Parking Officer - Yarra Ranges

Orikan; Yarra Junction; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Orikan is seeking Parking Officers to support Yarra Ranges Council with parking patrols and enforcement across key activity centres such as Warburton, Healesville, Lilydale, Belgrave and Chirnside Park. You will work a rotating 7-day roster with day shifts and public holiday coverage.

Ideal candidates blend empathy with authority, show resilience under pressure, and maintain excellent attention to detail and documentation.

Qualifications

• What We're Looking For emphasizes empathy paired with authority, independence, and community focus.
• Key traits include fairness, resilience, diplomacy, integrity under pressure.
• Strong time management, clear written communication, and basic computer skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Patrol designated areas to enforce parking regulations for the council.
• Document enforcement actions and incidents with accuracy and clarity.
• Interact with the community with fairness, diplomacy and respect.
• Coordinate with council teams across multiple activity centres.

Skills

Empathy

Authority

Independence

Fairness

Resilience

Diplomacy

Integrity

Time management

Written communication

Computer literacy

Interpersonal skills

Customer service experience

Driver's license

Learning mindset

Job description

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Yarra Ranges Region

Job Category: Parking Officers

About Orikan

Orikan is a world-class provider of a complete range of parking technology solutions that support real communities. From meters, maintenance and sensors to infringement management, digital permits, smart payment applications, compliance and analytics: we provide a one-of-a-kind, industry-leading suite of services and solutions.

Join a forward-thinking team at Orikan, a leader in integrated technology solutions for smarter cities.

Job Description

Orikan is seeking Parking Officers for opportunities supporting Yarra Ranges Council with parking patrols and enforcement.

Locations

Work Will Be Based Across Key Activity Centres, Including

• Warburton
• Healesville
• Lilydale
• Belgrave
• Chirnside Park

Explore different communities while making a positive impact every day!

Working Arrangements

• Parking Officers will work a rotating 7-day roster, including Public Holidays
• Majority of shifts will be between 8:00am-4:30pm
• Flexibility is available for pre-approved leave or personal commitments, with rosters built around availability where possible

Desired Skills And Experience

What We're Looking For: If You're Someone Who Blends Empathy With Authority, And You Thrive On Independence, Then We Want To Hear From You. Key Traits We Are Looking For Include

• A strong sense of fairness and respect for community needs
• Resilience and diplomacy in challenging interactions
• Integrity and sound decision-making under pressure
• Excellent time management and attention to detail
• Clear written communication for documenting enforcement
• Basic computer literacy and strong interpersonal skills
• Current driver's licence (preferred - dependent on client requirements and location)
• Experience in customer service or enforcement (preferred but not essential)
• A willingness to learn the ins and outs of road safety and parking regulations

Hours

• Flexibility to work across a 7-day rotating roster
• Weekend, public holiday and shift allowances where applicable

Eligibility & Pre-Employment Checks

• Australian Citizen or Permanent working rights required
• National Police Check, Working with Children Check, professional references and pre-employment Medical for progressed applicants