Portfolio and Project Management Business Partner

• Permanent Full-Time
• Band 7 ($111,073 -$123,429) + 12% super + monthly ADO
• West Footscray, Melbourne

At Maribyrnong City Council, we are committed to creating a connected, inclusive and thriving community where people feel proud to live, work and visit. Located in Melbourne's vibrant inner west, Maribyrnong is one of Victoria's fastest growing municipalities, celebrated for its diversity, creativity and strong sense of community. We are passionate about delivering innovative services and opportunities that support our residents, businesses and visitors now and into the future.

The Opportunity

Maribyrnong City Council has an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated Portfolio & Project Management Business Partner to join our Asset Management and Capital Works team.

Reporting to the Coordinator Portfolio & Project Management, this role is responsible for supporting the governance, administration, monitoring and reporting of Council's capital works and strategic project portfolio. You will play a key role in providing trusted advice, project governance support, portfolio reporting and continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen project delivery outcomes across the organisation.

This is an excellent opportunity for a project management professional who enjoys working across a diverse portfolio, partnering with stakeholders and driving best-practice project governance and performance.

As a Portfolio & Project Management Business Partner, you will:

• Provide portfolio reporting, analysis and insights to support strategic decision-making and portfolio oversight.
• Monitor portfolio performance and identify emerging risks, issues, trends and opportunities to improve project outcomes.
• Support forecasting, financial reporting and benefits realisation activities.
• Maintain and continuously improve Council's Project Management Framework, methodologies, tools and guidance materials.
• Undertake project assurance activities including health checks, quality reviews and audits.
• Administer and maintain portfolio management systems, ensuring data quality, integrity and reporting accuracy.
• Develop and enhance dashboards, performance metrics and reporting capabilities.
• Partner with project managers and stakeholders to provide governance, reporting and project management advice.
• Deliver training, workshops and capability development initiatives to improve project management maturity across Council.

About You

• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience working within a Project Management Office (PMO) or Portfolio Management Office environment.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, governance frameworks and reporting practices.
• Experience supporting complex infrastructure, capital works or strategic project portfolios.
• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and provide meaningful insights.
• Experience coaching and guiding stakeholders while building capability and promoting best-practice project management.
• Strong negotiation, facilitation and influencing skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare high-quality reports and engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Why Choose Maribyrnong?

• Engage in a meaningful role within a Values driven organisation;
• Work across many functions in a friendly, supportive and professional multidisciplinary team;
• Be part of a flexible and inclusive work environment;

So, if you are looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference and you enjoy working in a diverse community focused environment, Apply Now!

How to Apply

To apply for this job go to: https://maribyrnong.recruitmenthub.com.au/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6934187.

To express your interest in this role, please forward your resume and a cover letter, outlining your relevant experience and addressing the Key Selection Criteria defined in the position description, in support of your application.

Enquiries: Should you have any questions regarding this opportunity, please contact John Galati, Coordinator Portfolio & Project Management on (03) 9032 4128 for a confidential discussion.

Closing Date: Tuesday 13 October 2026 - 10pm.

Maribyrnong City Council (Council) is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and to operating in a manner that complies with its obligations under the Child Wellbeing and Safety Act 2005 and the Victorian Child Safe Standards. Council promotes an organisational culture that embeds within it child safe practices and expects its staff to perform their roles and engage with the community in a manner that is consistent with its child safe practices. To guide expected standards of child safe behaviours of all staff, Council has a Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy.

As part of the appointment process, Council may undertake appropriate child safety pre-screening checks of candidates in accordance with Council Child Safety policies and procedures where appropriate. This may include asking child safety-related questions during interview, conducting relevant checks of the candidate's prior contact with children in employment and/or requiring proof of a valid Working With Children Check prior to commencement.

Council welcomes applications from all interested candidates including from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. Council's recruitment process will be reasonably adapted to ensure all candidates have equitable access to Council's recruitment process and job opportunities.