Lead Project Officer

20h ago , from Moreton Bay Regional Council Maximum Term Full Time | 12 month| 9 day fortnight 72.5hour fortnight Hybrid, flexible working environment, including some work from home days. Join City of Moreton Bay as a Lead Project Officer, and help shape and enhance our communities for today and tomorrow. As a Lead Project Officer, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering strategic projects across the Cultural Services Department, which includes Libraries, Galleries, Museums, Cultural Activation + more, with a workforce of 270+ staff. Operating in a dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities, you’ll apply proven project management methodologies to drive customer‑focused, high‑quality outcomes for our diverse communities. Lead and support the planning, execution, and reporting of customer and digital experience projects Apply structured project management methodologies manage scope, risk, budget and timelines Facilitate stakeholder engagement, alignment, and buy-in from diverse groups Develop and implement communication plans Design training and capability‑building initiatives to support adoption of new systems, processes, and customer‑centric practices Champion the use of a Voice of the Customer (VoC) framework Provide expert advice and support in change management, capability uplift, and digital transformation Monitor and evaluate project performance Foster a collaborative team culture that values innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement. About you You’re a proactive and adaptable project leader with strong project management expertise and excellent communication skills. You thrive in dynamic environments, managing complex stakeholder relationships and driving customer‑focused outcomes. With proven experience in digital services, organisational change, and capability uplift, you bring strong facilitation, analytical, and problem‑solving skills, alongside the ability to deliver sustainable change and high‑quality results. Why City of Moreton Bay? What you do with your life matters. It’s the same with your career. We’re the third‑largest council in Australia and one of the fastest‑growing areas. As Australia’s newest city, we’re building something that’s never been done before: a new kind of city, inspired and empowered by a new kind of council. This is your opportunity to develop skills and experience in a truly unique place, at a truly unique point in time. At City of Moreton Bay, we’re focused on the vital work we do today. But we’re also focused on the future. On what can be – for our city, our Council and your career. Here’s what you’ll love about a career with us: See it. To build a city of the future, first, you have to see it. The polycentric city we’re building will bring greater prosperity, sustainability and affordability to our city. This is your chance to contribute to something that’s never been done before. Shape it. You’ll get hands‑on in a rewarding career, serving and strengthening our communities for today and tomorrow. Our work is diverse, interesting and it matters – and it’s yours to shape and own. Live it. Contribute to the city you and your family want to live in and enjoy the lifestyle you deserve. And if you don’t live here, you’ll still find pride and connection in so many ways with our successful, resilient team. You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits: Find a better work‑life balance with a nine‑day fortnight. Negotiated salary increases locked in through our EBA - 4% in July 2026 and a further 4% in July 2027 (or CPI capped at 4.5%, whichever is greater). Advance your skills and career through our Study, Training And Research Scheme (STARS). Make your pay go further with salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices. Prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted health insurance, free annual flu vaccinations and our Fitness Passport Program. Get support when you and your family need it most with our 24/7 confidential counselling service, and Mates in Construction program. Ready for a career that matters? Join City of Moreton Bay, and help shape our city of the future. Click on the 'Apply Now' button below to complete your online application. Please upload a current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements for this role. You will also have the option to add a cover letter should you wish. As part of the recruitment process, applicants will be required to undergo a National Criminal History Check. To obtain further details please contact our Careers team at *******@moretonbay.qld.gov.au. Please note our Talent Acquisition team will be taking a break from 24 December, returning Monday 5 January 2026. Our careers email inbox will not be monitored during this time, but we will get back to you once we return in the new year. For more information about City of Moreton Bay and to stay across what's happening in our city, follow us on LinkedIn. Your Future City. See it. Shape it. Live It. City of Moreton Bay extends across the traditional lands of the Jinibara, Kabi Kabi, and Turrbal peoples, and we acknowledge and pay respects to Traditional Custodians. We believe diversity of thought, background and experience creates better outcomes for our people and communities, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr