• Full Time permanent  position  
• Band 7 $101K - $113K + superannuation & allowances 
• Unique opportunity to be involved in transport planning including for the Suburban Rail Loop and North East Link

Manningham Council proudly delivers over 100 different services to our vibrant and diverse community. From parks and galleries to shopping hubs and home care, 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

Working here is often challenging where no day is the same. You will have the opportunity to take ownership of your work, have your ideas heard and your achievements acknowledged.

• To provide strategic expertise into the development of Council’s transport and land-use related strategies and policies and manage programs and resources to facilitate and monitor the delivery of transport projects, programs and services. 
• To undertake research, development and advocacy as required to implement sustainable transport options within, and beyond, the Manningham municipality.
• To support the planning of various State Government major transport projects.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Transport / Land Use Planning or an associated discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in a similar role with experience in integrated transport and land-use management/planning including experience in strategy development, feasibility studies, project planning, technical reporting and budget control.
• Demonstrated analytical, consultation and problem solving skills in relation to transport planning in a similar environment.
• Knowledge of Local, State and Federal Government transport policies and the ability to identify and research key issues and emerging trends relevant to transport and land use planning and consider innovative transport solutions and ideas.
• Excellent communication, consultation and advocacy skills, including the ability to effectively manage public situations and a demonstrated ability to prepare concise and accurate reports (excellent written communication skills).
• Proven ability to be collaborative and gain the co-operation of key stakeholders both within the organisational and for our community.

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How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your up to date CV and cover letter addressing the key requirements of the role under the “Who are you?’ section of the position description. For a confidential discussion please contact Liz Lambropoulos, Team Leader Integrated Transport on 98409460.

For all other enquiries regarding the recruitment process, please visit http://www.manningham.vic.gov.au/work-for-us

Applications close on Sunday 9 July 2023 at 5pm

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.