The City of Greater Geelong proudly acknowledges the rich heritage of First Nations cultures and is committed to fostering a diverse workforce. We are excited to announce a fixed term 12-month Graduate role specifically designed for First Nations applicants, aimed at creating equal opportunities and supporting professional growth. This graduate role is designated for First Nations people, which is designed to help eliminate inequalities for groups that may experience significant disadvantage when it comes to employment.

City of Greater Geelong recognises the value of the diversity and strength of First Nations cultures to the heritage of all Australians and encourages First Nations people to apply.

Role Overview: This role is a unique opportunity for First Nations individuals to develop their skills while contributing to meaningful projects within our community. As a Graduate – First Nations, you’ll engage in a variety of tasks that will enhance your expertise in your chosen field and assist you in carving your career path.

Key Responsibilities:

Specialist Work:

• Collaborate with team leaders to deliver activities aligned with your expertise.
• Follow standard processes, ask questions, and seek guidance when needed.
• Proactively assist customers and peers, providing insights and solutions.
• Balance stakeholder needs to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Support the team in developing skills in accountability, communication, and organization.

People Work:

• Uphold the City’s values and respect diverse backgrounds in all interactions.
• Engage as a productive team member and contribute to a positive work environment.
• Provide regular updates on your work and embrace feedback for improvement.
• Build strong relationships with colleagues, customers, and the community.
• Set and pursue personal development goals aligned with your field of study.

Organising/Planning Work:

• Complete tasks promptly, ensuring quality and alignment with departmental plans.
• Communicate proactively to resolve queries and collaborate with your team.
• Manage your time effectively, prioritizing activities to meet customer needs.

Required:

• A qualification in a relevant discipline aligned with the City’s areas of focus.
• Demonstrated skills in your area of study.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• A desire to learn and improve stakeholder management skills.

If you’re ready to embark on a rewarding journey that values your cultural knowledge and contributions, we want to hear from you! Apply now and be a part of our mission to create a more inclusive and equitable workplace.

Child Safety Responsibilities   
We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy.  

Diversity and Inclusion  
At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience. 

Create our future together at the City of Greater Geelong
At the City of Greater Geelong, we are committed to working together for a thriving community. We do this by delivering over 130 services to our rapidly growing population and working hard to protect and improve what it is that makes Greater Geelong on Wadawurrung Country such a great place to live, work and study.  

Our Community is made up of diverse people from all walks of life, and it’s important to us that our workforce represents and celebrates this strength.

If you’re excited about working together to create a Clever and Creative Greater Geelong, and joining a workplace where all people can thrive, then hit apply – we’d love to meet you!

A career with us
Central Geelong-based City employees are now based in our new Civic Precinct, Wurriki Nyal. Meaning ‘speak and talk together’ in local Wadawurrung language.  Wurriki Nyal sets the benchmark for what a sustainable, inclusive and culturally safe workplace can be, including industry leading sustainability standards, a flexible and people-focused design, safe and inclusive spaces and public realm.

We’re committed to supporting better accessibility for our customers and our people.  We encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments or additional support you may require during the recruitment process, as well as how this role can be flexible for you. 

Applications and Enquiries

Click the Position Description link to view more information about this position.

Enquiries: Brett Farmer, First Nations Employment & Engagement Officer | 5272 4348 | brett.farmer@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

Click the Apply button to submit your application or find out more about this opportunity. If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Talent Acquisition team via email at careers@geelongcity.vic.gov.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.

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