Co-ordinator City Transport and Place Design - Caulfield, Australia - Glen Eira City Council

Glen Eira City Council

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City Futures

Fulltime
Closing on: Jul
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Lead and support our City Transport and Place Design team
Full time, permanent position

- $120K - $135K per annum + Superannuation

ADO option

About the role

Be responsible for leading and supporting the City Transport and Place Design team on key projects, developing strategic solutions, developing and implementing transport and urban design policies and plans and championing Council's focus on sustainable transport options and high quality public realm outcomes in our activity centres and transport corridors.

Day to day duties include but not limited to_:
Providing high-level input and advice on strategic transport planning and urban design opportunities, working closely with several of the Council's other departments.
Preparing reports for the Manager City Futures on strategic transport planning and urban design/public realm placemaking matters, policy and advocacy as required.
Identifying and leading the development of programs and projects that bring about positive change to the function and appeal of the City's activity centers and transport corridors
Collaborating with other teams, identifying and advocating for public transport and active travel improvements and funding based on adopted strategies of Council
Managing and committing annual operating budgets and minor capital works budgets and delivering our commitments within each financial year.
Leading a team of transport planners and urban designers to achieve great outcomes for the community

About you
You have experience in leading teams and facilitating a productive and accountable team environment.

You will possess sound knowledge of transport planning amongst local government along with vast understanding of state related transport/urban design challenges and opportunities.

You will be a passionate, innovative leader and highly motivated to deliver change. Your political acumen and relationship skills will hold you in good stead for this important role in Council.

The following is also required:

A degree in Traffic Engineering, Planning, Urban Design or relevant qualification.
Substantial experience in transport planning, traffic engineering, planning and/or urban design.
Successful experience in leading the development and implementation of complex policy, strategies, and design plans in a government setting.
Successful experience of leading change in a highly political setting.
A demonstrated history of achievement, strong project management capabilities and the desire to achieve positive change.
A current Victorian Driver's License.

Important Information

Working at Glen Eira City Council

The City of Glen Eira is a dynamic municipality located within the southeast metropolitan region of Melbourne, approximately 10 kilometres from the CBD.

Council provides a range of services to over 155,000 residents from more than 160 cultural backgrounds and over 16,000 businesses.

Glen Eira City Council is a collaborative, values-based organisation that strives for innovation.

Our 1,370 employees bring their diverse backgrounds and varied experiences and perspectives to an inclusive and flexible work environment, creating a unique and vibrant culture that is representative of the municipality it services.

Recognised as an Employer of Choice, we seek people who share our community focused values and have a desire to create positive local impact.

Employee Benefits
We have a great culture that is valued by all our staff. Teamwork, collaboration and innovation are a key focus at Glen Eira City Council.

We offer will offer you:

Hybrid work environment
Average of 3 days in the office (or pro rata)
Flexible work options
A supportive and collaborative team environment where your ideas are welcomed
Access to paid training and participation in Council's extensive Learning and Development programs
Reward and recognition programs
Comprehensive leave entitlements
Corporate gym memberships at Glen Eira Leisure

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How to apply

Please attach your resume along with a cover letter detailing your experience and how it relates to the role.

Glen Eira City Council prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer and a child safe organisation.

As a Council, we are committed to:
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Providing a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, as well as all our employees
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Reconciliation and supporting the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander aspirations.

Glen Eira City Council prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer and a child safe organisation.

As a Council, we are committed to:
-
Providing a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, as well as all our employees
:

- **Reconciliation and supporting the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Isl