Overview
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$54.36 - $59.22 per hour (plus qualification allowance and 25% casual loading) — Casual
About Us
Located 35km to the southeast of Melbourne, Greater Dandenong City Council covers 129 square kilometres and has a population of over 169,000 people. The central activities district is Melbourne's second largest retail and commercial centre and includes large shopping complexes at Dandenong and Keysborough as well as the highly popular Dandenong Market. Greater Dandenong City Council is the most culturally diverse locality in Australia, with residents from over 150 different birthplaces, nearly two-thirds of whom were born overseas. Key industries include manufacturing, health care and social assistance, retail trade, wholesale trade and transport. We are a progressive organisation of exceptional character that offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment to approximately 900 employees. We recognise that our staff are vital to the delivery of excellent service to our community and the achievement of our long-term vision. We invest in the development of our people, and we strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged, accountable, creative and honest.
About The Role And About You
Greater Dandenong is an innovative and award-winning Council which sets leading standards for Immunisation programming. We are looking for candidates who enjoy working with diverse cultural communities and age groups, due to the variety of programs run on behalf of the Council. These positions offer applicants an opportunity to work with the Immunisation team, providing immunisation services to families living or being educated in the City of Greater Dandenong.
Requirements
- An accredited Nurse Immuniser, and ideally have a minimum of 2 years experience working in immunisation.
- Maintain current (and ongoing) valid Victorian Driver’s License and use of own car, as well as a current Working with Children Check supplied prior to offer of employment and commencement.
- Be willing to undertake a Police Check prior to offer of employment.
Please ensure you address the key selection criteria outlined in the position description as part of your application.
The successful candidate will be asked to produce a clear Working with Children Check and will be asked to consent to a national police check (and where relevant an ‘international criminal history check’), subject to the operation of spent conviction laws. People with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
Benefits Of Working With Us
Council believes in providing an environment where staff thrive, both in the work they do and in how they learn and develop as people and professionals. Our workplace has an inclusive and diverse culture which encourages innovation and supports your work and life balance. There are plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and grow your career within our expanding and diverse organisation.
- Competitive salary
- Salary sacrifice childcare (where available)
- Flexible working options supported including hybrid work
- Access to learning & development programs including study assistance
- Reward & recognition programs
- Health initiatives
- Access to our support and wellbeing programs
- A vibrant social club
Council will consider flexible working arrangements for all positions. We embrace our diverse community and encourage applications from everyone including Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of diverse sexual orientation and gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of varied age, ability, and faith. The Council is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment and promoting cultural safety and wellbeing for children, with zero tolerance for child abuse and harm.
To apply
To apply for this position please complete the online application form including:
- A brief cover letter
- Your resume
- Response to key selection criteria
You will be required to answer selection questions as part of the application process. The selection process also includes reference checks. Immunisation Nurse Position Description - 240KB
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