working closely with the Coordinator Early Learning and Care, you will be directly responsible for the support & development of staff, management of facilities and programs to ensure effective daily operation of early learning and care services.

 To be successful in this role you will have demonstrated leadership ability with proven experience in building professional relationships and business management.

 In return we offer a challenging and varied environment with supported opportunities for professional development.

 For further information and to view the position description please visit our website www.latrobe.vic.gov.au/careers or contact Stacey Jennings, Coordinator Early Learning and Care on (03) 5128 5710.

 Applications are to be submitted electronically via the Latrobe City Council website and will be accepted until 11 pm Thursday 5 July 2018.

 Please note the successful applicants will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and hold a Working with Children Check.

Senior Local Laws Officer-Traffic & Compliance (Re-advertised)

Permanent Full-time

The Latrobe City Council Local Laws team is a fast paced, customer - focussed environment.  We are seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Local Laws Officer to join us on an on-going, full time basis.  

Reporting to the Team Leader - Local Laws, the Senior Local Laws Officer will oversee the presentation of court documents for approval, day to day customer enquiries and investigations of customer reports. 

The role involves constructing and presenting of Court Briefs, supporting Local Laws Officers and assisting in the delivery of Council's After Hours Emergency Service, School Crossing Supervision Program, Traffic Management, General Compliance and Animal Management.

Key to your success in this role will be:

• Provision of excellent customer service
• Ability to build cooperative relationships with the community
• Ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation
• Ability to use education, enforcement, negotiation and conflict management skills to resolve problems

A demonstrated understanding of Local Laws experience or equivalent is desirable and relevant qualifications in enforcement and court processes and/or animal management will be highly regarded.

For further information and to view the position description please visit our website www.latrobe.vic.gov.au/careers or contact John Bourke, Team Leader Local Laws - Traffic & Compliance on (03) 5128 5611.

Applications are to be submitted electronically via the Latrobe City Council website and will be accepted until 11pm, Sunday 15 July 2018.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Please note the successful applicant will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children Check.

Early Childhood Educators

Certificate III level

Casual Positions Available -  $34.10 per hour

Latrobe City Council’s Early Learning Centres provide high quality early childhood programs.

We are seeking passionate Early Childhood Educators to join our dedicated team on a casual basis, to work across our Traralgon, Moe and Morwell centres.

Our quality service is driven by our dedicated and dynamic team, who are supported to succeed through exceptional leadership and professional development opportunities.

If you have a Certificate III in Children’s Services, a current first aid certificate, anaphylaxis training and the desire to deliver excellent early childhood programs, then we would love to speak to you.

For further information and to view the position description, please visit our website www.latrobe.vic.gov.au/careers or contact Teresa Forbes, Team Leader Early Learning & Care on 03 5135 8700 or email Teresa.forbes@latrobe.vic.gov.au

Applications are to be submitted electronically via the Latrobe City Council website and will be accepted until 11.00 pm Sunday, 1 July 2018.

Please note the successful applicants will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and a Working with Children Check.

Early Chidhood Educators

Diploma Level Casual Positions Available - $39.10 per hour

Latrobe City Council’s Early Learning Centres provide high quality early childhood programs.

We are seeking passionate Early Childhood Educators to join our dedicated team on a casual basis, to work across our Traralgon, Moe and Morwell centres.

Our quality service is driven by our dedicated and dynamic team, who are supported to succeed through exceptional leadership and professional development opportunities.

If you have a Diploma in Children’s Services, a current first aid certificate, anaphylaxis training and the desire to deliver excellent early childhood programs, then we would love to speak to you.

For further information and to view the position description, please visit our website www.latrobe.vic.gov.au/careers or contact Teresa Forbes, Team Leader Early Learning & Care on 03 5135 8700 or email Teresa.forbes@latrobe.vic.gov.au

Applications are to be submitted electronically via the Latrobe City Council website and will be accepted until 11.00 pm Sunday, 1 July 2018.

Please note the successful applicants will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and a Working with Children Check.

Customer Experience Officer

Permanent Full Time

If you are passionate about providing high quality customer service and you are motivated with a genuine desire to exceed customer’s expectations, then this is your chance to work in a challenging and rewarding environment.

In the role of Customer Experience Officer you will be required to provide excellent customer service at first point of contact to our customers at one of Latrobe City's Service Centres.

You will have the opportunity to build relationships with our customers and internal teams while being supported to develop your understanding of the complexities of local government.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate excellent customer service and communication skills with previous cash handling experience and the aptitude to rapidly become a proficient user of our business systems.

For further information regarding this position, please contact Kathleen Alway on 0427 884 933. To view the position description please visit our website www.latrobe.vic.gov.au/careers.

Applications are to be submitted electronically on the Latrobe City Council website and will be accepted until 11 pm Sunday 01 July 2018

Please note the successful applicant will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children Check.

