Here at CBCity
The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council’s in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 28 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 380,000 residents.
The role
Our Culture & Change Team has an exciting opportunity as an Organisational Development (OD Specialist). Your role is to empower our people to achieve our desired workplace culture through key people strategies, programs and initiatives that embed Council's Purpose of "Together we create a great city we love" to achieve our Ambition where "Our community that loves their community".
In this strategic role, you will do this through engagement, consultation and collaboration with leaders and team members across the organisation to build our culture, drive employee engagement and deliver people strategies and change solutions to help us achieve our strategic outcomes.
This is a temporary role until March 2027.
Duties will include but not be limited to:
• Partner with stakeholders to identify, develop, and implement strategies and programs that enhance organisational performance and optimise people and culture outcomes.
• Lead the design and delivery of organisation wide initiatives, including culture and engagement programs, staff events, and leadership forums.
• Develop and implement key deliverables and projects aligned with Council’s People (Workforce) Strategy and the Unit’s strategic plan.
• Provide coaching and best practice guidance to stakeholders on change management and cultural transformation.
• Lead organisational wide culture survey initiatives and the reward and recognition program.
• Undertake special projects or additional duties as required, aligned with the employee’s skills, capabilities, and training.
For a full list of duties, click HERE to review the position description.
You will have
• Tertiary qualifications in Organisational Development, Culture, HR or related field and/or relevant experience in culture, engagement, or change programs.
• Strong relationship and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience facilitating workshops and strategic planning sessions.
• Project management experience and the ability to manage multiple initiatives.
• Ability to influence and work across all levels of the organisation.
• C Class Driver’s Licence.
Desirable: Experience in the public sector and a diploma or higher in business, change management, psychology, or HR.
The salary range for this opportunity starts at $104,465.69 (Grade H, Step 1) plus 12% super.
Click HERE to access salary information for all steps within the designated Grade.
What’s on offer
• Opportunity to lead meaningful organisational change initiatives.
• Supportive team and dynamic work culture.
• Flexible working arrangements and Accrued Time Off.
• Access to professional development and leadership programs.
• Temporary full-time role within one of NSW’s largest councils.
For more information, please contact Nadia Omran – Coordinator Culture and Change at nadia.omran@cbcity.nsw.gov.au
You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply’ button below and create a login using your email address and upload a:
• Resume; and
• Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.
Applications close 1 October 2025.
CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at recruitment@cbcity.nsw.gov.au
Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.
Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.
