Project Support Officer

Based in Cairns or Townsville, this permanent AO4 Project Support Officer role offers a great opportunity to support the delivery of regional development priorities across North Queensland. You'll provide administrative, project and stakeholder support to the Regional Director and team, working across everything from coordinating travel and finance to contributing to initiatives like Building our Regions grant funding. If you're organised, tech-savvy and love variety, this role is your next move.

Discover a purpose driven career with the Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development, and unleash your potential to grow. MRRD #DeliveringforQueensland

f you're someone who thrives on structure, enjoys supporting others, and wants to play a behind-the-scenes role in supporting regional outcomes for Queenslanders, then this is the job for you. Based in Cairns or Townsville, the AO4 Project Support Officer is a permanent full-time role supporting the Regional Director and team across a wide range of projects and priorities.

Your daily tasks may include checking over travel and event logistics for an upcoming stakeholder workshop, making sure venues are booked, schedules are confirmed, and nothing is missed. Then it's onto reconciling the team's monthly expenses, updating reporting systems, and following up on outstanding correspondence for the Regional Director. You could be reviewing records and security protocols, ensuring systems are up to date, or preparing documentation to support regional initiatives.

In this role, you'll be relied on to manage the small details that keep big projects running. You'll draft letters and briefing notes, maintain financial and admin systems, respond to queries, coordinate meetings, track office resources, and make sure governance processes are followed. You'll also provide practical support to industry and community engagement activities, assisting with stakeholder events and helping to represent the department at regional meetings. It's the kind of role where no two days are the same, and your ability to prioritise and communicate will be the secret sauce that makes it all work.

To Apply, Please Submit

• A current resume detailing your relevant experience
• A cover letter introducing yourself to the panel and showcasing your skills, attributes, knowledge and experience relating to:
• Providing administrative and project support, including records management and reporting
• Communicating effectively and building strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
• Organising and prioritising tasks to meet deadlines in a busy environment
• Using systems and tools to support accurate and efficient business processes

Why work for us?
The Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development (NRMMRRD) plays a critical role in supporting Queenslanders across the state—from Cairns to Mount Isa to Warwick—by delivering strong regional outcomes, fostering local economies, and strengthening government community partnerships. As stewards of over 60% of Queensland's land and key supporters of industries such as mining and manufacturing, our reach and impact are vast.

We are committed to putting our people first—empowering staff, celebrating success, and encouraging innovation. Our workplace is mobile, flexible, inclusive and respectful, and we are focused on growing united, capable leaders. For more information, visit:

We Offer

• Competitive superannuation and salary sacrificing options
• Flexible working options supporting work-life balance
• Generous leave provisions across the Queensland public sector
• Professional career development and training opportunities
• Relocation assistance and provisions
• The chance to help #DeliveringforQueensland and be part of Queensland's long-term prosperity

To learn more about the benefits of working with the Department of Natural Resources and Mines, Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development, visit:

Applications will remain current for 12 months.

Occupational group
Administration