Coordinator Human Resources 

Permanent Full Time

Latrobe City is located 90 minutes east of Melbourne, in the heart of the Latrobe River Valley stretching from the Strzelecki Ranges to the Baw Baw Ranges the area is also 90 minutes from the ocean and the snow. Our Council is at the centre of some amazing recreational and cultural assets as well as  construction and renewal, providing an exciting place to work and excellent opportunities for career development.  

This is a fantastic time to join Latrobe City Council and the high performing and supportive People and Culture team.  The Coordinator will lead the growth, development and wellbeing of Council’s workforce, through the coordination and delivery of high quality, efficient human resources services to the organisation.  

You will have excellent communication skills and be able to deal confidently and positively with expertise and proven ability in successfully leading, managing and delivering the full range of Human Resources.  

You will have a proven ability to effectively lead others by encouraging a positive organisational culture that is in line with the organisations values and supports innovative and collaborative decision making.

To be considered for this role you will have a tertiary qualification in Human Resource Management or a related discipline and/or significant experience at the leadership level, coupled with specialist experience in Human Resources and Industrial Relations.

For further information and to view the position description please visit our website www.latrobe.vic.gov.au/careers or contact Jodie Pitkin, Manager People & Culture on (03) 5128 5603.

Applications are to be submitted electronically on the Latrobe City Council website and will be accepted until 11pm Sunday, 24 June 2018.

Please note the successful applicant will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working With Children’s Check

Fulltime fixed term until mid June 2019

Working as part of the Community Development team, the Project Officer – Family Violence Prevention will be responsible for implementing a range of family violence prevention and gender equity initiatives.

We are seeking an applicant with well-developed communication, analytical and networking skills.

Key responsibilities include:

• Ability to participate and contribute to a community of practice.
• Capacity to provide feedback, advice and recommendations to the community of practice.
• Excellent knowledge of community development practice.
• Effectiveness in being a key driver of change within the organisation.
• Ability to identify, develop and implement opportunities to drive greater awareness of family violence in Latrobe City, particularly the gendered nature of family violence.

The successful applicant will have the capacity to travel interstate and work out of hours from time to time.

If you feel like you have the right skills and experience to excel in this exciting position we are keen hear from you.

For further information and to view the position description, please visit our website www.latrobe.vic.gov.au/careers or contact Steve Tong, Manager Community Development on 5128 5643.

Applications are to be submitted online via the Latrobe City Council Website and will be accepted until 11 pm Thursday 28 June 2018.

Please note the successful applicant will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working With Children’s Check. 

Recreation & Open Space Development Officer - Recreation & Open Space Team

Full Time Temporary 12 months

An exciting opportunity exists for a Recreation & Open Space Development Officer within the Recreation Open Space Team.

The successful applicant will project manage the planning, designing and delivery of minor capital works projects including parks and play space projects. 

As part of the Recreation & Open Space team you will play a key role in the delivery of Latrobe City Councils Play Space projects to ensure quality outcomes that are in compliance with Latrobe City Council and community expectations.

You will have excellent communication skills and be able to deal confidently and positively with community members, contractors, internal departments and other authorities.  You will work within a team of professionals who are dedicated to achieving excellence in the delivery of high quality, sustainable community infrastructure projects.

To be considered for this role you will need to have a qualification or previous relevant experience Recreation & Open Space Planning and Project Management.

For further information and to view the position description please visit our website www.latrobe.vic.gov.au/careers or contact Karen Tsebelis, Coordinator Recreation & Open Space on (03) 5128 5483.

Applications are to be submitted electronically on the Latrobe City Council website and will be accepted until 11pm Sunday, 24 June 2018.

Please note the successful applicant will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working With Children’s Check.

An exciting opportunity exists within the Major Projects team in the role of Major Projects Officer. This will be a fixed term permanent role concluding in May 2020

During this period you will be involved in the following;

• Providing administrative support to Major Project Technical Officers for a wide range of Capital Works Projects including the construction of numerous new sporting pavilions and the delivery of Councils Building Renewal Programs and Sport & Recreation funded projects.
• Monitoring and updating budget records, and processing purchase requisitions, invoices and contract claims.
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders including suppliers, contractors, consultants, government authorities and funding bodies.
• Recording and maintaining all correspondence and communications.
• Making a valuable contribution to the Major Projects Team and Infrastructure & Recreation Division.

To be successful in this role, you will be an enthusiastic team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills who has excellent organisational skills, a high level of attention to detail and the ability to work within Council policy and processes.

You will pride yourself on providing excellent customer service to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

For more information please refer to our website www.latrobe.vic.gov.au/careers or Glenn Wearne on 5128 6167.

Applications are to be submitted electronically via the Latrobe City Council website and will be accepted until 11.00 pm on Sunday 24 June 2018.

Please note the successful applicant will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children’s Check.