Major Projects Officer

Melton City Council; Melton; On-site; AUD 109,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Victoria is seeking a Project Manager to oversee major project developments. This full-time role offers a competitive salary ranging from $109,825 to $122,758 annually plus benefits. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of project delivery, including financial controls, while collaborating with team members and external contractors. Applicants should possess relevant tertiary qualifications and extensive experience in project management. The position also emphasizes a commitment to community values and well-being.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Generous leave entitlements

Access to health plans

Paid parental leave

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in project management and implementation of major works programs.
• Experience as it relates to planning, design, and construction of infrastructure.
• Current valid Victorian driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Assist in project management for major projects throughout their life cycle.
• Provide regular reports to the Project Owner and manage the Project Working Group.
• Handle financial aspects including budget control and procurement policy adherence.

Skills

Project management

Contract management

Procurement

Team collaboration

Education

Tertiary qualifications in project management, engineering, or building

Job description

1 x Full Time Permanent Position

2 x Full Time Fixed Term Positions – 2 years

Band 7 – Salary Range $109,825 – $122,758 per annum + 12% Super + ADO

Salary offered will depend on level of skills and experience.

Why join Melton City Council?

Melton City Council is proud to serve one of Australia’s fastest-growing and most diverse communities. We are a forward-thinking local government committed to creating a city where everyone feels welcome, supported, and empowered.

As a Council, we are driven by innovation, inclusion, and excellence. We deliver high-quality services and infrastructure, promote lifelong learning, and champion health and wellbeing across our municipality. Our team plays a vital role in shaping a vibrant, sustainable future for our residents.

Working with us means being part of a collaborative and inclusive culture that values your growth. We offer:

• Professional and personal development opportunities
• Generous leave entitlements and flexible work arrangements
• A dynamic workplace close to home, surrounded by heritage charm, green spaces, and modern amenities

Join us and help build a city that thrives – where your work makes a real difference every day.

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity to be part of delivering two exciting major projects. This is a great opportunity for anyone who is looking to progress their career in project management by being part of a dynamic and fast paced team. These projects are at the early stages of design so this will be an opportunity to be part of shaping the developments that respond to the needs of the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting in all aspects of project management in relation to assigned major projects in accordance with Council’s PMF during the full project life cycle, and ensure that assigned projects are delivered on time, within budget and scope and in accordance with the approved business case.
• Assist in providing regular reports to the Project Owner and Project Control Group and to manage all aspects of the Project Working Group for assigned projects.
• Assisting with all financial aspects of the project including budgetary control, complying with Council’s procurement and purchasing policy, adhering to Council’s tender and contract management process and submit reports on the progress and financial status of projects.
• Co-ordinate and work with staff, consultants and contractors as required.
• Ensure all Council’s policies and procedures are followed including implementing occupational health and safety actions and all relevant legislative requirements.

About you

To be successful in this role you will have the following:

• Tertiary qualifications in project management, engineering, building or equivalent, or extensive and demonstrable technical expertise and experience in all aspects of project management, contract management and procurement.
• Extensive experience in project management and the implementation of major works programs particularly as they relate to planning, design and construction of building, open space and civil infrastructure.
• Experience in working with and contributing to multi-tasked team outcomes and work environment.
• Current valid Victorian driver’s licence.

Culture and Values

Our vision for our community is to be: “A vibrant, safe and liveable city accessible to all” and that means there’s a place here for you too. Our organisational values represent us as an established growth Council and the values are reflected in everything we do; our decision-making, our actions and our service provision to the community. Council has a diverse and vibrant organisation and we’d love to have you join us to help shape a city for the future.

• Motivate
• Empower
• Lead
• Trust
• Open
• Nurture

Benefits

There are a number of great reasons why our people love working at Melton City Council:

• 13 ADO’s (Accrued Day Off) per year*
• 5 weeks annual leave*
• Genuine Flexible work options
• Extensive Career Development & Leadership Programs
• Access to the Local Government Employee Health Plan (GMHBA) with exclusive benefits
• 16 weeks Paid Parental Leave (Super is paid during parental leave)*
• 3 weeks Paid Secondary Carer Leave*
• Wellbeing initiatives

*Eligible for Full Time positions or for Fixed term positions eligible after 12 months of employment.

How To Apply

If you require further information about the position, please contact Sally Delany, Senior Project Lead – Major Project Delivery on 0428 658 829.

Applications must include a Resume and address the Key Selection Criteria outlining your suitability to the role. To address the Key Selection Criteria, you will need to write short statements explaining how you meet the criteria, or how you demonstrate the capability. We encourage you to keep your responses concise.

To be eligible for employment at Melton City Council you must be legally entitled to work in Australia.

All successful applicants will need to undertake pre-employment requirements including but not limited to a satisfactory criminal history record check. Successful applicants must be able to comply with any public health orders applicable to local government.

We strongly encourage job applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. If selected for an interview and you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed above in advance.

Melton City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation and has Zero tolerance for child abuse. Melton City Council is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation where protecting children and preventing and responding to child abuse is at the centre of our everyday thinking and service delivery.

Applications close 11:59pm Thursday 29 January 2026.