Circular Head Council is an equal opportunity employer that values and utilises the contributions of workers with diverse skills, backgrounds and experiences.
The values or behaviours that Council will embrace to support our mission and guide us in achieving our Vision are:
Circular Head Council staff have the unique opportunity to participate in the changes that our region is experiencing. We are constantly looking for ways to improve and welcome employees with enthusiasm and a genuine desire to make a difference in their community.
Circular Head Council embraces an inclusive and diverse workforce, with great benefits and flexible work options. To ensure we attract and retain the best possible people to meet our future needs, we provide:
Equal employment opportunity
Circular Head Council aims to provide a workplace free from any form of discrimination, bullying and harassment. We are committed to creating an environment in which all forms of harassment and bullying are not tolerated at any level.
Learning and development
Council is committed to ongoing staff development and training. Employees are encouraged and supported to attend training and undertake study in approved courses.
Work/life balance, flexibility and benefits
Council appreciates the importance of a healthy work/life balance. Achieving balance in your life is vital to being a productive and happy employee.
Some of the flexible options available at Council include:
- Rostered Days Off
- 9-day fortnights
- Flexible working hours, where applicable
- Part-time and job share arrangements
- Working from home
- Banked Hours
- 3 Days paid leave at Christmas/New Year closure each year
- Salary sacrifice superannuation
- Employees can purchase additional leave (conditions apply).
- Employee Assistance Program offering professional confidential counselling
Salary and conditions of employment
Salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Council’s current Enterprise Agreement and relevant award for each position. Please refer to the Position Description for role classification level.
Superannuation
Council has a generous superannuation scheme – 13.5% for permanent employees personally contributing 7.06%.
Reward and recognition
Council employees are recognised after 5 years of service and continued recognition at five yearly intervals.
Uniforms
Dependant on your role Council employees have access to protective clothing, corporate uniforms, uniform allowance (conditions apply).
Health and wellbeing program
Providing a safe work environment is of utmost importance and taken very seriously. Council supports a comprehensive range of health and wellbeing initiatives which is supported by our Workplace Health and Advisory Committee. Current support programs include:
- Health and Wellbeing Program and events
- Zero Harm Safety Management System
- Health initiatives including flu vaccinations and health checks
- Mental Health Training
Council is committed to a safe and healthy work environment. Comprehensive workplace health and safety policies and procedures are in place to ensure staff are not placed at risk while at work.