Introduction:
Horsham Rural City Council is the heart of the Wimmera region, located approximately 300 kilometres north-west of Melbourne. Offering the perfect blend of career opportunity and lifestyle. Horsham combines affordable living, quality health and education services, and a welcoming community atmosphere.
Residents enjoy the benefits of a relaxed lifestyle, with short commute times, excellent sporting and recreation facilities, vibrant local events, cafes and restaurants, and a strong sense of community. Whether you're raising a family, pursuing outdoor adventures, or seeking greater work-life balance, Horsham offers an enviable lifestyle with all the conveniences of a regional city.
Surrounded by natural attractions including the Wimmera River, Mount Arapiles and the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park, the region provides outstanding opportunities for bushwalking, cycling, fishing, water sports and camping. With its friendly community, affordable housing and easy access to nature, Horsham is a great place to live, work and thrive.
Horsham Rural City Council is proud to be an inclusive, child-safe and equal opportunity employer. We offer a range of flexible work arrangements and people of all abilities and backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Every application is reviewed by a real person, not an automated system
Description:
About the Role
This is a rewarding and diverse role that helps make a positive difference in the community and offers:
- Mentoring to more junior officers and the wider team
- Opportunity to work in a role that directly contributes to community wellbeing and safety.
- Supportive and collaborative workplace culture and a team dedicated to serving its community.
- Work-life balance in one of regional Victoria's most liveable communities.
For more information
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For a confidential conversation, please contact Jane Budge, Manager Governance and Regulatory on 03 5382 9777
Skills and Experiences:
About You
You will be a proactive and community-minded professional who enjoys working with people and making a positive contribution to community safety and compliance. You'll have experience in a regulatory, local goverment, compliance or enforcement environment and will be confident in applying legislation, managing challenging situations, and delivering fair and consistent outcomes.
You will also hold a Certificate IV in Animal Management, Local Government, Statutory Compliance or a related field, and have experience in animal management and handling. Experience supervising staff or coordinating programs will be highly regarded.
To be successful in this role, you will possess sound problem-solving skills, good judgement, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. You'll also have strong communication and customer service skills, enabling you to engage effectively with a diverse range of community members, educated residents on their responsibilities, and build positive relationships.
A current Working with Children Check and current Drivers Licence are essential.
