Facilities Management Project Officer

About the role

Melton City Council is looking for a Facilities Management Project Officer to join its Facilities and Asset Services team. You will plan, coordinate and deliver building renewal and upgrade works across Council sites, working with internal stakeholders, consultants and contractors so that projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to a high standard. This is a full-time permanent Band 6 position (2 vacancies) in Melton.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of minor capital works and service improvement projects using Council's Project Management Framework
• Project manage assigned projects and support the program leader in reviewing current and planning future programs
• Contribute to large and major capital projects by advising on building functionality, operational efficiency and long-term maintainability
• Administer renewal and minor capital works projects, ensuring targets, objectives, OHS compliance, risk management and expenditure
• Monitor contractor performance and take part in developing, implementing and auditing compliance with OHS, risk and asset management objectives

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification with some relevant project management, building construction, maintenance or specialist experience, or less formal qualifications with substantial relevant experience
• Understanding of building construction techniques, components, functionality and maintenance tasks
• Team player who collaborates well with colleagues and stakeholders
• Valid Victorian driver's licence and Working with Children Check
• Legally entitled to work in Australia; pre-employment checks such as a criminal history record check apply

What we offer

• Salary of $97,925.88 to $106,637.96 per year plus 12% superannuation and ADO, depending on skills and experience
• 13 ADOs per year, 5 weeks annual leave and genuine flexible work options
• Career development and leadership programs, access to the GMHBA health plan, wellbeing initiatives
• 16 weeks paid parental leave and 3 weeks paid secondary carer leave

Applications close 13 November 2026 and must include a resume and short statements addressing the key selection criteria.