Project Officer

**Job No: CB18242**

**Location**:Five Dock**
- Permanent Full-Time - 35 hours per week
- Participation in Council's 9-day fortnight scheme
- Positive and collaborative workplace culture
- Health and Wellbeing programs

The City of Canada Bay is a thriving, colourful community, surrounded by the beautiful bays of Sydney Harbour. The area is also known for its parklands, cycle paths and walkways. City of Canada Bay Council’s values underpin how we operate: We act with integrity; We empower our people; We are respectful; We work together; We innovate.

**About the role**

We are seeking a **Project Officer **who will manage and support the delivery of assigned projects in Council’s Capital Works Program which could include a variety of projects from playgrounds, sports fields, buildings, asset renewals, engineering and infrastructure projects.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Coordinate and prioritise key tasks and activities, anticipate project constraints, identify inter-dependencies, and manage these to deliver an optimum outcome for Council.
- Develop achievable project plans for the effective implementation and management of procurement, time, communications, change, risks, issues and budgets/ costs, tailored to support and align with Council’s operations.
- Manage the project budget, and proactively work with Finance to ensure asset management data is captured for the long-term sustainability of Council assets.
- Deliver timely outputs and produce or support the development of the required reports professionally and accurately.
- Perform prudent and proactive contract administration to safeguard and protect Council’s interests and mitigate risk exposure.
- Develop stakeholder engagement and communication plans and working with other council officers across the different business units, proactively manage stakeholder expectations.
- Coordinate and communicate with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring clear understanding of project goals and progress.
- Work across Council to ensure the appropriate internal teams/resources are engaged in the development and delivery of the project.
- Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and align with established best practices.

**About the person**

To be successful in this position, you will have:

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project or Construction Management.
- Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM) certification or equivalent preferred.
- Some demonstrable experience in successfully managing and delivering projects within a government or public sector context.
- Strong understanding of local government operations, regulations, and decision-making processes.
- Proficiency in project management tools and software such as MS Project
- Current Class “C” Drivers Licence
- Workcover accredited Construction Induction (White) Card preferred

**What’s on offer**

We are offering competitive remuneration between **$89,309 to $102,705 per annum + Super.** We also offer excellent employee benefits which include:

- Rostered Days Off (participation in a 9-day fortnight scheme)
- A range of flexible work arrangements including hybrid work from home arrangements
- 18 weeks paid parental leave
- A supportive, energetic, and passionate team
- Significant leave benefits (9-day fortnight, 15 days sick/personal leave, 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year, access to Long Service leave after 5 years)
- Continuous training, support, and leadership development
- Health and Wellbeing programs (Yoga classes, Fitness Passport, Flu vaccinations, Skin Cancer Checks)

**Want to know more?**

Click here to view position description, alternatively for a confidential discussion please contact **Sam Kartambis, Manager, Project Management** **Office** on **02 9911 6331**.

**How to apply**
- The City of Canada Bay Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to a safe workplace_
- The City of Canada Bay Council is a Child Safe Organisation that recognises and advocates for the rights of Children and Young People and are committed to a Safe Workplace._
- City of Canada Bay is required to comply with and follow all NSW Public Health Orders. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they are able to meet any requirements in line with current NSW Public Health Orders that are relevant to the position and travel requirements._