Project Officer – Open Space Projects

• Salary Range Band 6 $99,631 - $108,597+ 12% superannuation
• 1 x Permanent Full-time and 1 x Temporary 12 month positions
• Located at St Kilda Town Hall or with flexible working arrangements possible.

About the Organisation 

The City of Port Phillip is an inner-city council with around 1000 employees who deliver more than 100 programs and services to our residents, businesses and visitors. These range from childcare and immunisations, to libraries, management of parks and open space, rubbish collection, road maintenance and more. City of Port Phillip has zero tolerance for child abuse and is a committed Child Safe organisation. 

About the Role

Support the planning, design and delivery of high quality open space capital projects that enhance our city.

Build strong working relationships across Council, consultants and contractors while contributing to projects from inception through to handover.

Work closely with senior project managers within the Project Delivery Department, City Infrastructure Division, to help deliver projects on time, on budget and to a high standard.

This is a great opportunity for a motivated project professional to grow their skills in a supportive, collaborative team committed to delivering great outcomes for the community.

Duties:

• Support delivery of open space capital projects from planning through to construction and handover
• Assist with procurement, tender processes and contract administration
• Coordinate project planning, design inputs and construction activities
• Monitor progress, risks, budgets and schedules, escalating issues as required
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to support consultation and delivery

Skills and Experience 

• Tertiary qualification in project management, open space planning or a related field
• Experience supporting capital works or open space projects
• Knowledge of budgeting, procurement and project management frameworks
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a multi project environment 

Culture 

People enjoy working at the City of Port Phillip because we are a welcoming, healthy and inclusive workplace.  We offer a vibrant and diverse work environment where our employees can develop both professionally and personally whilst planning and delivering a range of important services and programs to the community. 

Benefits

• We offer a workplace that accommodates your working style and needs. 
• Be supported and empowered by a leadership team that is community-focused, with a strong desire for change and a culture that encourages teamwork and innovation.
• Training and development opportunities, study assistance, flexible working conditions, paid parental leave, an active social club, a health and wellbeing program with access to fitness gyms, pools and facilities, and a well-regarded Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Security Requirements and Professional Obligations   

Pre-employment screening will apply to all appointments.  

Prior to a formal letter of offer, preferred applicants will be asked to provide:

• Evidence of mandatory qualifications/registrations/licences,
• Sufficient proof of their right to work in Australia, and                                                       
• Sufficient proof of their identity. 
• Complete a National Police Check completed via City of Port Phillip’s Provider.
• Evidence of a Working with Children Check (employee type with City of Port Phillip registered as the organisation). 

How to Apply

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All applicants must provide a Resume and Cover Letter in response to the key selection criteria located on the last page of the position description. The Cover Letter should be no longer than 2 pages and include each heading in the Key Selection Criteria.

Note: Only applications submitted via the online Recruitment Portal will be considered and only shortlisted candidates will be provided feedback.

Further information can be obtained by contacting Melanie Cowels, Head of Open Space projects via phone 0468 564 194 and email Melanie.Cowles@portphillip.vic.gov.au 

Applications close 11.59pm Tuesday 5 May 2026

The City of Port Phillip is an equal opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive and accessible environment where diversity is valued. We actively welcome and encourage candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nation and Torres Strait Islander candidates, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and candidates with a disability.

If you have accessibility requirements or require an adjustment to participate in our recruitment and selection process, please contact Yass Mustafa (Recruitment and Employee Experience Advisor) on phone 0468 576 806 or email: recruitment@portphillip.vic.gov.au