From surfing to cycling to wining and dining and everything in between, Bass Coast provides the perfect balance of rural, residential and holiday lifestyles for all to enjoy - all with stunning backdrops of beaches, bushland and rolling hills. Less than 2 hours from Melbourne by car, Bass Coast Shire is one of Victoria’s fastest growing municipalities and an easy drive from the hustle and bustle of city life. If you are looking for that sea change, or open to flexible working, Bass Coast Shire Council could provide you with that perfect employment opportunity to support your interpretation of work/life balance.
Bass Coast Shire Council has been recognised as a leader within local Government. They have designed and implemented landmark workplace policies that are some of the most advanced in the state. They have led the public conversation on gender equality and continue to drive initiatives that back up their commitment to an inclusive workplace culture. They have also pledged a commitment to do their part in the fight against climate change; working together with the community and their employees to take action on this global crisis.
Bass Coast Shire Council continues to exceed goals in service excellence and has recently embarked on the implementation of new technologies and systems to support their high standards of service delivery. They are a Council that thrives on innovation, and this is an exciting time to join them and play a significant role in shaping their workforce for the future.
Reasons why they love working at Bass Coast Shire Council:
- At Bass Coast Shire Council, they celebrate diversity and have made it a top priority for all staff to feel safe and welcome regardless of race, religion, gender, disability, age or sexual orientation. They value inclusivity and a positive workplace culture.
- Flexible working arrangements; including flexible start and finish times and a hybrid working model. They encourage their employees to think about their work-life balance and what will help them flourish.
- They encourage open discussions with People Leaders and the People & Culture team to talk about any individual modifications or adjustments that may be required, enabling your ongoing success in the role.
- Regular and proactive discussions on performance development, focusing on shared expectations, training opportunities, and career advancement. What can they do to help you achieve?
- Opportunities to experience other roles in the business with their ‘Expression of Interest’ process
- Options to purchase additional annual leave in advance of any extended trips or planned time off.
- Bass Coast Shire Council is committed to the safety and well-being of children. They support and respect all children, as well as their staff, contractors and volunteers. Their organisation is committed to preventing child abuse by identifying risks early and intervening to address these risks. They are committed to the safety of all children, particularly those from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, children who are culturally and linguistically diverse, and those with varying needs and/or disabilities.