Project Manager – Icon Projects

Band 7– $112,119 - $125,458
per annum (plus super)

Temporary
Full time (2 years)

About Us

Located
35km to the southeast of Melbourne, Greater Dandenong City Council covers 129
square kilometres and has a population of over 169,000 people. The central
activities district is Melbourne's second largest retail and commercial centre
and includes large shopping complexes at Dandenong and Keysborough as well as
the highly popular Dandenong Market.

Greater
Dandenong City Council is the most culturally diverse locality in Australia,
with residents from over 150 different birthplaces, nearly two-thirds of whom
were born overseas. Key industries include manufacturing, health care and
social assistance, retail trade, wholesale trade and transport.

We
are a progressive organisation of exceptional character that offers a dynamic
and rewarding work environment to approximately 900 employees. We recognise
that our staff are vital to the delivery of excellent service to our community
and the achievement of our long-term vision. We invest in the development of
our people, and we strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged,
accountable, creative and honest.

About
the role

We are seeking a self motivated and proactive
project manager to help deliver Greater Dandenong City Council's Major project
known as the Dandenong Wellbeing Centre. As the supporting Project Manager you
will play a pivotal role in contract administration, and ensuring the project
meets the highest safety, quality, and sustainability standards. You will work
closely with internal and external stakeholders to deliver outcomes that align
with Council's strategic priorities and community aspirations.

A site-based position with negotiable remote work arrangements.

By joining our team, you will be part of a
dynamic and inclusive workplace culture that values professionalism,
innovation, and continuous improvement. Together, we deliver projects that make
a lasting difference for our residents and visitors.

About
you

To
be successful in this role, you will have demonstrated knowledge and
understanding of the following:

• mature project management skills
• proven experience working on large complex infrastructure projects
• advanced administration skills and contract management capabilities
• ability to implement Quality Assurance initiatives
• strong written and verbal communication skills

Please
ensure you address the key selection criteria outlined in the position
description as part of your application.

You may be required to
undertake practical
testing, work preference profiling, functional capacity assessment (physical)
or aptitude testing.

The successful
candidate will be asked to produce a clear Working with Children Check and will
be asked to consent to a national police
check (and where relevant an 'international criminal history check'), subject
to the operation of spent conviction laws. Please note that people with
criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position.
Each application will be considered on its merits.

Benefits of working with us

Council
believes in providing an environment where staff thrive, both in the work they
do and in how they learn and develop as people and professionals.

Our
workplace has an inclusive and diverse culture which encourages innovation and
supports your work and life balance. There are plenty of opportunities to
learn, develop and grow your career within our expanding and diverse
organisation.

Our
benefits include

·
Competitive salary

·
Salary sacrifice childcare (where
available)

·
Flexible working options supported
including hybrid work

·
Access to learning & development
programs including study assistance

·
Reward & recognition programs

·
Health initiatives

·
Access to our support and wellbeing
programs

·
A vibrant social club

For more information about our benefits, please visit
our careers page: Working with Us

Council will consider
flexible working arrangements for all positions. We embrace our diverse
community and encourage applications from everyone including people of
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander background, people of diverse sexual
orientation and gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse
backgrounds, and people of varied age, ability, and faith. Council will give
due consideration to any workplace adjustments to accommodate the needs of any
prospective or existing staff member.

Council is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming
environment and promoting cultural safety and wellbeing for children with zero tolerance for child abuse
and harm.

To apply

To apply for this position please complete the online
application form including:

·
A brief cover letter

·
Your resume

·
Response to key selection criteria

You will be required to answer selection questions as
part of the application process. The selection process also includes the
requirement for reference checks

Position Description:Project Manager – Icon Projects – 447.9 KB

Applications close: 5pm, Tuesday, 9 September 2025

Further information: Pas
Mastrocola,