Shape the future of our workforce and workplace
At Banyule City Council, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do.
We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported and empowered to do their best work. We are seeking an experienced and passionate Organisational Development & Workforce Capability Lead to drive initiatives that strengthen leadership, learning, workforce capability and employee experience across our organisation.
This is an exciting opportunity to influence organisation-wide outcomes, partner with leaders across Council and lead a specialist team dedicated in creating a capable, inclusive and future-ready workforce.
Why this role is different
As the Organisational Development & Workforce Capability Lead, you'll play a key role in shaping how we develop our people, strengthen organisational capability and support high performance across Council.
You'll join a progressive Organisational Development Team that partners closely with Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and Talent Management colleagues to deliver integrated, people-centred solutions across the employee lifecycle.
Working with leaders across Council, you'll design and deliver practical, evidence-based initiatives that strengthen leadership capability, workforce capability, employee experience and organisational effectiveness. You'll lead a specialist team of Learning Advisors and contribute to strategic People & Culture priorities that create lasting organisational impact.
What you'll be doing
- Lead organisation-wide organisational development, leadership, learning and workforce capability initiatives.
- Partner with leaders to build capability, improve employee experience and support organisational performance.
- Shape and continuously improve frameworks, programs and approaches that help our people and teams thrive.
- Lead and develop a small specialist team while fostering collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement.
- Use data, insights and evidence-based practice to inform decision-making and drive meaningful outcomes.
This role is part of Banyule’s Leadership Network – you’ll have opportunities to grow your skills and experience of leadership in a Local Government context and develop your skills as an organisational leader beyond your role-based expertise.
About you
You are a collaborative and values-driven organisational development professional who enjoys balancing strategic thinking with practical delivery.
You may have experience in organisational development, workforce capability, leadership development, learning and development, employee experience, culture or a related field.
Most importantly, you bring:
- A passion for helping people and organisations perform at their best.
- Strong relationship-building and influencing skills.
- Curiosity, innovation and a continuous improvement mindset.
- Experience contributing to, coordinating or leading organisational initiatives that improve capability, culture, learning or employee experience
- The ability to turn ideas and strategy into practical outcomes.
- A commitment to inclusion, equity and creating workplaces where everyone can belong and succeed.
Why join Banyule?
- Make a genuine organisation-wide impact.
- Lead a diverse portfolio spanning organisational development, leadership development, workforce capability, and employee experience.
- Join a supportive, collaborative and high-performing Organisational Development team.
- Work in an organisation that values diversity, inclusion, belonging, learning and wellbeing.
- Help shape a workplace where people, teams and communities can thrive.
Pre-employment requirements
- Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check
What we offer
- A permanent full-time opportunity with a monthly RDO and generous leave entitlements
- Salary from $113,252.44 to $126,351.47 (dependent on experience) per annum plus super
- Opportunities for your growth and development, including health and well-being initiatives
- Greensborough office location, close to public transport and the town centre
- Access a range of flexible work options to support work–life balance, including hybrid working
- Purchased leave options to provide additional flexibility
- Generous leave entitlements, including: 26 weeks paid parental leave (primary carer), 4 weeks paid parental leave (partner), gender affirmation leave, and gendered health leave
Want to know more? For a chat about this opportunity, please call Katrina Neuhofer on 03 9490 4398 or Natalie Ige on 03 9957 6871.
How to apply:
Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in applying and how your skills and experience meet the key selection criteria in the position description. There are also two questions on the application form where we would like you to share a little about your skills and experience.
If this role interests you but you are not sure you meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. We value diverse experiences, transferable skills and different perspectives.
Applications close: 11 August 2026 at 11:45 PM
Equal Opportunity and Accessibility: Banyule City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we value diversity and inclusion, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support, or access requirement, we encourage you to inform us through your application or email [email protected]
Our Values : At Banyule, our values of respect, integrity, responsibility, initiative and inclusion guide how we work with each other and our community. We are looking for someone who shares these values and is passionate about creating positive outcomes for our people and the community we serve.
Community Vision : We in Banyule are a thriving, sustainable, inclusive and connected community. We are engaged, we belong, and we value and protect our environment.
Diversity Statement : Our community is made up of diverse, cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages, and genders. We are committed to access, equity, participation, and rights for everyone: principles that empower, foster harmony, and increase the well-being of an inclusive community.
To discover more about Banyule's commitment to advancing gender equality in the workplace, please find Banyule's Workplace Gender Equality Action Plan 2021-2025 . (the new GEAP will be available shortly).
Acknowledgment of the Traditional Custodians : Banyule City Council is proud to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as Traditional Custodians of the land and we pay respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, past, present and emerging, who have resided in the area and have been an integral part of the region’s history.
Banyule City Council endorses the Uluru Statement from the Heart in full and accepts the invitation to walk with First Nations peoples, to a better future for us all.
Child Safe Standards Statement of Commitment : Banyule City Council is a child-safe organisation committed to the safety and well-being of children.
Council has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously and acted upon. As a child-safe organisation we are committed to providing a child-safe environment where children feel safe, are empowered, valued and protected. Council will actively listen to children, ensuring their voices are heard and considered in decisions that affect their lives.
