MidCoast Council

Change Management Specialist – Business Transformation Program

Are you looking for the right career and lifestyle move?  Do you want to make an impact on the future of the community you live in?  Here's your opportunity to kick a career goal while you enjoy an incredible lifestyle on the beautiful Barrington Coast. 

The role

Are you passionate about helping people adapt to change and thrive in new ways of working? We're looking for a Change Management Specialist to play a pivotal role in supporting our Business Transformation Program. 

As a Change Management Specialist, you’ll work closely with the Change Management Lead to drive successful adoption of transformation initiatives. Your focus will be on supporting employees through change by minimising resistance and maximising engagement, usage, and proficiency. This role requires strong communication skills, relationship building, and the ability to support change at all levels of the organisation.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Support the application of change management principles, methodologies, and tools aligned with organisational change policies and standards.

• Deliver change management support across all phases of the Business Transformation Program.

• Assist in the design and implementation of change strategies and plans to drive employee adoption and minimise resistance.

• Engage with staff and stakeholders across all levels to ensure change is embraced and sustained.

• Work alongside the Change Management Lead to support senior leaders and sponsors in their roles during transitions.

What you'll bring:

• Experience supporting organisational change initiatives or transformation programs.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work with a diverse range of stakeholders.

• A collaborative, proactive approach to solving problems and managing change.

• Familiarity with change management frameworks such as Prosci or ADKAR is a plus.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.

What we offer?

We are committed to the growth of our employees and have a range of benefits available to support wellbeing and career development. Click here to find out more. 

Salary: Commencing salary circa $83,460 p.a. plus superannuation (negotiable based on skills and experience).

Location: This position will be based at our Administration Centre in Yalawanyi Ganya at 2 Biripi Way, Taree. You may also be required to be based from other Council sites across the MidCoast Council region.

Tenure: We are seeking someone for a fixed-term period until June 2026, with possibility for extension (35 hours per week).  This role offers flexibility with the option for part-time hours or a job share arrangement.  

Closing date: Wednesday 30 April 2025 at 11.30 pm.

Want to know more?

Please review the position description in PDF or Word formats.

For questions relating to the position requirements please contact Chelsea Salomons - Program Manager Business Transformation on 02 7955 7905 or at chelsea.salomons@midcoast.nsw.gov.au.   

For enquiries regarding the application process contact Margot Broadfoot, Human Resources Officer who is the HR representative for this role. Margot can be reached on (02) 7955 7334 or at margot.broadfoot@midcoast.nsw.gov.au.

How to apply: 

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Our organisation

At MidCoast Council our people are our most important resource and we believe that we can only reach our full potential when you reach yours. This is the place for those who seek to play a role in the community and have an enthusiasm to learn and grow. Here you can make a real difference.

Our community is our customer and is at the centre of everything we do.  We value, support and empower our people to deliver positive results for our community.

Right now, we are investing heavily in our organisation, and our people. Our Administration Centre is a state-of-the-art facility designed to inspire innovation, creativity and collaboration. The building has been named ‘Yalawanyi Ganya’ which means “sitting/meeting place” in the Gathang language of the indigenous people across the MidCoast Region.

About the MidCoast Region

From lakes and estuaries to white sandy beaches to world heritage mountain wilderness, the MidCoast region offers an attractive lifestyle for everyone. Our community is characterised by its welcoming attitude, growing economy and natural beauty. These are the pillars of the quality of life we value. 

Our commitment

At MidCoast Council we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. Our aim is to provide all of our staff with an inclusive, safe and healthy working environment. We never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital, veteran or disability status. If you have a disability and need to request any adjustments to assist with the application process, or to discuss workplace adjustments you may require, please contact the HR representative.

Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.

We’re a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

We respectfully ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us at this stage.