Civic Safety Officer

2 days ago


Dandenong, Victoria, Australia City of Greater Dandenong Full time $82,492 - $99,516 per year

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 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
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:

You will have a degree or diploma in Criminal Justice, Security, or Risk Management, or equivalent experience. You must hold a 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. You must be available for weekend/evening shifts and overtime.

Please ensure you address the
Key Selection Criteria
outlined in the position description as part of your application.

You may be required to undertake practical testing, work preference profiling / psychometric testing, functional capacity assessment (physical) or aptitude testing.

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. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. The candidate will also require Victorian Driver's Licence, and First Aid Level 2 & CPR certification. 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.

Our benefits include.

  • 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

For more information about our benefits, please visit our careers page: Working with Us

Council will consider flexible working arrangements for all positions. We embrace our diverse community and encourage applications from everyone including people of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander background, people of diverse sexual orientation and gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of varied age, ability, and faith. Council will give due consideration to any workplace adjustments to accommodate the needs of any prospective or existing staff member.
Council is commitment to providing an inclusive, 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 the requirement for reference checks.

Position Description:
Civic Safety Officer – 313.8 KB

Applications close:
5pm, Tuesday, 23 September 2025

Further information:
Gavin Mansfield,



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