ABOUT US

Located 35km to the southeast of Melbourne, Greater Dandenong City Council covers 129 square kilometres and has a population of over 169,000 people. The central activities district is Melbourne’s second largest retail and commercial centre and includes large shopping complexes at Dandenong and Keysborough as well as the highly popular Dandenong Market.
Greater Dandenong City Council is the most culturally diverse locality in Australia, with residents from over 150 different birthplaces, nearly two-thirds of whom were born overseas. Key industries include manufacturing, health care and social assistance, retail trade, wholesale trade and transport.
We are a progressive organisation of exceptional character that offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment to approximately 900 employees. We recognise that our staff are vital to the delivery of excellent service to our community and the achievement of our long-term vision. We invest in the development of our people, and we strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged, accountable, creative and honest.

The City of Greater Dandenong is seeking a Contracts Officer to support the planning, monitoring and coordination of contractor-delivered open space maintenance services across the municipality.
Reporting to the Coordinator City Presentation, this role will work closely with Team Leaders to ensure the quality and compliance of mowing, horticulture, and open space contracts. You’ll assist with the preparation of work orders, monitor contractor performance and service standards, and support the development of improved contract systems and processes.
This is a newly created role following a strategic service review and offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing improvement of Council’s open space presentation and maintenance standards.