Strategic Place Coordinator - Bypass Transition

The City of Coffs Harbour - Coffs Harbour NSW

$124,000 - $137,000 a year

Full time

16h ago , from Coffs Harbour City Council

- Lead a once-in-a-generation transformation that will shape the future of Coffs Harbour for decades to come.
- Bring people, ideas and opportunities together to maximise the benefits of the Coffs Harbour Bypass.
- Strategic, influential and highly visible role reporting directly to the General Manager.

About the Role

The Coffs Harbour Bypass is more than a major infrastructure project. It represents a transformational moment for our region, creating exciting opportunities to enhance our economy, revitalise key precincts and strengthen community outcomes.

Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Strategic Place Coordinator - Bypass Transition will lead the City's strategic response to this generational change. Working across all levels of government, industry, business, community organisations and City teams, you'll bring together diverse stakeholders, projects and opportunities to maximise the long-term benefits of the bypass for our community.

This is a rare opportunity to sit at the centre of a complex and highly visible initiative. Success will require a unique blend of emotional intelligence, strategic thinking and project leadership. You'll influence outcomes without direct authority, build trusted relationships across a broad range of stakeholders and navigate competing priorities to achieve meaningful results.

If you're a natural relationship-builder who can unite people around a shared vision and drive meaningful outcomes, this is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on your career and our community.

Hear from our General Manager, Murray Wood, about this unique career-defining position.

About You

We're looking for someone who can bring people together, build strong relationships and influence outcomes in a complex and evolving environment.



You'll combine exceptional emotional intelligence with robust project management and organisational skills, enabling you to coordinate multiple initiatives, navigate competing priorities and maintain momentum towards shared goals.

You'll be comfortable engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders, including government representatives, business leaders, community groups, industry partners and technical specialists. You'll be someone who thrives on collaboration, can work autonomously with minimal direction, and uses data, insight and sound judgement to inform decision-making. Most importantly, you'll have the ability to build trust, bring people together and turn ideas into meaningful outcomes that create lasting benefits for our community.

What's on offer?

- Competitive salary from $124K - $137K, depending on your capabilities and experience + 12% superannuation
- An enhanced salary package may be available for an outstanding candidate
- Two-year full-time opportunity (35 hours per week)
- Brand new office location at Yarrila Place!
- Flex time, flexible work arrangements and generous leave entitlements!
- Numerous benefits as outlined here!

About us

The City of Coffs Harbour strives to ensure the community and visitors can enjoy and grow the City's opportunities. We empower our people to innovate and work collaboratively with accountability and respect at the core of our approach. This is an excellent opportunity to be a part of a agile organisation and a thriving community in one of NSW's most beautiful regions. Check out the benefits of living on the Coffs Coast

The City of Coffs Harbour is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace based on the principles of employment equity and diversity. We actively encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds, regardless of race, religion, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran or disability status.

Applications are to be submitted by 9pm (AEST, NSW) on the advertised closing date.

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📌 Strategic Place Coordinator - Bypass Transition (Coffs Harbour City Council)
🏢 The City of Coffs Harbour
📍 Coffs Harbour City Council