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Job Title


Project Management Office (PMO) Lead


Company : Melton City Council


Location : Melton, Australia


Created : 2025-05-17


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Band 7 - Salary Range $106,626 to $119,182 per annum + 11.5% Super + ADO Salary offered will depend on level of skills and experience. About Melton City Council The City of Melton is a community where everyone belongs. Ours is a vibrant and diverse municipality one of the fastest developing in Australia. Our organisation strives to provide our community with state-of-the-art amenities and facilities, engaging health and wellbeing options, and support to become active members of our Lifelong Learning City. We invest in innovation, offering professional and personal development, and generous leave and flexibility to staff, while fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture. Youll be able to work close to home in a dynamic setting featuring cafes and retail options set amongst heritage buildings and open green spaces. The Opportunity This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the successful delivery of two major projects as they move into the construction phase this year. As part of a dynamic and fast-paced team, youll play a key role in shaping developments that meet community needs and make a tangible impact. We are seeking an experienced PMO with a strong track record in delivering building infrastructure projects. If youre passionate about driving impactful developments and thrive in a collaborative environment, this role is for you. Key Responsibilities Undertake all tasks necessary for the successful management of Major capital projects including corporate reporting, governance, contract payments, and contract management. Establish and maintain robust project governance frameworks, including project charters, risk management plans, and communication strategies, to ensure transparency, accountability, and effective decision-making throughout the project lifecycle. Implement quality management processes and standards to monitor and evaluate the performance of construction projects, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards. Develop and maintain project performance metrics, financial and reporting mechanisms to track progress, identify areas for improvement, and communicate project status to key stakeholders. Provide budgetary control and regular reports to Council, Executive, Project Sponsor, and Project Owner on all aspects of assigned programs and projects. About you To be successful in this role, you will have the following: Tertiary qualifications plus postgraduate qualifications in engineering, building, project management, or equivalent, or qualifications in another field with several years of relevant experience. Alternatively, lesser formal qualifications with extensive and relevant experience in program and project management. Current valid white card (construction induction training). Extensive experience in program and project management of infrastructure projects. Extensive experience in contract management, negotiation, and dispute resolution of large-scale local government infrastructure projects. Extensive experience in change management in large organizations, including the use of recognized change management methodologies. Culture and Values Our vision for our community is: "A vibrant, safe, and livable city accessible to all." Our organisational values Motivate, Empower, Lead, Trust, Open, Nurture are reflected in everything we do, from decision-making to service provision. Reasons why staff love working at Melton City Council include: 16 weeks Paid Parental Leave (Super is paid during parental leave) For further information, contact Caterina Ciciulla, Head of Major Project Delivery, at 0499 1122 583. Applications must include a Resume and address the Key Selection Criteria with concise statements demonstrating your suitability. Eligibility: Must be legally entitled to work in Australia. Pre-employment requirements include a satisfactory criminal history check and compliance with COVID-19 Public Health Orders. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTIQA+, and culturally diverse backgrounds. Support or adjustments for interviews can be arranged if advised in advance. Melton City Council is committed to child safety and has Zero tolerance for child abuse. Applications close at 11:59pm on Wednesday, 14 May 2025. #J-18808-Ljbffr