Why work for Yarra Ranges Council?

Our values are the foundations to our success and the way we work at Yarra Ranges. They represent what we stand for and define the ways that we collectively work to deliver for our communities.

More information on our values can be found on Our Values page.

We offer a variety of modern flexible work arrangements that can support your needs including full-time, part-time, hybrid, and job-sharing options. Our flexible approach means many of our teams have the ability to work from home and from the office.

We are the largest municipality by area in Melbourne spanning over 2,500km² and comprising of over 150,000 people.

We are accessible for anyone travelling from the northern, eastern and south-eastern suburbs, by car or public transport. Our Lilydale offices are only a 15 minute drive from Eastlink in Ringwood or a 10 minute walk from Lilydale railway station. 

We offer a remarkable variety of career challenges. Whatever your expertise, Yarra Ranges can offer you the challenge you've been looking for.

A career with us means a wealth of opportunities. From liaising with one of our 20 different Departments, to gaining experience in a new area, we have many staff who take up several internal secondments throughout their time with us.

Every project you work on will enhance your skills and capabilities. The diverse communities within Yarra Ranges means that you will tackle a range of complex and outcome-focused projects. 

Yarra Ranges is a professional organisation incorporating leading edge thinking and practices. We believe in developing shared leadership capabilities and are committed to ongoing learning and development for everyone.

We're an inclusive work environment recognising the importance of diversity and difference. We welcome people at varying life stages, those with indigenous backgrounds and people with a disability. Everyone is an important part of our team.

Yarra Ranges Council recognises that all children have the right to feel safe and to be safe. We are committed to protecting children from abuse in line with Victorian Child Safe Standards and Council’s Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy.

Find out more about our commitment to the protection and wellbeing of young people.