• Help shape the future of sustainable travel!
• Full time fixed term role till the end of April 2027
• Band 6, $94K - $103K per annum (dependent on experience) + superannuation

About the role
The purpose of the Active Travel Project Officer is to aid the delivery of sustainable transport projects and programs in Glen Eira. With a focus on delivering the Community Plan’s objective for a ‘Liveable and Well-Planned City’, the position aims to improve Glen Eira’s community travel choices through active transport projects and programs.

Other responsibilities include:

• Work both as part of a team and independently on active travel programs and projects in alignment with Glen Eira’s Integrated Transport Strategy (refresh) 2024.
• Develop and implement community travel behaviour change programs. This may include school active travel programs, bike skills workshops, travel choice workshops, co-existence campaigns for paths and roads.
• Support active travel infrastructure delivery through evidence-based investigations, project planning, management and coordination with delivery teams to expand our cycling network across the municipality and walkability to key activity centres, open spaces and community facilities.

About you
We are seeking a motivated and passionate individual to join our team as an Active Travel Project Officer. You will have a strong interest in promoting sustainable transport solutions and improving the local environment for walking, cycling, and other forms of active travel.
If you are committed to creating safer, greener, and more accessible transport networks, and you are excited by the opportunity to shape the future of active travel, we would love to hear from you.

The following is also required:

• Tertiary qualification in a relevant field. Relevant fields include but is not limited to: transport planning, urban design, public health, engineering, community development, urban planning, education, marketing and communications, behavioural economics.
• Relevant experience in behavioural change programs, marketing and communications, community development and/or community education, policy and strategy development.
• Relevant experience in project management and the delivery of concepts/plans for medium to small scale initiatives.

Not meeting all the requirements for this role? We value diverse experiences for positive community outcomes. If you're excited about the position but don't perfectly align with the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

Pre-employment checks
Progressed candidates must undergo pre-employment screening as a standard procedure which will include Employee Working with Children Check, New National Police Record Check and Evidence of right to work in Australia.
Pre-employment checks are not used by Glen Eira City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Position Description
Active Travel Project Officer - Position Description.pdf

Apply NOW!
All applications must be submitted online by clicking the ‘Apply’ button. As part of your application, you will need to:

• Attach your resume
• Attach a cover letter (no more than one page)

Closing date: 23 April 2025 at 11.55pm

For further information or a confidential discussion please contact Ed Zhao, Principal Transport Planner on 9524 3390 or email EZhao@gleneira.vic.gov.au

What’s on offer
We have a great culture that is valued by all our staff. Teamwork, collaboration and innovation are a key focus at Glen Eira City Council. We will offer you:

• Flexible work options 
• A supportive and collaborative team environment where your ideas are welcomed 
• Access to paid training and participation in Council’s Learning and Development programs 
• Reward and recognition programs and Comprehensive leave entitlements 
• Corporate gym memberships at Glen Eira Leisure 

Working at Glen Eira City Council
The City of Glen Eira is a dynamic municipality located within the southeast metropolitan region of Melbourne, approximately 10 kilometres from the CBD. Council provides a range of services to over 155,000 residents from more than 160 cultural backgrounds and over 16,000 businesses.
Glen Eira City Council is a collaborative, values-based organisation that strives for innovation. Our 1,370 employees bring their diverse backgrounds and varied experiences and perspectives to an inclusive and flexible work environment, creating a unique and vibrant culture that is representative of the municipality it services.
Recognised as an Employer of Choice, we seek people who share our community focused values and have a desire to create positive local impact.