Coordinator Infrastructure Project Planning

at  Sutherland Shire Council

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A COORDINATOR OF INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT PLANNING!

Sutherland Shire Council is looking for an experienced and inspired individual to lead the Project Planning team in Council’s Infrastructure Planning & Design unit. With multiple buildings, parks, playgrounds and sports amenities across our portfolio, these roles will play a key part in delivering our Capital and Operational Works programs while working in a dynamic and highly collaborative environment.
The Asset Strategy and Delivery Division undertakes long-term asset management across the portfolio and delivers a pipeline of infrastructure through staged planning, design, and construction over a 4-year program. Sitting within the Infrastructure Planning & Design unit, this position will be responsible for initiatives such as master planning Councils high-priority parks and reserves, major renewals and expansions to Councils infrastructure portfolio, recreational service analysis and plans of management.

ARE YOU THE PERFECT FIT?

If you have a degree in planning, architecture, landscape architecture or engineering along with experience in project planning and management, this role is for you. We are looking for a strategic thinker with excellent leadership skills, the ability to engage stakeholders effectively, and a knack for problem-solving. If you are goal-oriented, have strong communication skills, and thrive in a team-oriented environment, we want to hear from you!

• Being a champion for design excellence, bringing innovation and expertise to significant community projects.
• Bringing your can-do attitude and commitment to working within a multi-disciplinary planning and design team.
• Providing technical guidance & advice to team members, senior management, & the organisation in respect to project planning and strategic considerations.
• Working autonomously, driving the program and setting projects up for success.

Join our Team and Grow with Us!

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!

• Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
• Get your application in by 11.59pm: Tuesday 10th September 2024.
• Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated week commencing 16th September 2024.
• Package: From $120,000 gross p.a. plus 11.5% superannuation. Salary will be determined based on the skills and experience of the successful candidate.
• Hours of work: Full time 35 hours per week with the option of a 19 day month. This is a temporary role and is expected to be available up to 12 months.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and may also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.
Reach out to Sarah Northup, snorthup@ssc.nsw.gov.au Project Manager, for any job specific enquiries.
Jodi Johnson jjohnson@ssc.nsw.gov.au, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

ABOUT US

If you want to make a difference and be part of a challenging and rewarding working environment, then joining us just might be the right career move for you! Join a passionate and dedicated team covering a diversity of services, industries and occupations.
At Sutherland Shire Council we do more than serve our community – we are our community. Our energy can be seen in everything we do. From having a can-do attitude, to embracing change and opportunities, being people-centred and working together as one.

YOUR ROLE AS COORDINATOR OF INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT PLANNING

As the Coordinator of Infrastructure Project Planning, you will play a crucial role in leading the planning phase of our projects. Your responsibilities will include project planning for a range of development types, consultant procurement, stakeholder engagement, feasibility assessments, reporting, and more. You will work closely with the Infrastructure Planning and Design Manager to ensure the smooth progression of projects from initiation to completion.

Key focus areas for this role include:

• Leading the delivery of Capital Works projects during the project planning phase.
• Create project briefs and delivery programs in close coordination with clients and stakeholders, setting the project objectives.
• Determining planning pathways and obtaining necessary approvals, including any heritage and cultural considerations.
• Undertake feasibility assessments and options studies, including advice on delivery programs and staging of works.
• Collaborate and coordinate with stakeholders, clients and consultants across a range of disciplines to develop strategies and resolve problems.
• Engage and manage internal and external planning and design consultants.
• Work closely with the Asset Management, Design and Construction teams to deliver valued community assets.

If you have a degree in planning, architecture, landscape architecture or engineering along with experience in project planning and management, this role is for you. We are looking for a strategic thinker with excellent leadership skills, the ability to engage stakeholders effectively, and a knack for problem-solving. If you are goal-oriented, have strong communication skills, and thrive in a team-oriented environment, we want to hear from you!

• Being a champion for design excellence, bringing innovation and expertise to significant community projects.
• Bringing your can-do attitude and commitment to working within a multi-disciplinary planning and design team.
• Providing technical guidance & advice to team members, senior management, & the organisation in respect to project planning and strategic considerations.
• Working autonomously, driving the program and setting projects up for success

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!

• Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
• Get your application in by 11.59pm: Tuesday 10th September 2024.
• Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated week commencing 16th September 2024.
• Package: From $120,000 gross p.a. plus 11.5% superannuation. Salary will be determined based on the skills and experience of the successful candidate.
• Hours of work: Full time 35 hours per week with the option of a 19 day month. This is a temporary role and is expected to be available up to 12 months