Frankston City Council is located on the eastern shores of Port Phillip Bay where the beach meets the natural landscapes of the Mornington Peninsula. We are a diverse community that provides a vibrant lifestyle along with a growing economic and arts sector.

Our leadership team is committed to building an engaged and collaborative culture where innovation and being future-focused are the norm. If you want to help shape the future of Frankston, now is the time to join our team!

About the Position

Council’s Family Health Support Services Department – Access & Social Support Team is looking for a Community Transport Officer to support the delivery of programs that enhance social participation and improve the wellbeing  of eligible residents of Frankston City. 

In this role, you will be responsible for safely operating Council mini-buses and assisting in the delivery of transport and social support programs.

Key responsibilities include:

• Driving buses for the Community Transport program, transporting passengers on regular trips to locations such as shopping centres, senior clubs, the Frankston Library and the Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre;
• Operating buses for the Outings program, supporting group excursions and fostering social connections among passengers with the support of a volunteer.
• Completing passenger reports and performing administrative tasks to support service delivery.

This is a part-time role (0.6 FTE) based at the Operations Centre, 3A Buna Avenue, Seaford, working 22.8 hours across Monday, Thursday and Friday each week.

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About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A current Victorian Heavy Vehicle Licence, minimum Light Rigid (LR) Category;
• Current driver accreditation to operate a commercial passenger vehicle issued by Commercial Passenger Vehicles Victoria;
• A current Police Check and Working with Children Check;
• Level 2 First Aid qualification;
• Relevant computer skills to support rostering and client management systems;
• Qualifications and/or experience in Aged Care, Disability Services, Community Services or Leisure and Health;
• Experience working with frail aged people and people with disabilities, including passenger transport
• Proven ability to provide leadership, maintain a positive culture, and uphold professional standards in all environments.

Please ensure to complete the key selection criteria to demonstrate how your skills match those required.

Benefits of Working at Frankston City Council

Be part of a workplace that is looking to transform the way we work and build on our values “Kinder, Fairer, Smarter.” As an employee, you will have access to benefits such as:

• Professional and career development opportunities
• Purchased leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Christmas Shut Down Leave (or time off in lieu)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Salary sacrifice gym membership at Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre

This position is Band 4, currently remunerated at $74,536.73 per annum (pro-rata), plus superannuation.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or have any questions, please contact Lenore Cairney on (03) 9768 1681 or lenore.cairney@frankston.vic.gov.au

The position description for this role can be found on the Frankston City Council Careers page. 

Applications close Wednesday 20 May 2026 at 11:55pm.

Culture at Frankston City Council

Frankston City Council respectfully acknowledges the traditional owners, the Bunurong people, as the custodians of the land on which we live and work and their Elders past and present.

Council is committed to building a culture that values diversity and promotes a workplace that welcomes and includes the unique contributions of all people. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people with disabilities.

We encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments or additional support you may require during the recruitment process, as well as how this role can be flexible for you.

Child Safety

Frankston City Council is a Child Safe Organisation and has a zero tolerance for child abuse. Council is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe environment where all children are valued and protected from harm and abuse and will promote a whole of community approach to keeping children safe. 

At Frankston City Council, protecting children and preventing child abuse is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all councillors, employees, contractors and volunteers.  Please refer to the Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy that’s located on the Frankston City Council website on the Child Safety Page, for further information. 

Pre-Employment Information

You will need to provide evidence of your right to work in Australia, certified copies of your qualifications, a current Driver Licence, Drivers Accreditation and Working with Children Check. You must also be willing to provide a Pre-Employment Health Declaration and undertake a pre-employment functional assessment and National Police Record Check.