Inclusive employment for local residents

We run an inclusive employment program for local residents who face barriers to employment.

The program offers a 6-month job opportunity with us in a role tailored to an individual’s areas of interest, goals, strengths and ability.

Program introduction

What we are offering

Download the print-ready opportunities guide(PDF, 2MB) for information about each role.

The roles

We have 11 unique roles that can be tailored to suit your skills. Browse the full position descriptions here:

  1. Service Navigation & Information Program Support Officer(PDF, 632KB)
  2. Supported Playgroups & Community Support Assistant(PDF, 626KB)
  3. Jets Creative Support Officer(PDF, 643KB)
  4. Youth Programs Assistant (Diverse Communities)(PDF, 624KB)
  5. Finance & Procurement Support Officer(PDF, 623KB)
  6. IT Help Desk Officer(PDF, 624KB)
  7. Safety and Wellbeing Project Support Officer(PDF, 621KB)
  8. Transport & Development Engineering Support Officer(PDF, 644KB)
  9. City Design Project Support Officer(PDF, 623KB)
  10. Asset Support Officer(PDF, 620KB)
  11. Strategic Waste Business Support Officer(PDF, 659KB) 

Employment begins in February 2027 and ends August 2027.

Things to know

Reasons to apply

As part of the program, you will:

  • make a difference in your local community
  • gain local government work experience and references
  • build on your strengths and skills in a role designed for you
  • be supported by an inclusive supervisor and team
  • receive individual coaching to set and achieve job and life goals
  • grow your social and professional connections.

Eligibility

You can apply for this program if you:

  • are a Banyule resident
  • face barriers to suitable and meaningful employment
  • identity as a member of 1 or more of the following community groups:
    • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
    • culturally and linguistically diverse people
    • people living with disability
    • young people (age 16-25).

We recognise that within these community groups, people may have overlapping identities or experiences. LGBTQIA+ people, older adults, carers, veterans and people affected by the justice system who meet the above criteria are encouraged to apply.

Hear from past employees

Watch these video stories on what it's like to be involved in the program from some of the previous participants:

Apply

Applications will open on 23 September and close on 14 October 2026.

Apply for a role online

Alternatively, you can print and complete a paper application(PDF, 208KB).

How to apply for an Inclusive Employment Program position

Follow these steps to find an available position, access the recruitment portal and submit your application.

Find an available position

  1. Open the Banyule City Council website.
  2. From the main navigation menu, select About us.
  3. On the About us page, select Careers.
  4. On the Careers page, select Current vacancies.
  5. On the Current vacancies page, select View current vacancies. This will open Banyule City Council's current job listings.
  6. Find and select Inclusive Employment Program 2027. You can jump directly to this step by selecting the application button found on this page.
  7. Read the position information carefully. When you are ready to begin your application, select Apply now.

Access the recruitment portal

  1. The Banyule City Council recruitment portal will open.
  2. Enter your email address in the Email field, then select Continue.
  3. If you already have a password for the recruitment portal, enter your password and continue to your account.

Create a password if this is your first application

First-time applicants: If this is your first time using the recruitment portal, use the password-reset process to create your password.

  1. On the login page, select Forgot password.
  2. Enter your email address in the Email field.
  3. Select Send link.
  4. Check your email inbox for a message from no_reply@lgss.com.au.
  5. Open the email and select Reset my password.
  6. Enter your new password. Your password must:
    • contain at least 8 characters
    • include letters
    • include numbers
    • include special characters
  7. Select Reset password.
  8. You will return to the recruitment portal login page. Enter your email address and new password, then select Login.

Complete your application

  1. Open the application for your chosen Inclusive Employment Program position.
  2. Work through each application question in order.
  3. Enter all required information. Complete all required questions and fields before submitting your application.
  4. Review your answers and check that the information you have entered is correct.

Submit your application

  1. At the end of the application, select Submit.
  2. Check that you receive confirmation that your application has been submitted.
  3. Check your email inbox for a confirmation email about your application.

Before you finish

Keep your confirmation email. The email confirms that your application has been submitted for the selected position.

Newsletter

Our local jobs newsletter contains monthly information on:

  • employment, training and volunteering opportunities
  • upcoming events and programs for job seekers.

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Learn more about helping to create local jobs.

Contact us

For more information, contact our Inclusive Employment Team at InclusiveEmployment@banyule.vic.gov.au

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