Band 8 - $130,399 to $146,125 per annum (plus super)
Permanent Full Time
About Us
Located 35km to the southeast of Melbourne, Greater Dandenong City Council covers 129 square kilometres and has a population of over 169,000 people. The central activities district is Melbourne's second largest retail and commercial centre and includes large shopping complexes at Dandenong and Keysborough as well as the highly popular Dandenong Market.
Greater Dandenong City Council is the most culturally diverse locality in Australia, with residents from over 150 different birthplaces, nearly two-thirds of whom were born overseas. Key industries include manufacturing, health care and social assistance, retail trade, wholesale trade and transport.
We are a progressive organisation of exceptional character that offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment to approximately 900 employees. We recognise that our staff are vital to the delivery of excellent service to our community and the achievement of our long-term vision. We invest in the development of our people, and we strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged, accountable, creative and honest.
About the role
What we are looking for:
Reporting to the Chief Infrastructure Officer, this newly created position has been established to strengthen project governance and delivery across Council in response to increased investment in capital works and a commitment to improving project performance.
As Coordinator of the Project Management Office (PMO), you will lead the development and implementation of a Project Management Framework (PMF) to ensure consistency in planning, delivery, reporting and governance for both capital and operational projects. You will play a key role in coordinating the Capital Program, monitoring performance, and driving improvements to achieve Council’s ambitious target of 100% program delivery each year with minimal carryover.
The primary ongoing objectives of the position are to:
• Develop, implement and maintain PMF to standardise project planning, delivery, reporting and governance.
• Coordinate Capital Program Management and implement project monitoring, controls and reporting to track and identify projects requiring intervention and uplift.
• Support Councils Organisational Planning and Strategy Department in updating the 10-year Capital Plan and annual budget development.
• Lead the development of Councils annual Capital Program, informed by Councils 10-year Capital Plan and Budgets.
• Proactively pursue any further opportunities to improve project delivery and performance and achieve Councils target of 100% program delivery each year with zero (less than $1m) carryover.
As this is a new role, you will also:
• Establish the PMO with an initial focus on civil, open space, and building projects, with the view to expand to become an organisation wide Enterprise PMO supporting capital projects and a suite of reportable operational projects.
• Introduce modern tools and systems to support program management, whilst contributing feedback towards broader system enhancements.
• Act as a hub for project discovery, guiding requirements and shaping future projects.
• Establish a Capital Works Committee to provide monthly oversight and governance on the annual Capital Program, including project tracking, risks, financial performance, and variation control.
About you
You are a strategic and proactive leader with strong experience in project management and governance. You’ll champion the Project Management Framework, provide expert advice, and drive continuous improvement in project delivery.
This role requires strong leadership to build team capability, monitor quality, and foster collaboration, while ensuring compliance with safety, risk and legislative standards. Adaptability, strategic thinking and a commitment to innovation and customer service are essential.
To be successful in this role, you will have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the following:
• A tertiary qualification in Project Management and/or Construction and Engineering, with at least 5 years’ experience in delivering a diverse range of large-scale community asset projects.
• Experience in a formal leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience of develop, implement and maintain a Project Management Framework (PMF) within local government.
• Demonstrated experience of working well and influencing decisions when working with large and multi-disciplinary groups.
• Experience and skills to pro-actively plan and implement strategies, projects, policies, programs and services.
• Demonstrated experience at utilising effective interpersonal skills, incorporating listening, liaison, facilitation and presentation skills to persuade, convince or negotiate with clients, members of the public, other employees, tribunals and persons in other organisations.
• Demonstrated experience of being accountable for delivering business plan objectives, meeting KPIs, deadlines and budget outcomes, and formal report writing.
Please ensure you address the key selection criteria outlined in the position description as part of your application.
You may be required to undertake practical testing, work preference profiling / psychometric testing, functional capacity assessment (physical) or aptitude testing.
The successful candidate will be asked to produce a clear Working with Children Check and will be asked to consent to a national police check (and where relevant an ‘international criminal history check’), subject to the operation of spent conviction laws. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
Benefits of working with us
Council believes in providing an environment where staff thrive, both in the work they do and in how they learn and develop as people and professionals.
Our workplace has an inclusive and diverse culture which encourages innovation and supports your work and life balance. There are plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and grow your career within our expanding and diverse organisation.
Our benefits include
• Competitive salary
• Salary sacrifice childcare (where available)
• Flexible working options supported including hybrid work
• Access to learning & development programs including study assistance
• Reward & recognition programs
• Health initiatives
• Access to our support and wellbeing programs
• A vibrant social club
For more information about our benefits, please visit our careers page: Working with Us
Council will consider flexible working arrangements for all positions. We embrace our diverse community and encourage applications from everyone including people of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander background, people of diverse sexual orientation and gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of varied age, ability, and faith. Council will give due consideration to any workplace adjustments to accommodate the needs of any prospective or existing staff member.
Council is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment and promoting cultural safety and wellbeing for children with zero tolerance for child abuse and harm.
If you require any access or reasonable adjustment at any point throughout the recruitment process, then please do let us know by contacting the listed Hiring Manager – your experience truly matters to us.
To apply
To apply for this position please complete the online application form including:
· A brief cover letter
· Your resume
· Response to key selection criteria
You will be required to answer selection questions as part of the application process. The selection process also includes the requirement for reference checks
Position Description: Coordinator Project Management Office – 334.1 KB
Applications close: 5pm, Wednesday, 4 February 2026
Further information: Samantha Ackland, 8571 5298
