Lake Macquarie City Council - Newcastle NSW
Temporary, full-time (up to 2 year contract)
Do you enjoy helping people navigate change and adopt new ways of working?
Want to play a key role in the successful delivery of technology and business improvement projects?
Looking for an opportunity to influence how change is embedded across a large and diverse organisation?
This could be the position for you!
LET'S EXPLORE THE JOB
This is an exciting opportunity to help deliver meaningful change across Lake Macquarie City Council.
As a Change Specialist, you'll work closely with project managers, business analysts, subject matter experts and technical teams to support the successful implementation of technology. You'll develop and coordinate change management activities that help our people understand, adopt and embrace new systems, processes and ways of working.
You'll play a key role in identifying change impacts, engaging stakeholders, preparing communication and training activities, and supporting leaders and teams through transition. Through your ability to build relationships, challenge existing thinking and deliver customer-focused outcomes, you'll help drive organisational improvements that enhance both service delivery and operational efficiency.
This exciting role will:
Coordinate change management activities across technology and business improvement projects
Develop and deliver communication, training and stakeholder engagement plans
Assess the impacts of change on people, processes, systems and culture
Work closely with project managers and key stakeholders to support successful project outcomes
Coach and support leaders and employees through periods of change
Identify risks, barriers and opportunities associated with change initiatives




Support organisational readiness and adoption activities across multiple projects
Build strong working relationships that promote collaboration and successful change outcomes
Read the position statement here and learn more about this exciting opportunity.
LET'S HEAR ABOUT YOU
You're an adaptable, proactive and curious qualified who enjoys working with people, asking thoughtful questions and helping organisations successfully navigate change.
To succeed in this role, you'll bring:
Degree-level qualifications in Information Technology, Change Management, Project Management or a related discipline, and/or relevant experience driving change within a complex organisation
Experience supporting change initiatives associated with software implementations or technology projects
Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently and deliver customer-focused outcomes
Experience managing competing priorities and multiple project deliverables
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
The ability to challenge existing practices and identify opportunities for improvement
Knowledge and experience applying recognised change management methodologies and frameworks
Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and achieve outcomes in a project environment
LET'S REVEAL THE PERKS
This position provides:




Competitive salary from $105,134 to $122,182 per year + 12% superannuation
Enterprise Agreement pay increases apply
Commencing salary set in line with skills and experience with annual reviews available to support movement through the salary range
hybrid model blending in office and working from home
Corporate fitness program from as little as $8 per week
CHOOSE THE LAKE MAC WAY
We know it is our people that will shape the future of our city. That's why we're passionate about providing a workplace that empowers our staff to be creative, innovative and bold. When you join the team at Lake Macquarie City Council, you're joining a group of people with a commitment to make our city even better. We're proud of our city and the work we do, and we know you will be too.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We believe that a diverse network of employees, which truly reflects the people it serves and represents, is best equipped to understand and meet the needs of our community. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, refugees and people with disability. We understand the skills and attributes veterans can bring to our Council.
LET'S START
Your experience throughout the application process matters to us. If you'd like feedback on your application or interview, don't hesitate to get in touch — we're here for you!
Please note that as part of Lake Macquarie City Council's recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.
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📌 Change Specialist (Newcastle)
🏢 Lake Macquarie City Council
📍 Newcastle