Project Manager Digital Transformation

Temporary Part Time

$95,403.67 pro rata (plus 11.5% super and annual pay increases)

Flexible working arrangements available including flexitime and WFH

The Surf Coast includes the towns of Aireys Inlet, Anglesea, Lorne, Moriac, Torquay, and Winchelsea – it is amongst the fastest growing regional municipalities in Victoria (av. 3.06% annually for the last 15 years) with a permanent population of over 33,000.

The Surf Coast showcases unique environments from the coast to the hinterland - towns and villages with their own culture and lifestyles. The charm and values of a coastal lifestyle make it a place where people want to live, work, visit and experience an exceptional quality of life. In 2023 it was judged one of Australia’s most liveable municipalities.

Servicing the region’s community is Surf Coast Shire Council. Council’s aim is to be an innovative and flexible leader committed to business excellence. As well as providing opportunities to do meaningful work that benefits the community, Council offers the chance to add to a great culture that people want to be a part of. Our workforce is representative of the townships and communities it serves, and our culture is supportive, respectful, and connected to our purpose of helping our community and environment to thrive. 

At Surf Coast, we work together, we see opportunity, we do what we say, and we make a difference.

Council’s Digital Transformation Team is seeking a talented and dynamic project management professional to manage IT/Digital projects as part of the Digital Transformation Program. The role will involve some requirements gathering therefore some business analysis experience though not essential would be valued.

We are looking for a motivated individual with a background in delivering IT projects and who is driven to making a positive impact on the lives of our local community members and their families. 

Key Selection Criteria
Mandatory Qualifications, Experience and Requirements

• Demonstrated experience of managing IT/Digital projects.
• Demonstrated experience in defining project requirements.
• Experience in defining and measurement of benefits.
• Experience of Risk and issue Management. 
• Experience in management and reporting of project budgets and finances.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
• Demonstrated ability to deliver to strict deadlines.
• Good communication skills including the ability to engage with stakeholders and prepare written reports. 
• Accredited training in Project Management.
• Qualification Check 
• A current Working With Children Check
• You have the permanent right to live and work in Australia
• Police Check results that are suitable for this position (will be arranged by Surf Coast Shire Council).  A complete international criminal history check is required if the person has worked or lived overseas for any period of time OR a complete national criminal history check is required if the person has only ever worked in Australia.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

• Experience/knowledge of working on IT projects in a Local, State or Federal Government environment.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or PRINCE2 certifications or similar at ‘Practitioner’ level or above

Council embraces diversity and social inclusion and encourages applications from skilled people from all walks of life.

We recognise that our employees play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, respectful and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional services to our thriving community. Our Council is committed to providing a workplace culture of equity, inclusion and diversity that eliminates all forms of discrimination, harassment and bullying.

There are numerous social activities throughout the year available as well as the benefits of:

• Flexible working arrangements including working from home and flexi time options
• Employee Assistance Program and award-winning staff wellbeing program
• Career development and learning opportunities, we help our people grow
• Free onsite parking
• Leave loading.

More information on the role accountabilities, and the key selection criteria can be found in the Position Description which is available on our website. To apply online, visit https://www.surfcoast.vic.gov.au/About-us/Working-with-us/Employment select the "Apply Now" button, and we'll be in touch with you shortly regarding your application. 

If you believe you have the knowledge, skills and experience to fulfil this role and would like further information, please contact Stevan Muskett, Digital Information Program Director on 0437 329 ***

Applications are to be in Word or PDF format and should include a:

• cover letter
• statement addressing the selection criteria 
• copy of your resume. 

Please note that only applications with a statement addressing the selection criteria will be considered for this position.

Surf Coast Shire Council is an equal opportunity and child safe employer.