Malvern Town Hall, Cnr High Street and Glenferrie Road, Malvern
Aged Services,Public Health & Health Care
City of Stonnington is a child safe and equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We actively encourage applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore the opportunity of a career at the City of Stonnington.
Here at the City of Stonnington we aspire to be a leading local government authority and to do this we need the very best people who share our belief in community and who want to make a difference. We value everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. We provide an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to thrive and be authentic. There is a variety of benefits available for our people have a look at “Why Stonnington”.
If you have any support or access requirements, or would like to speak to someone about employment or an alternative processes, please contact Council’s Talent Acquisition team on 8290 1333.
Please view the below documents for this position:
In this rewarding role, you’ll lead a small, dedicated team to deliver safe, reliable transport for residents with limited mobility, age-related needs, or frailty. You’ll take ownership of service delivery — overseeing day-to-day operations, coordinating schedules, and stepping in to drive when needed. With a strong focus on empathy and customer care, you’ll help ensure each passenger experiences a journey that’s not just safe, but also comfortable and welcoming.
In this role, you will:
Lead, support and motivate a close-knit transport team, fostering a positive culture and ensuring smooth, friendly service
Use your organisational and tech skills to manage bookings, rostering, and customer information — ideally with experience using Carelink+ or similar systems
Confidently assess passenger needs, coordinate services, and identify any risks, including through phone-based support
Step in as a driver when required, transporting up to 17 passengers and ensuring all journeys meet safety standards and are delivered with care
What’s on offer:
A competitive salary $83,480 plus 12% superannuation
Monthly ADOs to support your work-life balance
A stable Monday to Friday schedule, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m, based at Malvern Town Hall
If you’re a confident, people-focused leader who values great service and community impact, this is your chance to make a real difference every day. We’d love to hear from you!
Desired Skills and Experience
What you'll need to thrive:
Strong customer service and communication skills to engage confidently with our diverse community and team members over the phone and in person
Proficiency in Carelink+ rostering software and the Microsoft Office suite, with the ability to adapt to new programs swiftly
Knowledge of bus operations and safety requirements, including the maintenance, servicing, and record-keeping essential for safe and reliable transport
Effective collaboration skills to work with the Fleet Coordinator and Community Support Coordinator, ensuring timely reporting of maintenance needs and compliance with the Bus Safety Act 2009 and accreditation standards
Enquiries
For enquiries relating to the role, please contact Julie Fry - Coordinator Community Support & Diversity on jfry@stonnington.vic.gov.au
For enquiries relating to the system and the application process, please contact a member of the Talent Acquisition team on 8290 1333. Submitting your application
Please use your cover letter to demonstrate to us that you have what is needed to thrive and to tell us more about you and why you want to want to work for us.
To be eligible to apply for this position you must have an appropriate Australian or New Zealand work visa. Connect with Stonnington
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