Canterbury-Bankstown Council

Coordinator Culture & Change

Here at CBCity

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council’s in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 28 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 380,000 residents.

The role

Lead a team. Shape our culture. Drive meaningful change.

CBCity is seeking a passionate and strategic team leader to step into the role of Coordinator Culture & Change. This is a unique opportunity to lead a team of specialists in cultivating a workplace culture where people feel engaged, empowered, and connected to our Purpose "Together, we create a great city we love" and our Ambition to “Create a community that loves their community”.

In this role, you’ll drive engagement, leadership, change and internal communications initiatives that bring our culture to life. From leading organisational change to shaping employee engagement strategies, you’ll play a key role in embedding people-focused programs that enhance performance, collaboration, and organisational effectiveness.

This is a full-time temporary position for a two-year term.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Lead, coach and develop the Culture & Change team achieve strategic objectives;
• Drive organisational wide employee engagement, change management and leadership programs;
• Provide expert advice on culture, organisational development and engagement strategies;
• Lead key elements of CBCity’s Workforce Strategy and the People Transformation Delivery Plan;
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including senior leaders and executives, to embed bet practice organisational development strategies.

For a full list of duties, click HERE to review the position description.

You will have

• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Organisational Development, Learning, Business, Organisational Culture or related discipline and/or relevant industry experience.
• Proven experience leading culture, engagement, change management and leadership initiatives.
• Strong facilitation skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• A passion for creating positive, high-performing workplace cultures.
• C Class Driver’s Licence.

The salary range for this opportunity starts at $122,553 (Grade J, Step 1) + 11.5% super. Salary is negotiable dependent on skills and experience.

What’s on offer

• An Attractive Remuneration Package.
• A dynamic and collaborative team environment where your expertise will shape the future of CBCity’s culture.
• Embrace a better work-life balance with our Accrued Time Off program, designed to prioritise your well-being and help you manage the balance between your personal and professional life.
• Contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
• An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.

For more information, please contact Penny Howard-Voutos (Manager People Transformation) at penny.howardvoutos@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

Ready to make a lasting impact? You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply’ button below and create a login using your email address and upload a

• Resume; and
• Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.

Applications close Friday 21 February 2025

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at recruitment@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.   

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.