Community Infrastructure Strategic Projects Officer

Closing date: 9/06/2026 11:59 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time

Location: Desailly Street

Department: Facilities and Emergencies

Employment type: Full Time Temporary

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Community Infrastructure Strategic Projects Officer

Position No. 1036

Temporary Full Time – up to 24\-months

Band 6 \- $92,473 \- $100,655 annually, plus 12% statutory superannuation

Are you passionate about strategic planning and delivering projects that guide long\-term community outcomes?

Wellington Shire Council is seeking a driven professional to lead the development and delivery of strategic planning projects that inform how community infrastructure is planned, prioritised and delivered into the future.

This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of strategy, policy and project delivery, influencing decisions that will shape communities across Wellington Shire.

Key objectives of the role include:

• Lead the planning and delivery of community infrastructure strategic projects, ensuring alignment with Council Plan priorities, service needs and governance requirements.


• Manage end‑to‑end project activities, including scoping, feasibility, budgeting, scheduling and risk management.


• Procure, manage and coordinate external consultants, ensuring delivery aligns with project objectives, timeframes and budgets.


• Develop and contribute to new and updated strategy, policy and planning documents related to community infrastructure.


• Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal stakeholders, Councillors, government agencies, consultants and community groups across Wellington Shire.


• Plan and undertake community and stakeholder engagement activities, including preparation of reports, briefings and executive‑level updates.


• Provide high‑level advice and recommendations that reflect an understanding of the political, organisational and legislative context of local government decision‑making.

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate:

• Experience in infrastructure planning, strategic projects, project management or a similar role within a complex organisational environment.


• Well‑developed project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, tight deadlines and competing demands.


• Experience procuring and managing consultants and coordinating multidisciplinary stakeholders.


• Capability in developing strategy, policy, project documentation and reports for senior leadership and Council.


• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including experience working with communities and elected representatives.


• Sound understanding of the political and governance environment within local government or a comparable public sector setting.


• High level of proficiency in office tools, reporting and collaborative work practices.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing effectively as part of a team.

• Why Wellington?

Here at Wellington Shire Council, we have a strong commitment to create a workplace culture that is collaborative, provides work\-life flexibility and encourages opportunities for growth and development. We take pride in providing a supportive workplace with great career opportunities for our employees.

Every person at Wellington Shire Council brings their own unique experiences, perspectives and talents to help contribute to our vision of “Happy people, healthy environment and thriving communities”. As one of the largest employers in the region we have a diverse workforce of more than 500 staff who are based throughout the municipality, and we all work together as a team to make a positive impact in our community.

We use award\-winning technologies to seek and implement innovative improvements across the organisation. We work hard to position ourselves as a leader in local government, continuously improving our diverse range of services for the betterment of our community.

We offer a rewarding culture of innovation, flexibility and continued learning in a collaborative, supportive environment.

Wellington Shire Council is committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards and associated legislative requirements.

Wellington Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to encourage applications from people of different backgrounds, abilities, ages, genders and/or sexual orientations and gender identities. Wellington Shire Council takes climate change and sustainability seriously and is looking to respond proactively and positively to the challenges ahead.

About Wellington

Wellington Shire Council is located in the Gippsland region of the state of Victoria, Australia and is approximately two hours east of Melbourne by road or rail. Many of us dream of a simpler lifestyle, with wide open spaces and no traffic jams. In The Middle of Everywhere, we live that enviable lifestyle every day.

In Wellington Shire you will find a wide range of beautiful environments to explore, with our pristine beaches, picturesque mountain ranges, temperate rainforests, wetlands and plenty of diverse, contrasting spaces to take your breath away.

Whether it’s a stroll along the iconic Ninety Mile Beach, a canoe down the Macalister River or a bush walk through the Alpine National Park, there’s plenty to keep you busy in The Middle of Everywhere! Home to a range of tight\-knit communities, you’ll quickly find yourself right at home with the wonderful people that make these towns so special.

From our lively restaurant and café culture to the very best in local produce, you’ll never be short of Sunday brunch ideas and places to try! Eat. Drink. Gippsland Guide \| Visit Gippsland

Visit https://themiddleofeverywhere.com.au/ to find out why the Wellington Shire is a great place to live and work.

How to apply

Click on Apply Now and attach your current resume. Tell us why you are someone that fits the list of that we are looking for. You will need to apply by 11:59pm on Tuesday 9 June 2026\.

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