PMO Lead

Job Task Analysis – PMO and Major Projects Leadership Champion innovation and continuous improvement across project planning and delivery Full‑time leadership opportunity Balance work and life with flexible hours and hybrid working arrangements Competitive salary on offer Location: Cheltenham About The Team The Project Management Office (PMO) and Capital Planning team is at the heart of Kingston’s capital investment program. We work alongside teams across the organisation to facilitate the planning and delivery of projects that align with our strategic priorities and deliver real value for the community. Collaboration, transparency, and sound decision‑making drive everything we do. A Bit About The Role As the PMO Lead, you’ll take the lead in managing Kingston’s capital planning and project management framework. Partnering with the Head of PMO and Capital Planning, you’ll help shape the city’s investment priorities, ensuring every project delivers impact and supports long‑term financial sustainability. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys combining strategic thinking with hands‑on leadership and building strong partnerships to get results. What You’ll Deliver Lead and mentor a team of Analysts, fostering collaboration and accountability. Support capital planning by assessing project proposals and developing multi‑year investment programmes. Active management and reporting on Council’s annual capital works programme to enable informed decision making. Provide clear financial and strategic insights to guide project and funding decisions. Work closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure projects run smoothly. Champion continuous improvement and innovation in how projects are managed and delivered. Your Skills and Experience Degree in Strategy, Business, Project Management, or a related discipline. Proven experience in capital planning, ideally within the public sector. Sound leadership capability and experience managing teams. Exceptional stakeholder management and collaboration skills. A practical understanding of project management frameworks and how to apply them effectively. Values We make a difference We show care and respect We take pride in our work We are better together Benefits Yearly annual leave loading of 17.5% of base salary. Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs. Access to accrued day off every four weeks (full‑time employees only). Salary packaging. Purchase leave options. Career development opportunities. Discounted gym memberships. Employee Assistance Programs (EAP). Social club events. Close to public transport. Free on‑site parking. How To Apply To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role. Submit your application online through our careers portal. We do not accept applications from recruitment agencies. For enquiries about the position, contact Andrew Prowd, Head of PMO and Capital Planning at To be considered for this role, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia. For reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, contact the hiring manager or email Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child‑safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr