Project Manager - Renewable Energy Land and Infrastructure Plan

Sale, Australia

Project Manager - Renewable Energy Land and Infrastructure Plan

Position No. 1035

Temporary Full -Time until 30 April 2027 (with potential for extension)

Band 8 - $117,024 - $131,128, plus 12% statutory superannuation (with potential for over award payment and use of a Council vehicle)

This position offers hybrid work-from-home arrangements with flexible workplace locations in Sale, Yarram and Leongatha and offers the opportunity to deliver legacy regional planning outcomes.

Are you motivated to deliver lasting regional planning and infrastructure outcomes and help shape Gippsland’s renewable energy future, led by significant scale offshore wind development? We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the preparation of the Renewable Energy Land and Infrastructure Plan that will support major investment and long‑term community benefit.

In this role, you will:

Lead the preparation of the Renewable Energy Land and Infrastructure Plan in partnership with consultants, Councils and key stakeholders across Gippsland.
Project manage multidisciplinary consultants to deliver high‑quality outputs on time, within budget and in line with statutory and Council requirements.
Coordinate strategic planning for land, housing, and social and physical infrastructure to support major renewable energy investment, including offshore wind.
Manage complex stakeholder engagement, working closely with government agencies, industry proponents, Traditional Owners, Councillors and local communities.
Provide high‑level strategic advice, reporting and briefings to Council, executive leadership and project governance groups.
Identify, manage and resolve project risks and issues, ensuring long‑term community outcomes and legacy regional planning benefits are achieved.

About you:

You are an experienced Project Manager with strong capability in strategic planning, infrastructure planning and governance within a local government or public sector environment.
You have a sound understanding of the Victorian planning system, including Planning Scheme Amendments.
You bring demonstrated experience managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders in a multidisciplinary setting.
You are a confident communicator, able to prepare clear reports and present complex information to a wide range of audiences.
You have strong financial and contract management skills, including oversight of consultant performance and budgets.
You are motivated by delivering meaningful regional outcomes and are excited by the opportunity to shape Gippsland’s renewable energy transition.

Why join us?

At Wellington Shire Council, we are committed to planning for new energy transition that brings long lasting social and economic benefits to the region.

Why Wellington?

Here at Wellington Shire Council, we have a strong commitment to create a workplace culture that is collaborative, provides work-life flexibility and encourages opportunities for growth and development. We take pride in providing a supportive workplace with great career opportunities for our employees.

Every person at Wellington Shire Council brings their own unique experiences, perspectives and talents to help contribute to our vision of “Happy people, healthy environment and thriving communities”. As one of the largest employers in the region we have a diverse workforce of more than 500 staff who are based throughout the municipality, and we all work together as a team to make a positive impact in our community.

We use award-winning technologies to seek and implement innovative improvements across the organisation. We work hard to position ourselves as a leader in local government, continuously improving our diverse range of services for the betterment of our community.

We offer a rewarding culture of innovation, flexibility and continued learning in a collaborative, supportive environment.

Wellington Shire Council is committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards and associated legislative requirements.

Wellington Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to encourage applications from people of different backgrounds, abilities, ages, genders and/or sexual orientations and gender identities. Wellington Shire Council takes climate change and sustainability seriously and is looking to respond proactively and positively to the challenges ahead.

About Wellington

Wellington Shire Council is located in the Gippsland region of the state of Victoria, Australia and is approximately two hours east of Melbourne by road or rail. Many of us dream of a simpler lifestyle, with wide open spaces and no traffic jams. In The Middle of Everywhere, we live that enviable lifestyle every day.

In Wellington Shire you will find a wide range of beautiful environments to explore, with our pristine beaches, picturesque mountain ranges, temperate rainforests, wetlands and plenty of diverse, contrasting spaces to take your breath away.

Whether it’s a stroll along the iconic Ninety Mile Beach, a canoe down the Macalister River or a bush walk through the Alpine National Park, there’s plenty to keep you busy in The Middle of Everywhere! Home to a range of tight-knit communities, you’ll quickly find yourself right at home with the wonderful people that make these towns so special.

From our lively restaurant and café culture to the very best in local produce, you’ll never be short of Sunday brunch ideas and places to try! Eat. Drink. Gippsland Guide | Visit Gippsland

Visit https://themiddleofeverywhere.com.au/to find out why the Wellington Shire is a great place to live and work.

How to Apply:

Click on Apply Now and attach your current resume. Answering the Key Selection Criteria, tell us why you would be qualified for this position. You will need to apply by 11.59pm Sunday 19 April 2026.