At Orikan, we’re more than just a workplace—we’re a team spanning cities and local communities across Australia, helping keep those populations on the move. Whether you're connecting with customers from our Call Centre, innovating behind the scenes as a Technologist, or out on the streets as a Parking Officer, your role matters.
Job Description
👟Get Out from Behind the Desk - Ditch the office chair and hit the pavement. This outdoor role gives you flexibility beyond the 9–5, fresh air, and movement built into your day—hello 10K+ steps!
About the role:
As an Orikan Senior Parking Officer, you’ll be the face of local mobility.
Every day, you’ll help improve parking equity and public safety by:
Patrolling designated areas to monitor parking compliance
Issuing infringement notices in line with South Australian Road rules and University by-laws and guidelines
Explaining parking requirements to university students, faculty and visitors
Recording enforcement activities and keeping accurate logs
Reporting incidents, hazards, or public safety concerns
Representing the University with professionalism, honesty and integrity
Administrative tasks - including roster and quality checks, reviewing compliance queries / issues
Liaising with the University on queries, complains & general feedback
Desired Skills and Experience
🎯What We’re Looking For:
If you're someone who blends empathy with authority, and you thrive on independence, then we want to hear from you.
Key traits we are looking for include:
A strong sense of fairness and respect for community needs
Resilience and diplomacy in challenging interactions
Integrity and sound decision-making under pressure
Excellent time management and attention to detail
Clear written communication for documenting enforcement
Basic computer literacy and strong interpersonal skills
Current driver’s licence (preferred - dependent on client requirements and location)
Experience in customer service or enforcement (preferred but not essential)
A willingness to learn the ins and outs of road safety and parking regulations
🕒Hours:
Flexibility to work across a 7-day rotating roster:
Monday to Friday between 6.30am to 6.30pm
Saturday & Sunday between 10.30am to 6.30pm
Roster days / hours may vary during peak periods
Weekend, public holiday and shift allowances where applicable
🎁What You’ll Get:
Supportive team culture with comprehensive training
Career development pathways
Uniform and equipment provided
Guaranteed annual salary increases
🔍Eligibility & Pre-Employment Checks:
Australian Citizen, PR or full working rights required
National Police Check, Working with Children Check and Pre-Employment Medical for progressed applicants.
💡Next Steps:
Ready to ditch the desk and dive into a role that keeps you active and engaged? Click Apply now!
🌈 Orikan is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer—committed to respect, inclusivity, and continuous growth.
