About Us
The City of Melbourne is recognised locally, nationally and globally as a leader in many fields of local government. We challenge ourselves to remain at the leading edge. Melbourne is Australia's second largest city and is arguably the commercial and financial centre of the nation. The City has many features to offer its 55,000 residents and 400,000 workers, shoppers and visitors. It is renowned for its parks and gardens; the cultural, sporting and recreation activities are second to none; public transport is good and the community services are excellent.
With exciting internationally recognised projects such as the development of Federation Square, the creation of Birrarung Marr (Melbourne's first park in 100 years) and the hosting of the 2006 Commonwealth Games, we are well positioned to build on our reputation of excellence and that of an employer of choice.
The City of Melbourne is a dynamic organisation. We promote high standards of accountability, and a culture that values excellent service, innovation, continuous improvement and the contribution of its people. These values also guide the way we do business in all activities and services for the benefit of the community.
The Council is the guardian and administrator of the City of Melbourne. The Lord Mayor, Deputy Lord Mayor and seven Councillors represent the entire City area. The Council has a local, national and international role in stimulating and shaping Melbourne as the 'world's most liveable city'.
Be a part of something great
As an employee of the City of Melbourne, you can...
• Be involved in leading edge projects
• Rediscover work/life balance
• Benefit from professional and personal development
• Support environmental responsibility
• Contribute to the world's most liveable city
• Enjoy a great location
We actively encourage our employees to use their employment benefits to achieve a balance between their professional and private lives.
City of Melbourne provides the scope and diversity you would expect of any large local government organisation, enabling you to develop a fantastic range of professional and life skills across a wide range of business functions. We are committed to an extensive staff training and development program that provides opportunities for employees to further their capabilities and knowledge.
The City is committed to improving the natural environment and we have developed strategies that encourage and support cleaner air and waterways, responsible water usage, minimisation of greenhouse gases, and sustainable and accessible public transport.
Most of the City of Melbourne's places of work are located within the Central Business District, within easy walking distance of public transport, parking facilities and great shops.
Our Vision
Melbourne, the capital of Victoria, will be internationally recognised for the opportunities it offers all Victorians to live, learn, work and prosper in a quality and sustainable environment. We want Melbourne to be viewed with pride by all Victorians.
Our Mission
To create a thriving and sustainable city, the City of Melbourne is committed to:
• Promoting Melbourne's advantages;
• Encouraging and facilitating sustainable social, economic and environmental development and prosperity;
• Ensuring transparent and accountable governance;
• Delivering best value customer service;
• Maintaining and enhancing the liveability of the City through the provision of quality assets and associated services;
• Planning for and identifying opportunities to build on the City's strategic advantages; and
• Ensuring that the operations of the City of Melbourne are environmentally, socially and economically sustainable
How we deliver
The City of Melbourne's structure comprises six divisions - Attraction & Communication; Assets & Services; City Design & Creativity; Sustainability & Innovation; Corporate Performance and Finance.
These divisions are responsible for ensuring quality services are delivered which provide maximum benefits at the best cost for all stakeholders. They do this by building partnerships with the community, business and government to promote the growth, prosperity and quality of Melbourne. The Council has a strong commitment to ensure excellence in serving its direct customers, ratepayers and, in its role as Capital City of Victoria, the wider community.
The Benefits
As an employee of the City of Melbourne you will have access to a great range of benefits, including flexible working conditions, the Employee Recreation Association, salary packaging, and a generous study assistance policy.
Other benefits include:
IT skills training
Learning and development program
Work flexibility options
Commuter Club
Excellent leave entitlements
Keep In Touch program
Access to medical facilities
Rostered days off
Employee Assistance Program
Subsidised gym memberships
Support to staff with care responsibilities
Bicycle racks, showers and lockers
Leap Into Life! program
And our Employee Recreation Association is second to none!
