Capital Projects Officer (Band 6)

Facility Maintenance Project Officer (Band 6)
Start: 22 February 2026
End: 24 May 2026
Hours: 38 per week, Monday to Friday (8:30am–5:00pm)

Position Objective

• Manage and deliver minor capital works projects across Council’s built infrastructure
• Oversee building renewals, refurbishments, upgrades and cyclic maintenance programs
• Provide facility management expertise to support policy and procedure development and implementation
• Monitor project delivery, contractor performance and budget expenditure

• Manage projects in line with Council’s Project Management Framework
• Prepare scopes, specifications and contract documentation
• Procure and oversee trade and service contractors
• Supervise on-site works and ensure compliance with OHS and regulatory requirements
• Monitor budgets and report on progress against targets
• Contribute to the development and improvement of project systems, policies and procedures
• Engage with internal stakeholders to minimise disruption to operational facilities

• Strong understanding of building construction, maintenance and asset management principles
• Knowledge of Victorian Building Regulations, NCC and relevant standards
• Experience managing contractors and outsourced services
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work both independently and within a team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Tertiary qualification in Project Management, Building Construction, Engineering or related field
  or substantial relevant industry experience
• Demonstrated experience delivering minor capital works and maintenance projects
• Experience in budget management and procurement
• Experience developing or implementing policy and procedures
• Current Victorian Driver Licence