Current Employment Opportunities

Strategic Projects Manager

Meander Valley Council are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our Infrastructure Services team.

At Meander Valley Council, we’re proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice. We offer:

  • Generous superannuation—15.5% total (including 3.5% super above the standard rate) or choose to take an equivalent package with additional salary instead.
  • Extra leave benefits including 12 days personal leave per year and 17.5% leave loading on annual leave.
  • Health & wellbeing perks including onsite employee gym, access to an Employee Assistance Program and regular health & wellbeing initiatives.
  • Free on-site parking
  • Ongoing learning and development opportunities
  • A supportive, connected team culture where your contributions are valued

About the Role

This role is responsible for the planning and delivery of Council’s strategic infrastructure and capital works projects. You will manage a diverse portfolio of projects from concept through to completion, working closely with internal stakeholders, consultants and contractors to achieve quality, cost and time outcomes.

The role is offered for a contract term of five years on a full time basis and is based at our Westbury office, a short 25-minute drive from Launceston.

The salary package will be negotiated subject to the successful candidate's experience and qualifications within the range of $120,000 - $145,000 inclusive of superannuation. In accordance with the Meander Valley Council Enterprise Agreement 2025, you choose if you'd like to take an additional 3.5% superannuation above the superannuation guarantee of 12% (total 15.5%) or you'd prefer to take the 12% superannuation guarantee and an equivalent value in extra salary instead.

About You

This position suits a civil engineering or infrastructure professional who enjoys managing complex projects, working collaboratively within a high-performing team and contributing to strong project governance and delivery practices.

The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker, excellent communicator, and capable of driving projects from conception to completion. You will have a relevant qualification with demonstrated experience relevant to the position.

The successful candidate will bring:

• Strong infrastructure project delivery experience

• A civil engineering or related technical background

• Proven contract management and procurement experience

• Confidence working with contractors, consultants and key stakeholders

• The ability to manage competing priorities and provide leadership when required

How to Apply:

Please view the Job Specification and Position Description and the Application Form by clicking the buttons below.

Job Specification and Position Description - Strategic Projects Manager Application Form - Strategic Projects Manager

To be considered for this position, applications must include:

  • an application form
  • a current resume
  • a cover letter
  • A statement addressing the selection criteria (maximum of three pages) from the Job Specification provided on Council's website.

Applications are to be submitted by email to:  recruitment@mvc.tas.gov.au     

Council are keen to fill this position as soon as possible and applicants are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience. Council will remove this advertisement when the position is filled.       

More information:

If you have any questions regarding the position prior to 5 March 2026, please contact Linda Butler, Team Leader Project Delivery on (03) 6393 5365 or linda.butler@mvc.tas.gov.au . Following 5 March 2026 please contact David Murray, Director Infrastructure Services on 03 6393 5340 or email david.murray@mvc.tas.gov.au
 

Work Health & Safety (WHS) Officer

If you’re a safety professional who enjoys building strong relationships and making a visible difference, this role offers the chance to do that and more. At Meander Valley Council, our people work across diverse environments including outdoor works, community facilities and corporate services. This creates a unique and rewarding opportunity for a safety professional who wants variety, challenge and the ability to influence positive change every day.

About the Role:

As a member of the People & Safety team, you will take a lead role in supporting Council’s work health and safety systems, providing practical advice and fostering a positive safety culture across the organisation.

You will:

  • Provide expert, practical WHS advice across all Council operations.
  • Conduct site inspections, audits and incident investigations.
  • Support workers and leaders to identify and manage safety risks.
  • Develop, review and maintain WHS policies, procedures and frameworks.
  • Deliver WHS inductions, toolbox talks and targeted safety training.
  • Coordinate and promote engaging safety initiatives, including WorkSafe Month.
  • Administer Council’s WHS management system (Ideagen EHS), including training and ongoing rollout.

This role offers an engaging mix of field-based and office-based work and the opportunity to be highly visible across Council operations.

About You:

You’re passionate about safety and enjoy working closely with people. You communicate well, think practically and are comfortable working with both frontline employees and senior leaders.

You’ll bring:

  • A qualification in WHS or a related discipline, with minimum 3 years relevant experience (or equivalent).
  • A strong understanding of WHS legislation and its application in the workplace.
  • Experience developing and maintaining WHS systems.
  • Confidence investigating incidents and implementing preventative actions.
  • Strong communication, time management and organisational skills.
  • Sound computer skills (Microsoft Office, Ideagen EHS or Lucidity experience is advantageous)

Experience across both indoor and outdoor work environments will be highly regarded but not essential. 

What We Offer:

This full-time position is based at Council’s Westbury Corporate Offices, around 25 minutes from Launceston, with occasional work at Council’s Works Depot.

The benefits of working with Meander Valley Council include:

  • Salary: $92,342 – $101,972 per annum (negotiable based on experience)
  • Superannuation: 12% plus the option of additional 3.5% super or 3.12% salary under the Council’s Enterprise Agreement 2025.
  • Personal leave: 12 days per year, plus an additional 5 days on commencement.
  • Paid parental leave and flexible leave options.
  • Professional development and learning opportunities.
  • Health & wellbeing initiatives, onsite gym access and Employee Assistance Program.

How to Apply: 

To apply, please submit:

Email: recruitment@mvc.tas.gov.au

Applications Close: Applicants are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience. Council will remove this advertisement if the position is filled.           
 

Want to Find Out More: 

Please contact:
Cassie Sheehan - Team Leader People & Safety
Phone: 6393 5338
Email: cassie.sheehan@mvc.tas.gov.au