Project Methodology and Capability Specialist

Employment type: Full time, Permanent

Hours per week: 38

Remuneration: Band 7 salary from $115,575.61 per annum plus superannuation and a fortnightly RDO

Location: Werribee based with potential for a hybrid work arrangement

About the role

Join Wyndham Council in the newly redesigned role within our City Operations Directorate. The Project Methodology and Capability Specialist reports the Risk, Methodology and Systems Lead and works alongside a small but highly driven team.

In this role, you will lead the ongoing development, management and implementation of the Project Management Framework (PMF) and provide specialist project management advice and support to the broader project community. This is a unique opportunity to lead and coordinate a significant piece of change by joining the organisation at a time when we are refining and re-developing the PMF- make this role your own!
 

You will utilise your highly developed stakeholder management and communication skills to coordinate the ongoing capability development of the Project Management Community to ensure staff across the organisation are adequately skilled in key areas relating to project management.

What your day will look like

·         Monitoring PMF usage trends, identifying gaps, and prioritising improvements based on user feedback, audit insights, and delivery outcomes

·         Delivering training, coaching and guidance to uplift project management knowledge and capability across the organisation

·         Designing, developing and implementing PMO induction training for newly onboarded project professionals

·         Maintaining and updating project management e-learning modules and supporting materials

·         Establishing metrics and reporting to measure capability uplift and framework effectiveness

·         Building strong partnerships with internal stakeholders to embed best practice project management disciplines and foster continuous improvement

What you will bring

·         Degree or diploma in a relevant project management field, with significant subsequent experience OR higher qualifications in project management (highly desirable)

·         Demonstrated expertise in project management methodologies, frameworks, and capability uplift within complex organisations

·         Proven experience in developing, implementing, and continuously improving project management frameworks and associated tools

·         Strong facilitation skills with a track record of delivering engaging training, workshops, and capability development programs

·         Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to influence and collaborate across multiple levels

·         Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and SharePoint

·         Ability to analyse complex issues, provide practical solutions, and drive continuous improvement in project delivery processes

If you progress past the interview stage, you may be required to complete pre-employment screening, which may include police checks, a medical, qualification verification, and an Australian work rights check.

Why join Wyndham

We are one of Australia’s fastest growing and most diverse cities.

By 2040, we will have more than 500,000 residents and our people are hard at work designing the precincts, building the infrastructure, developing the policies and delivering the programs that will ensure the City is prepared.

Look at our job opportunities and you may be surprised at what you discover: a future-focused culture, a sense of purpose and possibility, and real opportunities to strengthen our diverse community. It all adds up to make Wyndham City a great place to belong.

Our people are our most valued asset. We are focused on building a culture that empowers every person to do their best work. Flexibility is built right into our DNA and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that celebrates a diverse workforce.

How to apply

Please apply online by submitting your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role via the provided link.

Applications close at 11:59PM on Sunday, 28 September 2025.

If you have further role-specific questions, please contact Paul Davy, Risk, Methodology and Systems Lead on 8734 6063.

Wyndham City Council is committed to providing a recruitment experience that is fair, inclusive, and accessible. If you have specific accessibility needs or general recruitment enquiries, please contact our Careers team via careers@wyndham.vic.gov.au or 03 9394 6860.

Child Safe Organisation

Wyndham City Council has zero tolerance to any form of child abuse and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children. We create and maintain a child safe organisation which is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees, volunteers and contractors. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a culture of safety within the Council, which includes the inclusion and empowerment of Aboriginal children, their families, and communities. Our recruitment practices reflect this.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Wyndham City Council we value workforce diversity and inclusion and embrace individual uniqueness. We value diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, while providing high-quality services to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexuality.

Wyndham has one of the largest Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in the Western Region, with a rich and diverse history. We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background. To read more about Wyndham City’s Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan, please visit our website.