Overview
Band 5 - $82,392 – $95,116 per annum (plus super). Permanent Full-Time.
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 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
The Building Maintenance team is seeking a Civic Safety Officer. This role has been created to enhance safety and asset protection across key council facilities within the municipality. The Civic Safety Officer will patrol and monitor designated Council facilities across the municipality to ensure safety, prevent asset loss or damage, deliver high-level customer service, and support the effectiveness of safety and security infrastructure. The role also provides high level customer service advice to precinct visitors and Council staff to better assist in maximising the effectiveness of safety and security of infrastructure in and around civic precincts.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the following:
- A degree or diploma in Criminal Justice, Security, or Risk Management, or equivalent experience.
- Certificate III/IV in Security and Risk Management or a current Security Guard license (Unarmed Guard, Control Room Operator) with relevant experience (minimum 3 – 5 years).
- Experience in public safety, interpreting regulations, investigations, and enforcement is essential.
- Available for weekend/evening shifts and overtime.
- Must be willing to undertake practical testing, work preference profiling / psychometric testing, functional capacity assessment (physical) or aptitude testing as part of the process.
- Clear Working with Children Check and consent to a national police check (and where relevant an “international criminal history check”), subject to spent conviction laws. People with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying. A Victorian Driver’s Licence and First Aid Level 2 & CPR certification are required. Each application will be considered on its merits.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Salary sacrifice childcare (where available)
- Access to learning & development programs including study assistance
- Reward & recognition programs
- Health initiatives
- Access to our support and wellbeing programs
- A vibrant social club
How 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.
Position Description: Civic Safety Officer – 313.8 KB
Applications close: 5pm, Tuesday, 23 September 2025
Further information: Gavin Mansfield, 8571 5142
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