Working at Council
The City of Newcastle is the 2nd largest city in NSW and the largest local government organisation in the Hunter Valley.
Over 1,000 employees work together to deliver value for money services which respond to ourcommunity’s needs.
Working at The City of Newcastle offers a great range of benefits including:
- Corporate fitness program
- Employee assistance program
- Work/life balance
- Paid parental leave
- Flexible work arrangements
- Employee education assistance scheme
- Employee assistance program
- 19 day month roster day system
Each year, all employee's have a formal discussion with their manager or supervisor to review their performance. This is completed utilising Council's Integrated Performance Development System (IPDS).
Employment Conditions
The City of Newcastle Enterprise Agreement 2010 (483kb)
Local Government (State) Award 2007 (288kb)
Contact us
City Administration Centre
282 King Street
Newcastle NSW 2300
Tel: 02 4974 2000