Parking Enforcement Officer

Role overview

Kingston City Council is looking for a Parking Enforcement Officer to help keep public parking areas safe, accessible, and well regulated across the municipality. Based in Cheltenham, this full-time position works on a rotating roster from Monday through Sunday and reports to the Parking Enforcement Coordinator within the Compliance & Amenity Team.

The role is focused on applying parking laws and council rules consistently, supporting fair parking access, improving community safety, and ensuring parking spaces are used efficiently for everyone who needs them. The work is carried out across different locations within the municipality and includes both independent and team-based tasks.

The advertised salary is $76,383 to $81,228 per year, depending on experience, plus superannuation and any relevant weekend penalty rates.

Key duties

• Carry out both planned and unplanned patrols of parking areas in commercial and residential neighbourhoods.
• Issue parking infringement notices in line with applicable legislation and council procedures.
• Keep accurate records and prepare reports relating to compliance activity.
• Give community members clear, factual guidance about parking rules and requirements.

Skills and experience

• Strong ability to understand and apply legislation, policies, and procedures in a consistent way.
• Confident verbal communication for dealing with members of the public.
• Good written communication for documentation, reporting, and record maintenance.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage time effectively across assigned areas.
• High attention to detail when assessing and recording compliance issues.
• Physical capacity for extended walking and outdoor work in changing weather conditions.
• Current driver’s licence.

Candidate profile

The ideal applicant will reflect Kingston Council’s values: making a difference, showing care and respect, taking pride in work, and working better together.

Applicants who are enthusiastic about the role but do not match every requirement are still encouraged to apply, as the council recognises that varied experience can still lead to strong community outcomes.

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and a cover letter explaining their experience and how it relates to the role. Applications must be lodged online through the council’s careers portal.

The council does not accept applications or enquiries from recruitment agencies.

Enquiries and adjustments

For position-related questions, contact Lucy Darlington, Parking Enforcement Coordinator, at lucy.darlington@kingston.vic.gov.au.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia to be considered.

If you need reasonable adjustments or access support during the application or interview process, you may contact the Hiring Manager or email peopleandculture@kingston.vic.gov.au.

About Kingston Council

Kingston Council is committed to delivering outstanding service that meets community expectations. The organisation serves a diverse and resilient community in south-east Melbourne, around 20 km from the CBD, and employs more than 1,600 people across a wide range of fields including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family and youth services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts, and management.

What Kingston offers

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Access to learning and development programs.
• An accrued day off every four weeks for full-time staff.
• Salary packaging options.
• Leave purchase options.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Study and development support.
• Discounted gym memberships.
• 16 weeks of paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers.
• Employee Assistance Program support.
• Social club activities and events.
• Convenient access to public transport.
• Free onsite parking.

Additional information

Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to reconciliation and maintaining a child-safe workplace. The council welcomes applications from people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Support and adjustments are available throughout recruitment and employment.

Before selection, candidates must complete a Job Task Analysis and a Physical Health Assessment for the Parking Enforcement Officer role.

The role includes weekend work as part of the rotating roster and attracts applicable weekend penalty rates.