Council’s Engineering Development & Delivery Branch is recruiting for the position of Facility Projects Team Leader – R2798

Position details

- Full Time
- Job Number: R2798
- Applications Close: 4pm, Thursday 22 October 2026

About the Opportunity Lead projects that shape our community and create a lasting impact across the region. As Facility Projects Team Leader, you’ll drive Council’s facility capital works program from concept to completion, while helping shape long-term building asset strategies and investment priorities. Bringing together internal teams, consultants, contractors and community stakeholders, you’ll turn strategic priorities into high-quality facilities that support our community now and into the future.

What you will bring The successful applicant will have the following:

- Degree or Diploma qualifications in Architecture, Engineering, Surveying or Project Management and relevant experience or a lesser qualification and extensive relevant work experience.
- Demonstrated experience in engaging effectively with a wide range of internal and external customers and stakeholders
- Demonstrated skills in planning, prioritising and organising work, including identifying and managing risks, to successfully deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Demonstrated experience in writing, preparing and evaluating project tender specifications and documents, supported by a working knowledge of data management and relevant software including Access, Excel, Word and industry project management systems.
- Demonstrated experience in leading and developing diverse technical teams to deliver on set outcomes
- A current Australian Driver’s Licence
- Hold a satisfactory Police Check or willing to obtain one prior to employment.

Salary and conditions The position is classified within Band 7 of Council’s Current Enterprise Agreement commencing at $108,138 per annum plus statutory superannuation.

Benefits





As an employee you will have access to benefits such as:

- Monthly accrued RDO
- Flexible Work Arrangements (Flextime, Purchase of Additional Leave)
- Relocation Assistance available to support your move to the region
- Access to Flare Employee Benefits for savings on everyday living
- Financial recognition upon successful annual performance review, including either progression through banding structure or end-of-band bonus payment.
- Study Support Program with Paid Study Leave and Financial Contribution to Qualification Fees
- Learning and Professional Development Opportunities
- Support for Families: 16 weeks Paid Parental Leave or 32 weeks at Half Pay
- Bi-Annual Employee Recognition Celebration for Milestones and Achievements
- Discounted Health Insurance and Gym Memberships
- Employee Assistance Program: Free Counselling for Employees and Immediate Family Members
- Active Social Clubs

For a full list of councils benefits please visit our website: https://www.mildura.vic.gov.au/Council/Careers/Employee-Benefits Mildura Rural City Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a culture that values diversity. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities.

We encourage people with a disability, lived experience of disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.

All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will need to provide a Police Check prior to commencing employment.





Mildura Rural City Council is a Child Safe organisation and as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check. Applicants may also be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check as per the requirements of the role.

About our organisation

Mildura Rural City Council is a dynamic local government organisation that provides 100+ different services, facilities, programs and infrastructure to a resident base of 56,000+. Our workforce of 600+ employees support our community and help make our region a great place to live, work, play and visit. As an employer of choice and a Gold Award winner in the Business Excellence Awards, we are committed to innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement.

Learn more about our organisation at mildura.vic.gov.au

About our region

Mildura Rural City covers almost 10 per cent of the state of Victoria and shares borders with both New South Wales and South Australia. The region is home to Mildura - a vibrant city of 35,000+ people - and a range of smaller townships and rural communities spread across 22,000 square kilometres.

Only a short flight from two capital cities, Mildura boasts quality services, exciting attractions, diverse industries and a solid community spirit. There are fantastic professional, cultural, social, sporting and educational opportunities on offer. Learn more about our region at visitmildura.com.au

Applying for this position

All applications must include

- A completed Job Application Form
- A resume
- A covering letter

Applicants that do not address the key selection criteria in their application may not be considered Want to know more?

Visit mildura.vic.gov.au/Jobs for a copy of the Position Description and Application Form.

Call Human Resources on (03) 5018 8197.

Find out more about relocating: Live - Mildura.com

📌 Facility Projects Team Leader (Mildura)
🏢 Mildura Rural City Council
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