Coordinator Industry Development and Transition

Job Description

Coordinator Industry Development & Transition Permanent Full Time Annual Salary - $105,380.60 – $117,233.48 + 11.5% superannuation. Department – Business and Industry Development Do you want to make an IMPACT? Are you a leader with the passion to drive industry development and transition? Then we want you!About The Role The Coordinator Industry Development & Transition is responsible for leading Councils engagement with industry and education organisations, to support development and investment opportunities in Latrobe City.Working collaboratively with the Business and Industry Development team, you will showcase Latrobe City’s economy and its products and services at a regional, state, national and international level.About You We are seeking someone with the skills and knowledge to:Facilitate expansion of the region’s sustainable employment capacity by proactively supporting industry growth opportunities and infrastructure improvements within Latrobe City, that enable increased diversification of industry activity. Provide strategic leadership and support to leverage new opportunities in the region as we transform the economy in areas such as renewable energy and other development opportunities. Drive the ongoing development and delivery of Councils Economic Development Strategy, utilising innovative and contemporary approaches to respond to changing economic landscape. Provide leadership by coordinating the activities and resources in the Industry Development and Transition team, and associated alliances and/or other government lead engagement structures in this area. It is highly important that you establish and maintain effective strategic relationships, linkages and partnerships to achieve economic development outcomes including senior level relationships with business and industry, peak bodies, across all levels of government, non-government organisations and other identified stakeholders.You will have: Tertiary qualification in business development/marketing/promotions or similar qualification with several years of relevant experience or lesser formal qualifications with extensive experience in a relevant environment at a senior level. Proven experience in leading engagement with industry groups, business owners and key stakeholders to inform planning and advocacy items. Experience in and understanding of stakeholder engagement, research and data analysis techniques and the interpretation of these for planning purposes. Project management experience, an ability to prioritise competing needs, and ability to develop strategies and processes to support the advancement of department priorities. Effective interpersonal skills, incorporating a high level of verbal and written communication, problem solving and liaison. Proven experience with Local Government or similar experience in public sector or industry development sectors with a sound understanding of the social, political and legal frameworks in which Local Government operates. All successful applicants are required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children Check.Go Further at Latrobe City Council A career with us begins with a desire to empower and make positive change within our Latrobe City Community. At council you will get stuck into interesting work and experience growth as you see the impact you make unfold right in front of you.Why work for us? At Latrobe City Council we are an equal opportunity employer who invests heavily in our employees.We offer a range of training and Personal Development opportunities including a structured Leadership Development Program and study assistance.At LCC you will enjoy flexible working options and we offer benefits such as salary packaging and access to our health and wellbeing programs.We want you to join our team and provide the best services possible for a fast-growing regional municipality in the heart of Gippsland.To apply Please apply (and submit your responses to the Key Selection Criteria) via the Latrobe City Council website.Applications close at 11:59 PM on Sunday 2nd March 2025. Contact Shay Ferguson, Manager Business Development on 0427 516 368 for a confidential discussion.Child Safe Organisation Latrobe City Council has a zero tolerance to any form of child abuse and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children. We create and maintain a child safe organisation where protecting children and preventing and responding to child abuse is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees, volunteers and contractors. Our recruitment practices reflect this.Diversity and Inclusion At Latrobe City Council we value workforce diversity and inclusion, where individual uniqueness is embraced. We value diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality services to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexuality.At Latrobe City Council we are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome employment applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background. Council's Indigenous Employment Program is available to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent applicants and can be contacted at or by calling 1300 367 700.We at Latrobe City Council strongly encourage people with disability and diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles. If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Careers team via email at or call 5128 6113 noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.#J-18808-Ljbffr