Authorised Officer - Roads and Traffic

Join our Roads & Traffic Team, dedicated to keeping our community safe, accessible, and well-regulated. We are committed to providing effective enforcement and regulation services while maintaining strong connections with the community.

The Role:
We are seeking a motivated and customer-focused Authorised Officer to conduct foot patrols and enforce parking and traffic regulations in our local government area. You will:

Patrol streets and designated car parks to ensure compliance with parking and traffic legislation
Investigate abandoned vehicles, littering, vehicle “for sale” complaints, boat trailer issues and other related offences
Issue penalty notices or warnings as appropriate and maintain accurate records
Collaborate with local police, community groups and other stakeholders
Represent Council in court and prepare reports as required
About You:
To succeed in this role, you will have:

A NSW Driver’s License
Strong customer service skills and experience
Excellent communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills
The ability to follow procedures, apply legislation, and work independently
(Desirable) Completion of a parking enforcement course or experience in issuing penalty notices
(Desirable) Knowledge of the Local Government Area
Join our Team and Grow with Us!

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!

Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
Get your application in by 11.59pm: Tuesday 17 March 2026
Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of the closing date
Package: $69,785-$73,858 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation. (Plus weekend penalty rates as worked).
Hours of work: Permanent Full Time. Working 38 hours per week, 9 day fortnight. Applicants must be available to work a range of shifts across a 7 day spread.
To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.
Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks, and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Reach out to Richard Andrikis, Team Leader Roads & Traffic, RAndrikis@ssc.nsw.gov.au for any job specific enquiries.
Alison Wady, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, awady@ssc.nsw.gov.au can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.


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About Sutherland Shire Council
Sutherland Shire is a unique area in greater Sydney. Boasting iconic beaches, stunning coastline, vibrant town centers, and incredible national parks. All just 26 km from the CBD. As one of the largest Councils in NSW, we're home to a growing and connected community of more than 230,000 people.

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It's a great time to join our team and do work that matters.