Parking Officer
- Patrol designated areas to enforce parking restrictions and local laws.
- Respond to community complaints and provide clear advice.
- Prepare accurate notes and reports to support infringement reviews.
- Government / Local Government
- Environmental Health/Compliance
- Melbourne
- Contract
Osborne Richardson is assisting a Melbourne council with the recruitment of a Parking Officer on a contract basis. This is a great opportunity for a customer-focused compliance professional to help keep local streets safe, accessible and fair for the community.
About the Role
Working as part of a close-knit regulatory team, you’ll patrol the municipality, enforce parking and road rules, and respond to community requests, all while delivering fair, professional and consistent outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Patrol designated areas on foot and by vehicle to enforce parking restrictions and local law requirements
- Issue infringement notices accurately and in line with legislation, policy and procedure
- Respond to community complaints and requests relating to parking, abandoned vehicles and obstructions
- Provide clear, courteous advice to residents, businesses and visitors, including when handling difficult interactions
- Prepare accurate notes, reports and evidence to support infringement reviews and prosecutions
- Support school safety and shopping precinct parking initiatives
- Use handheld devices and enforcement systems to record and manage data
What You’ll Bring
- Experience in parking enforcement, local laws, or a customer service or compliance role
- Sound knowledge of road rules and parking legislation (highly regarded)
- Excellent communication and conflict de-escalation skills
- Strong attention to detail with a high standard of record keeping and report writing
- Confidence working independently outdoors in all weather conditions
- Comfort using handheld devices and standard office software
How to Apply
To apply, or for a confidential discussion, contact Rebecca at Osborne Richardson on ************ or at ********************************
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