frequently asked questions

Q. What kind of people are you looking for?

We are looking for employees who are friendly, enthusiastic, self-motivated, conscientious and results-driven. We seek staff who can think creatively, be innovative, and enjoy working collaboratively as part of a team. We want staff who understand the complexities of a large organisation and who are committed to quality service provision.

We also want people who strive for excellence, pay attention to detail and have the ability to adapt to change. We need professionals who are good communicators, and who enjoy challenging and diverse work.

We are also looking for people who reflect and support our staff values.

Q. Where can I find out more about Whittlesea?

A number of Council publications include local news, local events, environmental news and statistics on the local community.

Q. What hours will I work?

Council's office hours are from 8.30am until 5pm, Monday to Friday.

Full-time indoor employees are generally expected to work the hours above, with the possibility of one rostered day off every four weeks.

Full-time outdoor employees are generally expected to work 7.30am until 4pm, Monday to Friday, with one rostered day off each fortnight.

For more information, see flexible working conditions.

Q. What is the dress code?

The dress code depends on your area of employment. Generally, the following applies:

  • indoor employees are expected to wear smart business attire
  • customer service staff can choose to wear business attire or the corporate uniform
  • outdoor employees will be issued with a uniform