Business Improvement Officer (Capital Delivery)

7d ago , from Greater Geelong City Council

Job no: 500679
Work type: Permanent Full Time
Classification: Band 6 - $98,633.63 pa plus super
Categories: Project Management and Capital Delivery

About the role

In this role, you will work with a highly motivated team of professionals responsible for delivering a large and complex portfolio of capital works. You will drive improvements to project delivery practices by enhancing systems, processes and reporting. Working across Council, you'll provide expert advice, simplify ways of working, build capability and help teams adopt effective tools and frameworks to strengthen project delivery.

Key responsibilities include:

- Contribute to the delivery of Capital Delivery strategies and plans through targeted improvement initiatives.
- Provide expert project management advice to the Capital Delivery department, department leaders and key stakeholders.
- Support the implementation, administration, and ongoing improvement of project management systems and tools used for capital project delivery.
- Liaise with business users, system administrators, and IT to ensure systems meet operational and reporting needs.
- Build and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships through clear communication.
- Train and actively support others in the team by sharing knowledge to achieve common development goals.
- Execute, monitor, and report on work progress against plans and initiatives to ensure timely delivery in line with the relevant regulations and policies.




- Support routine problem-solving and continuous improvement activities by identifying and addressing gaps and inefficiencies to minimise financial waste.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have a relevant qualification in project management, construction management, business management or similar and or significant relevant professional experience in a comparable organisation.

- Demonstrated experience in business improvement, project management support, or PMO functions, preferably within local government or a large, complex organisation.
- Experience preparing reports, analysing and interpreting data, and presenting insights to senior leaders and governance forums.
- Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, governance, and lifecycle management.
- Demonstrated ability to provide advice and support to stakeholders on project management processes, reporting and systems.
- Effective stakeholder management skills and the ability to work collaboratively to achieve outcomes.
- A current Working with Children Check (Employee).
- Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process (funded by the City).

Child Safety Responsibilities

We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers,



and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read ourChild Safe Standards Management Policy.

Diversity and Inclusion

At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working setting. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.

We are the City

From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

Applications and Enquiries

Enquiries: Maddy Bisits | Manager Capital Delivery | ************@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

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Advertised: 29 Jul 2026 7:30 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 19 Aug 2026 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time

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