Job Description
INSPIRED
BY LIFESTYLE.
DRIVEN
BY OPPORTUNITY.
Vacancy Number
ER171+
Position Title
City Parking Policy Lead
Employment Status
Permanent, Full Time
Department
Planning and Regulation
Location
Bundall
Award Classification
Steam A Level 7
Salary
$107,117 - $113,388 Plus Super
Hours
36 Hours per week, +-day Fortnight
Be part of a respectful, fun and solutions focused team where compliance is highly valued to ensure decision making is effective, ethical, legal and in the public interest.
About the team:
This position is part of the Policy and Standards Business Unit which is responsible for the creation and amendment of the City’s local laws and developing the City’s standards and operational policy for a broad range of regulatory services, including environmental health, city laws, animal management and city parking
About your new role:
In collaboration with the Manager Policy and Standards, lead the delivery of specialist services, including advising on and operationalising legislation and developing standards and operational policy for the delivery of City Parking regulatory services.
Key Responsibilities:
Implement process and system changes required to operationalise legislation including the development of compliance and enforcement standards, work instructions and support materials for City Parking regulatory operations.
Engage regulatory operational teams (City Parking) to identify and implement improvement opportunities and optimise service delivery.
Project manage the implementation of new ways of working and deliver initiatives within quality standards and agreed timeframes.
Research, analyse, and review operational policy and emerging issues, developing evidence-based options, recommendations and implementing solutions tosupport regulatory program delivery.
Provide specialist technical advice and interpretation of legislation to support the delivery of City Parking compliance and enforcement services.
We're looking for people who have:
Have a sound understanding of government operational policy and processes with experience relevant to regulation.
Can rapidly learn and translate legislative and technical details into easy-to-understand information.
Have excellent writing skills and can produce high quality work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Have proven interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to liaise with a range of stakeholders.
Can work as part of a team, develop, and maintain key relationships and collaboration across multiple stakeholders in the development and monitoring of a diverse range of cross-functional projects.
Can use analytical and critical thinking to identify scope, organise tasks into a series of actions and deliver desired outcomes.
Have a Bachelor Degree in Business, Project Management, Law or the equivalent knowledge.
Have a Drivers License Class C Unrestricted.
Be part of shaping the Gold Coast's future
The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.
We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia and we have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:
+-day fortnight
Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations
Personal and professional development courses
Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member
1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year
We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community. We're committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture.
How to apply:
For more information, view the position brief by
Upload your Resume with a Cover Letter (of no more than 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role.
Documents need to be less than 2MB in size and PDF format is preferred. If you encounter technical issues when applying, please email recruitment@goldcoast.qld.gov.au
Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and ******* testing.
Contact Person
Jo Furey-Lopez
Contact Number
0404 4+0 485
Closing Date
Wednesday 7th May 2026
Please note applications for all of our vacancies close at 10.30pm on the listed closing date.
The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.
BY LIFESTYLE.
DRIVEN
BY OPPORTUNITY.
Vacancy Number
ER171+
Position Title
City Parking Policy Lead
Employment Status
Permanent, Full Time
Department
Planning and Regulation
Location
Bundall
Award Classification
Steam A Level 7
Salary
$107,117 - $113,388 Plus Super
Hours
36 Hours per week, +-day Fortnight
Be part of a respectful, fun and solutions focused team where compliance is highly valued to ensure decision making is effective, ethical, legal and in the public interest.
About the team:
This position is part of the Policy and Standards Business Unit which is responsible for the creation and amendment of the City’s local laws and developing the City’s standards and operational policy for a broad range of regulatory services, including environmental health, city laws, animal management and city parking
About your new role:
In collaboration with the Manager Policy and Standards, lead the delivery of specialist services, including advising on and operationalising legislation and developing standards and operational policy for the delivery of City Parking regulatory services.
Key Responsibilities:
Implement process and system changes required to operationalise legislation including the development of compliance and enforcement standards, work instructions and support materials for City Parking regulatory operations.
Engage regulatory operational teams (City Parking) to identify and implement improvement opportunities and optimise service delivery.
Project manage the implementation of new ways of working and deliver initiatives within quality standards and agreed timeframes.
Research, analyse, and review operational policy and emerging issues, developing evidence-based options, recommendations and implementing solutions tosupport regulatory program delivery.
Provide specialist technical advice and interpretation of legislation to support the delivery of City Parking compliance and enforcement services.
We're looking for people who have:
Have a sound understanding of government operational policy and processes with experience relevant to regulation.
Can rapidly learn and translate legislative and technical details into easy-to-understand information.
Have excellent writing skills and can produce high quality work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Have proven interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to liaise with a range of stakeholders.
Can work as part of a team, develop, and maintain key relationships and collaboration across multiple stakeholders in the development and monitoring of a diverse range of cross-functional projects.
Can use analytical and critical thinking to identify scope, organise tasks into a series of actions and deliver desired outcomes.
Have a Bachelor Degree in Business, Project Management, Law or the equivalent knowledge.
Have a Drivers License Class C Unrestricted.
Be part of shaping the Gold Coast's future
The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.
We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia and we have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:
+-day fortnight
Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations
Personal and professional development courses
Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member
1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year
We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community. We're committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture.
How to apply:
For more information, view the position brief by
Upload your Resume with a Cover Letter (of no more than 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role.
Documents need to be less than 2MB in size and PDF format is preferred. If you encounter technical issues when applying, please email recruitment@goldcoast.qld.gov.au
Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and ******* testing.
Contact Person
Jo Furey-Lopez
Contact Number
0404 4+0 485
Closing Date
Wednesday 7th May 2026
Please note applications for all of our vacancies close at 10.30pm on the listed closing date.
The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The City Parking Policy Lead position is now open for candidates interested in the Work from home Jobs sector. This role in Bundall offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Work from home Jobs is a plus.
