Local Government Project Experts Wanted

6 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia beBeeExpertise Remote Work Freelance Full time $100,000 - $150,000
NSW Councils Seek Expertise

We are looking for specialist contractors to address skill gaps and manage complex projects.

  • Flexible Contracting Opportunities
  • Supplement Your Income with Local Government Projects
  • High-Impact Roles in Complex Challenges

The ideal candidates must have Australian citizenship or permanent residency, a minimum of 5+ years' experience in the sector, experience working in Local Government, and tertiary/formal qualifications. They should also have a company limited by guarantee, with an ACN, and professional indemnity, workers compensation, and public liability insurances.

To be considered, you must provide at least two recent work referees and comply with your Council's Secondary Employment Policy if currently working in Local Government.

These positions offer great earning potential along with the chance to work on exciting projects that make a tangible difference.

Benefits and Requirements
  • Flexibility - short-to-medium-term roles that fit your schedule
  • Experience - use your expertise to solve complex challenges
  • Insurance - professional indemnity, workers compensation, and public liability insurances
  • References - at least two recent work referees
  • Council Compliance - comply with your Council's Secondary Employment Policy

The roles require expertise that can be difficult to source for some Councils or are for periods of time that may be incompatible with permanent employees.

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