North East Link Project Officer

Manningham Council; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 102,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Job summary

Manningham Council is seeking a Civil/Transport Engineer to deliver engineering and asset expertise for the North East Link interface, based at the Manningham Civic Centre with hybrid options.

The role involves investigations, analysis and stakeholder management to protect community interests, coordinating deliverables, managing risk, and collaborating with government authorities and external contractors to deliver major infrastructure outcomes.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualified in Civil Engineering, Transport Engineering, Asset Management and Planning or other relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering and asset expertise to support Manningham's interface with the North East Link project.
• Undertake investigations, analysis, and stakeholder management to protect and represent community interests.
• Coordinate project deliverables, manage risk, and collaborate with State Government authorities and external contractors.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Civil Engineering / Transport Engineering / Asset Management or related

Job description

• Temporary (fixed term) Full time, until January 2028
• Salary $113,574.00 + 12% Superannuation
• Based at Manningham Civic Centre - Doncaster (Hybrid options available)

Deliver engineering and asset expertise, optimise major infrastructure interface, and shape lasting transport outcomes for the Manningham community.

• Provide critical technical engineering and asset expertise to support Manningham's interface with the North East Link project.
• Undertake investigations, analysis, and stakeholder management to protect and represent community interests.
• Coordinate project deliverables, manage risk, and collaborate with State Government authorities and external contractors.

Manningham Council proudly delivers over 100 different services to our vibrant and diverse community. From parks and galleries to shopping hubs and leisure centres, it is our focus to ensure that Manningham remains a liveable and harmonious place to reside, work and visit.

Planning for the future is a key focus of our work. We ensure that Manningham maintains a high level of liveability through maintaining and developing community infrastructure and managing the strategic direction of planning policies that affect properties in our region.

We’re constantly transforming our organisation to best support the needs of our local community. And we are looking for a new game changer to join the team. A high performing individual who wants to shape positive and inclusive outcomes for our community. You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of your work while developing and testing new ideas within a culture of learning to deliver excellent outcomes for Manningham.

About The Role

Reporting directly to the Coordinator of Integrated Transport, this role provides engineering expertise and technical advice to guide Council’s response to the North East Link Project (NELP). You will act as a key interface between Council and NELP, ensuring Manningham’s best interests are strongly represented. This includes conducting complex investigations and asset oversight, assessing large-scale project impacts, and collaborating closely with internal stakeholders as well as State Government departments and external contractors to protect community outcomes.

Skills And Experience

• Tertiary qualified in Civil Engineering, Transport Engineering, Asset Management and Planning or other relevant field.
• Experienced in assessing large scale projects for the community.
• Able to engage and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders and build strong partnerships and relationships.
• A skilled negotiator with the ability to influence outcomes.
• Flexible, agile and able to respond to changing priorities and to complete tasks within tight timeframes.
• A problem solver, with ability to identify and manage complex issues.

Position Description can be viewed below or is available on the job advertisement on the Manningham careers’ section:

Job Vacancies

Applications close on Tuesday 10 November 2026 at 11:00pm.

Don’t meet every requirement for this role? Studies have shown women and those of underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for roles unless they meet all the criteria. We recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If your experience doesn’t perfectly align with the selection criteria, but you’re excited about this role and keen to work at Manningham Council, we encourage you to apply now.

Council recognises the benefits of a diverse workforce for its employees and customers.

To ensure equity of access to employment opportunities, Council encourages applications from underrepresented groups including people who are from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people from different ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds.

Manningham Council have a number of policies and practices to help support our staff, including a Working from Home policy, flexible work practices and an IT infrastructure to support various communication methods when working remotely.

If you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed above in advance.

Manningham Council is a child safe organisation and, as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check.