Senior Business Analyst and Project Lead
Summary
A local-government Senior Business Analyst and Project Lead who partners with Council stakeholders and vendors to define requirements, improve processes, and lead digital/system improvement projects end to end (planning through implementation and benefits realisation). Core focus is business analysis, process improvement and project delivery rather than hands-on coding.
Permanent Full Time (Part Time considered)
$111,609 - $124,867 per annum plus Super and RDO
Position No: 7067
About the role
As our Senior Business Analyst and Project Lead, you’ll work across Council to understand complex business needs, improve processes and lead digital and system improvement projects from planning through to implementation and benefits realisation. You’ll partner with stakeholders, project teams and vendors to define requirements, assess options and deliver practical solutions. You’ll lead projects end to end, managing priorities, risks, dependencies, change and implementation to achieve successful outcomes. This role offers flexibility and may be undertaken on either a full-time or part-time basis.
About you
You’ll bring strong experience in business analysis, process improvement, digital transformation or a related field, supported by a relevant tertiary qualification. You’re a confident communicator and facilitator who can build trusted relationships, work with senior leaders and technical specialists, and navigate complex or competing priorities. You’ll bring strong analytical skills and project delivery.
Working at Macedon Ranges Shire Council
At Macedon Ranges Shire Council, we’re passionate about building a thriving workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute. You’ll work together alongside supportive and collaborative colleagues who share our values of honesty, accountability and innovation. We champion a culture of belonging through a variety of workplace flexibility options, and calendar of wellbeing,
diversity and inclusion related programs and initiatives.
Staff Benefits
Flexible Working Arrangements
Discount on memberships at Council gym and pool facilities
Annual no cost flu vaccinations
Employee Assistance Program
Purchased leave
Access to hundreds of exclusive workplace benefits via our Employee Benefits platform
Onsite treater available to support your health and wellbeing at work
Position Description
For further information contact Merridee Kent, Coordinator Business Improvement on 0438 507 959.
Interviews are expected to be held from the week commencing 30 November 2026.
Closing Date: Friday 20 November at 5:00pm.
To apply please click below and follow the prompts. Please have a copy of your current Resume, responses to Selection Criteria for the role and a Cover letter ready to attach.
We value diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, abilities, and identities. If you require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know at jobs@mrsc.vic.gov.au.
Direct applications only – Council does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.