Benefits, wellbeing and inclusion

More than a job. A career that supports your life. 

At Northern Grampians Shire Council, we believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and connected. That is why we offer a range of benefits, wellbeing initiatives and flexible working options designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally. 

Whether you are looking for meaningful work, career development opportunities, flexibility for family commitments, or a healthy work-life balance, you will find it here. 

Employment

Flexible work and lifestyle

We understand that everyone's circumstances are different. We work with our employees to provide flexible working arrangements that support both individual needs and operational requirements. 

Benefits may include: 

  • Hybrid and remote working opportunities for eligible roles. 
  • Flexible start and finish times. 
  • Rostered Days Off (RDOs). 
  • Part-time and flexible work arrangements. 
  • Gradual return-to-work options following parental leave. 
  • Transition-to-retirement arrangements. 

Learning and career development

We are committed to helping our people grow and succeed. 

As a regional council, you will have the opportunity to gain broad experience, take on diverse projects and develop skills across multiple areas of the organisation. 

Opportunities include: 

  • Ongoing training and professional development. 
  • Leadership development programs. 
  • Internal career progression opportunities. 
  • Acting and higher duties opportunities. 
  • Graduate placements, traineeships and apprenticeships. 
  • Cross-functional project work and secondments. 

Family-friendly benefits

We recognise the importance of balancing work and family commitments and offer a range of supportive benefits. 

These include: 

  • 16 weeks paid parental leave for primary carers, regardless of gender. 
  • Purchased leave options, allowing employees to buy up to four additional weeks of leave each year. 
  • Flexible work arrangements for carers. 
  • Gradual increase or decrease in working hours when returning from parental leave or transitioning to retirement. 
  • Leave provisions that support a range of personal and family circumstances. 

Financial benefits

We offer a range of benefits that help maximise your take-home pay and support your financial wellbeing, including:

  • Salary packaging opportunities. 
  • Novated leasing options. 
  • Competitive local government employment conditions. 
  • Access to professional development and career growth opportunities. 

Health and wellbeing

Supporting your health and wellbeing

The wellbeing of our employees is important to us.

We are committed to creating a positive workplace culture where people feel supported, connected and equipped to perform at their best. 

Our wellbeing initiatives include: 

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential counselling and support services. 
  • Discounted gym memberships. 
  • Flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance. 
  • Modern activity-based workspaces. 
  • Sit-stand workstations. 
  • Access to health and wellbeing programs and initiatives. 
  • Supportive leaders who prioritise employee wellbeing. 

Our activity-based working environment provides a variety of workspaces to suit different tasks and working styles, including quiet zones for focused work and collaborative spaces for team-based activities and innovation. 

Diversity, equity and inclusion

Everyone belongs at Northern Grampians Shire

Northern Grampians Shire Council is committed to being an inclusive and welcoming workplace where people from all backgrounds feel respected, valued and empowered to succeed. 

We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our organisation, enriches our culture and helps us better serve our community. 

We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, gender identities, sexual orientations, abilities, cultural backgrounds, faiths and life experiences.

We actively encourage applications from: 

  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. 
  • People with disability. 
  • People from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. 
  • Members of the LGBTIQA+ community. 
  • People returning to the workforce. 
  • Individuals seeking flexible work arrangements. 

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring fair, equitable and non-discriminatory employment practices throughout the recruitment process and employment lifecycle. 

Gender equity

Our commitment to gender equity

At Northern Grampians Shire Council, we are committed to creating a workplace where people of all genders have equal access to opportunities, resources, career progression and leadership pathways. 

Gender equality is more than a compliance requirement. It is fundamental to building a safe, respectful and high-performing workplace where everyone can contribute, succeed and thrive. 

Our commitment is formalised through our Gender Equality Action Plan 2026-29, endorsed by council and signed by our Chief Executive Officer, demonstrating our ongoing commitment to meeting the requirements of the Victorian Gender Equality Act 2020 and driving meaningful workplace change. 

Child safety

Our commitment to child safety

Northern Grampians Shire Council is committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of all children and young people. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are dedicated to maintaining child-safe environments across our organisation and services.

Recruitment support and accessibility

Our commitment to accessibility

We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible and inclusive for everyone. 

If you require reasonable adjustments or assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, our People and Culture team is here to help ngsc.hr@ngshire.vic.gov.au  

We will work with you to ensure you can participate fully and confidently throughout the recruitment journey.