Community Infrastructure Strategic Projects Officer
Location: Desailly Street
Department: Facilities and Emergencies
Employment type: Full Time Temporary
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Position No. 1036
Temporary Full Time – up to 24-months
Band 6 - $92,473 - $100,655 annually, plus 12% statutory superannuation
Are you passionate about strategic planning and delivering projects that guide long-term community outcomes? Wellington Shire Council is seeking a driven professional to lead the development and delivery of strategic planning projects that inform how community infrastructure is planned, prioritised and delivered into the future. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of strategy, policy and project delivery, influencing decisions that will shape communities across Wellington Shire.
Key objectives of the role
* Lead the planning and delivery of community infrastructure strategic projects, ensuring alignment with Council Plan priorities, service needs and governance requirements.
* Manage end‑to‑end project activities, including scoping, feasibility, budgeting, scheduling and risk management.
* Procure, manage and coordinate external consultants, ensuring delivery aligns with project objectives, timeframes and budgets.
* Develop and contribute to new and updated strategy, policy and planning documents related to community infrastructure.
* Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal stakeholders, Councillors, government agencies, consultants and community groups across Wellington Shire.
* Plan and undertake community and stakeholder engagement activities, including preparation of reports, briefings and executive‑level updates.
* Provide high‑level advice and recommendations that reflect an understanding of the political, organisational and legislative context of local government decision‑making.
The successful candidate will need to demonstrate
* Experience in infrastructure planning, strategic projects, project management or a similar role within a complex organisational environment.
* Well‑developed project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, tight deadlines and competing demands.
* Experience procuring and managing consultants and coordinating multidisciplinarystakeholders.
* Capability in developing strategy, policy, project documentation and reports for senior leadership and Council.
* Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including experience working with communities and elected representatives.
* Sound understanding of the political and governance environment within local government or a comparable public sector setting.
* High level of proficiency in office tools, reporting and collaborative work practices.
* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing effectively as part of a team.
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