Project Delivery Officer

About the role 

Deliver projects that make a lasting impact.

Are you ready to bring your energy and expertise to a dynamic team delivering critical infrastructure for the Knox community? We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Delivery Officer to join our Civil Construction team and contribute to the planning and delivery of asset renewal programs for essential infrastructure such as roads, pathways, and drainage.

Reporting to the Coordinator Civil Construction, you'll work alongside project engineers, field crews, and contractors to successfully deliver a range of capital works projects. You’ll be empowered to lead with a solution-focused mindset and ensure each project meets quality, budget, and timeline expectations — all while serving the needs of our growing community.

This is a full-time, permanent role based at our Operations Centre in Knoxfield. We offer a range of flexible work options to support your work-life balance.

This is a Band 6 classified role. Remuneration will be $95,488 to $104,288 (depending on experience) plus superannuation in accordance with the Superannuation Guarantee. 

What you will bring to this role  

The key selection criteria for this role are: 

• Experience in traffic management and Occupational Health and Safety regulations particularly as they relate to the delivery of civil infrastructure projects.
• Experience in contract management.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the road management environment including relevant legislation and how it relates to asset management and the delivery of infrastructure projects.
• Planning skills to assist in the development of annual civil infrastructure and road related asset renewal infrastructure programs.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills involving effective communication both verbally and in writing with all levels of management, staff, contractors, organisations and individuals affected by Council's projects.
• Demonstrated ability to analyse problems and make informed decisions on a day-to-day basis.
• Experience supervising contractors for civil works, ensuring projects are delivered within budget, quality and time constraints.
• Strong written communication skills in the preparation of reports, correspondence and contract documents as well as process documentation.

How to apply  

Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter online via the ‘Apply’ button by 11:45pm Tuesday 3 June 2025.

All applications must be made via the online portal. No applications direct to the hiring manager will be considered. 

For further information on this role please contact Nathan Hadfield, job title, at nathan.hadfield@knox.vic.gov.au or on 03 9298 8411. 

A link to the position description can be found in the job listing on our Knox City Council Jobs and Careers page.   

Please note: Candidates will be shortlisted as applications are received and this role may close earlier than the anticipated closing date. 

Why work at Knox 

Discover your future at Knox City Council, where you will deliver meaningful impact, find great opportunities and work with committed people to shape our community. As an employee of Knox, you can enjoy: 

• Accrued or rostered days off available for full-time roles, depending on operational requirements 

• Broad range of leave options including up to 16 weeks primary and up to 4 weeks secondary parental leave

• Salary sacrifice option for Council-owned childcare fees 

• Opportunities to take on temporary roles or work in different teams to build skills and support career growth

• Support towards further study 

• 50% off Knox Leisureworks memberships 

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for support in managing personal and work-related challenges.

To find out more about the benefits of working at Knox City Council, visit knox.vic.gov.au/why-work-knox

Inherent requirements

To view the inherent requirements for this position please see attachment below.  

• Office Based role(s) - Inherent Requirements Table .DOCX