Team Leader Corporate Performance in Melbourne

Melbourne Full-Time On-site

Apply Now

Turn strategy into action—and make a measurable difference for Kingston’s community
Join our team as a Team Leader Corporate Planning & Performance
Full Time, permanent position
$132,232 - $148,320 per annum plus superannuation (dependent on experience)

The Role

As Team Leader Corporate Performance, you will sit within the Customer Experience and Corporate Performance team and lead the development, coordination, and reporting of Kingston's corporate planning and performance frameworks. You will translate strategic direction into measurable outcomes that inform decision-making across the organisation.

Lead the end-to-end coordination of Kingston's Council Plan, Annual Action Plan, Annual Report and performance reporting cycles
Provide expert advice to senior leaders on performance measurement, data interpretation, and continuous improvement
Manage and mentor a small team, building capability in corporate reporting and planning practices
Prepare high-quality reports, dashboards, and briefings for the Executive, Council, and community audiences

About You

Demonstrated experience in corporate planning, performance reporting, or organisational strategy, ideally within local government or the public sector
Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights
Proven experience leading or supervising a team with a focus on outcomes and professional development
Excellent written communication skills with experience preparing executive-level reports and presentations
Tertiary qualification in business, public administration, or a related discipline

The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the City of Kingston’s values of:

We make a difference ǀ We show care and respect ǀ We take pride in our work ǀ We are better together

Don’t meet every single requirement for this role? At Kingston Council, we recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If you are excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t perfectly align to the criteria we encourage you to submit your application.

How to Apply

To learn more about this role, please view the full Position Description on our Careers website

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role. To apply, please click the ‘Apply’ button.

All applications must be submitted online through our careers portal. Please note that we do not accept applications or inquiries from recruitment agencies

To be considered for this role, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.

Kingston Council’s collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations.

We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south‑east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.

Benefits of Working at Kingston

At Kingston Council, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We support diversity and encourage applications from persons of all backgrounds. Here are some reasons why you might love working with us:

Hybrid work options – average 2 days working from home (or pro rata)
Flexible Work Options, including remote and work flexible work hours
Yearly annual leave loading payment of 17.5% of base salary (excludes casual staff, sessional staff and Senior Officers)
Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs
Access to accrued day off every four weeks (Full-time employees only)
Salary Packaging
Purchase leave options
Study/development assistance
Discounted gym memberships
16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers

Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation.

We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages.

Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.

Unlock job insights

Hirer responsiveness Salary match Number of applicants

The City of Kingston is located in the middle and outer southern suburbs of Melbourne, approx. 20 km south-east of the Melbourne CBD. Kingston covers an area of 91 sq km, including significant areas of foreshore.

Every suburb offers something different, from diverse businesses, housing, community facilities, shops and restaurants to beaches & bushland.

Kingston is recognised as one of Victoria’s main employment centres and largest industrial sectors, with more than 90,000 people employed across over 18,000 businesses.

Our community facilities are located across the municipality, providing libraries, arts centres, community hubs, and early years services to residents, workers, and visitors.

Every suburb offers something different, from diverse businesses, housing, community facilities, shops and restaurants to beaches & bushland.

Kingston is recognised as one of Victoria’s main employment centres and largest industrial sectors, with more than 90,000 people employed across over 18,000 businesses.

Our community facilities are located across the municipality, providing libraries, arts centres, community hubs, and early years services to residents, workers, and visitors.

#J-18808-Ljbffr