- Full time,
permanent position
- Salary $128,553.65
(negotiable) + 12% Superannuation
- Unique
opportunity to drive strategic transport priorities including the North
East Link
Exciting opportunity for
a highly experienced professional to lead a small team to coordinate the
strategic planning and advocacy for significant transport infrastructure
outcomes, for the municipality and also in relation to the North East Link
project. Working collaboratively with
key stakeholders in our business and the community, you will engage, advocate
and liaise with the various North East Link project authorities and contractors
and other relevant stakeholders to ensure transport objectives are archived in
line with Council’s Transport Action Plan 2021.
- Be part
of the planning and delivery of Councils highest profile infrastructure
projects
- Utilise
your Transport Infrastructure, Planning and Project Management Skills
- Lead a
dynamic team of transport planners,
engineers and project specialists
Manningham Council proudly delivers over 100
different services to our vibrant and diverse community. From parks and
galleries to shopping hubs and home care, it is our focus to ensure that
Manningham remains a liveable and harmonious place to reside, work and visit.
Planning for the future is a key focus of our
work. We ensure that Manningham maintains a high level of liveability through
maintaining and developing community infrastructure and managing the strategic
direction of planning policies that affect properties in our region.
We provide challenging and rewarding employment
opportunities to innovative, passionate, and driven people. We have a positive
and friendly working environment, and we offer our employees a range of
benefits, including flexible work options, opportunities for career
development, and health and wellbeing initiatives.
We’re constantly transforming our organisation to
best support the needs of our local community. And we are looking for a new
game changer to join the team. A high performing individual who wants to shape
positive and inclusive outcomes for our community. You’ll have the opportunity
to take ownership of your work while developing and testing new ideas within a
culture of learning to deliver excellent outcomes for Manningham.
About the role
This role
is responsible for coordinating a team of professionals including the Strategic
Transport Planner and three Project Officers who provide the interface between
Council and the North East Link Project. Together this team deliver strategic
planning and advocacy for integrated transport, and represent councils’
interest on the North East Link project.
Skills and experience
- Tertiary qualified in
Civil Engineering, Transport Planning, Planning, Project Management (in
Infrastructure) or other relevant field.
- Highly experienced in
assessing large scale, complex transport infrastructure related projects.
- Experienced people
leader who can also manage a complex portfolio with competing demands
- Able to engage and
work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
- Flexible, agile and
able to respond to changing priorities, to complete tasks within tight
timeframes and solve problems on the go.
- An expert in the
workings of state and/or local government.
- Experienced in dealing
directly with the community on complex and sensitive matters.
Position Description can be viewed below or is
available on the job advertisement on the Manningham careers’ section: Job Vacancies
How to
Apply
Click APPLY
to submit your up-to-date CV and cover letter addressing the key requirements
of the role. For a confidential discussion please contact Julia Jenvey, Manager
Integrated Planning on 0436 638 212.
For all other enquiries regarding the recruitment
process, please email jobs@manningham.vic.gov.au or visit http://www.manningham.vic.gov.au/work-for-us
Applications
close on Monday 11 August 2025 at 11:00pm
Council
recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce for its employees and customers.
To ensure
equity of access to employment opportunities, Council encourages applications
from underrepresented groups including people who are from an Aboriginal and
Torres Strait Islander background, people from different ages, abilities,
gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds.
Manningham Council have a number of policies
and practices to help support our staff, including a Working from Home policy,
flexible work practices and an IT infrastructure to support various
communication methods when working remotely.
If you
require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements,
please advise the contact listed above in advance.
