Vacancy Number

ER1836

Position Title

Portfolio Analytics Lead

Employment Status

Permanent Full Time

Department

Infrastructure Gold Coast

Location

Bundall

Award Classification

Stream A, Level 8

Salary

$133,554 - $150,507

Hours

40 hours per week

About the team

The Infrastructure Program Management Office (IPMO) is a newly formed business unit in the Infrastructure Gold Coast department, created to ensure effective governance, assurance and performance monitoring of programs and projects within the infrastructure portfolio across their lifecycle. Our new team will specialise in cost intelligence, program and project controls, data analytics and insights, and ensure successful business and stakeholder outcomes for Infrastructure Gold Coast. This is an exciting opportunity to build and shape this brand-new business unit, work in a new team and establish a baseline for Portfolio Analytics.

About your new role

You will lead and manage a team which develops and implements advanced analytics and strategies to monitor Infrastructure Gold Coast’s portfolio performance and maximise the value of the portfolio. The role provides detailed portfolio analysis and reporting and applies financial metrics and assurance measures to enable projects to be delivered in a timely and cost-efficient way. You and your team will also contribute to ongoing improvement of project development and delivery capability. You will have the opportunity to refine and uplift business processes and recruit new team members to grow your team!

Please refer to the Position Brief for a detailed list of roles and responsibilities which include but are not limited to:

• Coordinate the development of the Infrastructure Capital Program including identifying planning and delivery efficiencies through combining/bundling projects.
• Provide ongoing portfolio and project insights to enable the assurance monitoring, reporting and reviewing function, and proactively advise business stakeholders.
• Ensure projects align with P3M, organisational strategic plans and objectives, asset management plans and meet approved budgets.
• Monitor and assess portfolio performance, undertake health checks and deep dive reviews to ensure continuous improvement, value for money, benefits realisation, adoption of learnings and application of key industry trends.

We're looking for people who have:

• Bachelor Degree in Business Management, Project Management, or a related field, or equivalent knowledge.
• Demonstrated leadership and people management skills.
• A focus on building an inclusive workplace culture and developing capability within the team.
• Demonstrated clear and concise communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong project management skills and are comfortable working with cross-functional stakeholders of all levels of seniority.
• High level skills using Microsoft Project Professional or similar project management applications / systems with knowledge of project management tools and methodologies.
• Experience at an advanced level in the use of Microsoft Office applications and other applications such as SAP, or equivalent.
• Statistical/quantitative analysis background.
• Risk or investment modelling experience.

Be part of shaping the Gold Coast's future

The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.

We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia and we have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:

Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations

Personal and professional development courses

Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport

4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member

1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year

4.5% Certified Agreement pay rise due 16 October 2025

We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community. We're committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture.

How to apply

For more information, view the position brief by clicking the paperclip icon in the top right corner of this screen.

Click 'Apply' to submit your online application. Upload your Resume with a Cover Letter (of no more than 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role.

Documents needs to be less than 2MB in size and PDF format is preferred. If you encounter technical issues when applying, please [email protected]

Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.

Contact Person

Tracy Clark

Contact Number

0439 226 237

Closing Date

Wednesday 11th June 2025

Please note applications for all of our vacancies close at 10.30pm on the listed closing date.

The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.