Project Lead - Campsie Transition

Here at CBCity 

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Councils in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 29 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 370,000 residents. 

About the role

We’re looking for a dynamic Project Lead – Campsie Transition to guide one of Council’s most significant workforce transformations. This is more than a project management role—it’s a chance to shape the future of how we work. You’ll lead the end-to-end relocation of staff from the Campsie Administration Centre to a new, agile workplace. With a strong focus on people, culture, and change, you’ll ensure our teams are supported, engaged, and set up to thrive in new ways of working.
You’ll work closely with the Director of Community Services and partner with People & Performance specialists, the Community Services leadership team, and a wide range of diverse staff to deliver a seamless, human-centred transition. From strategy to execution, you’ll be the driving force behind a positive and inclusive change journey.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading the Campsie workplace transition project from planning through to delivery
• Designing and implementing a tailored change strategy for Community Services
• Partnering with senior leaders and ELT to build buy-in and lead change
• Coordinating subcommittees and working groups to keep the project on track
• Championing agile work practices and cultural alignment
• Collaborating with People & Performance to deliver integrated comms, engagement and learning
• Monitoring progress, adapting to feedback, and reporting to senior stakeholders

*For a full list of duties, click HERE to review the position description.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience leading complex, people-focused change or transition projects
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, including influencing at executive level
• A track record of delivering workplace or cultural transformation
• Confidence navigating ambiguity, risk, and sensitive environments
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills
• A passion for creating inclusive, adaptive, and purpose-led cultures

Bonus Points For

• Experience in local government or public sector
• Background in agile workplace transformation or organisational development

The salary range for this opportunity starts at $122,553 pro rata (Grade J, Step1) + 12% super. Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience. 

What’s on offer

• An attractive remuneration package.
• Embrace a better work-life balance with our Accrued Time Off program, designed to prioritise your well-being and help you manage the balance between your personal and professional life.
• Temporary full-time position with Local Government.
• Contribute to making a positive impact on our community. 
• An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.

For more information, please contact Penny Howard-Voutos (Manager People Transformation) at penny.howardvoutos@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply Now’ button and create a login using your email address and upload a:

• Resume; and
• Cover Letter addressing the essential qualifications and experience within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.

Applications close Monday 4 August 2025

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. 

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at recruitment@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.   

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.