Frankston City Council is located on the eastern shores of Port Phillip Bay where the beach meets with the natural landscapes of the Mornington Peninsula. We are a diverse community that provides a vibrant lifestyle along with a growing economic and arts sector.
Our leadership team is committed to building an engaged and collaborative culture where innovation and being future focused are the norm. If you want to help shape the future of Frankston, now is the time to join our team!
About the position
Council’s Project Management Office in the Sustainable Assets Department is looking for a Project Officer who will be responsible for position objective.
The main responsibilities will include:
- To lead the delivery of Project Management Office (PMO) improvement projects to ensure Council’s project management practices demonstrate “Project Management Excellence”.
- To provide specialist advice, expertise and promote the integration of project and program management into Council decision-making.
- To support the development, monitoring and stewardship of the Annual Capital Works Program (CWP), Long Term Infrastructure Plan (LTIP) and Project Management Framework (PMF).
This is a temporary parental leave coverage full time position for a period of 12 months.
About you
As the ideal candidate, you will be a self-starter with an excellent record of achievement, have highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, be a team player who is committed to providing guidance and support, achieving goals, meeting deadlines and drive continuous improvement.
You will have relevant skills and experience in the area of project management, administration or financial management (or other appropriate discipline), with a current Victorian Driver License.
Benefits of working at Frankston City Council
Be part of a workplace that is looking to transform the way that we work and build on our values “Kinder, Fairer, Smarter”. As an employee, you will have access to benefits such as:
- Hybrid Working Model
- Flexible working hours
- Rostered Day Off (Full time roles only)
- Access to professional and career development opportunities
- Paid Christmas Shut Down Leave
- Free onsite parking (Civic Centre)
- Employee assistance program.
This position is a Band 6A currently remunerated at $100,338.66 per annum, plus superannuation. Overtime will also be paid as required.
If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or have any questions, please contact Chris Lo Piccolo on (03) 9784 1945 or chris.lopiccolo@frankston.vic.gov.au
The position description for this role can be found on the Frankston City Council Careers page.
The closing date for applications to this role is 9 February 2026 at 11:55pm.
Culture at Frankston City Council
Frankston City Council respectfully acknowledges the traditional owners, the Bunurong people, as the custodians of the land on which we live and work and their Elders past and present.
Council is committed to building a culture that values diversity and promotes a workplace that welcomes and includes the unique contributions of all people. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities. As well as applicants who identify as being Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, are culturally diverse, LGBTQIA+ or who have a disability to apply.
We encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments or additional support you may require during the recruitment process, as well as how this role can be flexible for you.
Child Safety
Frankston City Council is a Child Safe Organisation and has a zero tolerance for child abuse. Council is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe environment where all children are valued and protected from harm and abuse and will promote a whole of community approach to keeping children safe.
At Frankston City Council, protecting children and preventing child abuse is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all councillors, employees, contractors and volunteers. Please refer to the Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy located on the Frankston City Council website on the Child Safety Page as this will be referred to in an interview.
Pre-Employment Information
You will need to provide evidence of your right to work in Australia, certified copies of your qualifications, a current Driver Licence and Working with Children Check. You must also be willing to provide a Pre-Employment Health Declaration and undertake a National Police Record Check.
