City Patrol Officer

Requisition Number: 587

Salary Range: $66,359.99 - $71,546.73 per annum

Position Type: Full Time Permanent

Location: 111 Grafton Street, Cairns

Application Close Date: Sunday, 13 April 2025 at 11.30pm AEST

Are you passionate about public safety, community engagement, and maintaining the vibrancy of the Cairns community?

We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and proactive City Patrol Officer to join our team!

What You Will Do:

As a City Patrol Officer, you will undertake regular patrols and enforce local laws, all while fostering a positive relationship with the community. Your primary focus will be guiding and educating residents and visitors to ensure compliance with QLD Road Rules and the Local Law 12 (Parking). It is about more than just enforcement – it is about making a difference by offering assistance and creating a safe, well-maintained environment for everyone.

This position is required to work on a rotational roster over a 7-day working environment which involves working every second weekend.

What We Are Looking For:

Current “C” class driver’s licence along with the ability to independently drive between all business locations to meet operational needs.

Demonstrated knowledge of local laws or legislation specific to Local Law Enforcement.

Demonstrated previous experience in inspection, investigation and basic report writing in relation to local law infringements.

Knowledge of the Transport Operations (Road Use Management) Act 1995 and Regulations or demonstrated ability to acquire same.

Demonstrated ability and physical capacity to undertake a variety of strenuous physical tasks.

High level of communication skills, including excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills with the ability to relate in a courteous and diplomatic manner, particularly in dispute situations.

Knowledge of the Cairns area and its tourist attractions.

If you are passionate about serving your community, maintaining public order, and educating the public on local laws, we would love to hear from you!

Some benefits we offer:

Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements

Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)

Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave

Up to 3 weeks personal leave

Secure your future with 12% superannuation contributions

Salary sacrifice opportunities

Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities

Cherish family time with up to 14 weeks paid parental leave

We are committed to:

Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment

Embracing innovation and continuous improvement

Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support

Now we want to hear about YOU!

Applications MUST be submitted online through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and if requested include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.

For further information about this role please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection Criteria.

Council’s Recruitment Team can be contacted via:

Phone: (07) 4044 3310

Email: jobs@cairns.qld.gov.au

Website: Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council