Coordinator Civil Project Delivery

Knox City Council; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Melbourne is seeking a Coordinator Project Delivery to lead the Civil Project Delivery and Asset Preservation teams. The role demands strong leadership, project management skills, and compliance with local government legislation. Ideal candidates will possess extensive knowledge of the local government environment and excellent interpersonal skills. This full-time position offers various employee benefits and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Accrued or rostered days off

Parental leave options

Salary sacrifice options

Support for further study

Discounted leisure memberships

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of relevant legislation.
• Ability to act as a role model for team values.
• Understanding of local government political environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Civil Project Delivery and Asset Preservation teams.
• Provide engineering support across assigned projects.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and governance.

Skills

Knowledge of Local Government environment

Organizational skills

Analytical problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Contract management expertise

Financial management skills

Job description

Overview

Coordinator Project Delivery is a full-time permanent role within the Engineering Services and Operations team at Knox City Council, based at the Civic Centre. The role involves active involvement in delivering major capital works and asset preservation across Knox, with leadership of the Civil Project Delivery and Asset Preservation teams.

The position provides engineering support, coordination and management in the preparation, implementation and management of assigned engineering projects, programs and infrastructure services. The Coordinator is expected to pursue strategic, technical and service excellence, demonstrate strong leadership and people management competencies, and uphold the organisation’s values in collaboration with the Senior Leadership Team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Civil Project Delivery team and the Asset Preservation team to deliver outcomes aligned with Knox City Council’s objectives.

• Provide engineering support, coordination and management across assigned projects, programs and infrastructure services from preparation through implementation and delivery.

• Drive strategic and service excellence, including technical leadership and value-based decision making, while embedding Council values across programs and activities.

• Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to champion organisational values and promote effective leadership, direction and people management within the teams.

• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, contractual requirements and financial governance in project delivery.

What you will bring to this role

The key selection criteria for this role are:

• Extensive knowledge of the Local Government environment and relevant legislation.
• Ability to act as a role model and leader to create an environment where teams demonstrate Knox Council’s shared values and behaviours.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to communicate effectively with the team, other Council staff, and the local community.
• Understanding of the political environment operating within local government.
• Analytical problem-solving skills and the ability to make informed day-to-day decisions.
• Expertise in contract management, civil design and project management across diverse client groups and asset categories.
• Financial and budgetary management skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and manage staff.

How to apply

Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter online via the Apply button by 11:45pm, Sunday 19 October 2025. All applications must be submitted via the online portal. No applications direct to the hiring manager will be considered.

For further information about this role, please contact Charlie Taveira, Manager Engineering Services and Operations, at the contact details in the job listing.

A link to the position description can be found in the Knox City Council Jobs and Careers page.

Please note: Candidates will be shortlisted as applications are received and the role may close earlier than the anticipated closing date.

Why work at Knox

Knox City Council offers a range of benefits and opportunities, including:

• Accrued or rostered days off for full-time roles, depending on operational requirements
• Leave options including up to 16 weeks primary and up to 4 weeks secondary parental leave
• Salary sacrifice options for Council-owned childcare fees
• Opportunities to take on temporary roles or work in different teams to build skills and support career growth
• Support towards further study
• 50% off Knox Leisureworks memberships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Knox City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you require support or access accommodations during the application process, please advise at the time of application.