Project Coordinator

• Full-time 38 hours per week, Fixed-Term Contract till October 2027
• Hamilton Campus
• $91,124 per annum, plus superannuation

The Project Coordinator will support the Capital and Minor Works Department to deliver a number of capital and maintenance initiatives at the Hamilton Campus under a new and exciting project.

Responsibilities include project leadership, preparing comprehensive project documentation, liaising with consultants and contractors onsite, risk management, and the development and management of schedules and budgets.

To succeed in this role, you should have a sound understanding of construction processes and excellent time management and communication skills, as you'll collaborate with contractors and internal teams to deliver high quality results.

Ultimately, the Project Coordinator's duties are to ensure that all initiatives within the project are completed on time, within budget, meet high quality standards, and to assist with other capital works projects as required to ensure the same outcome.

The role is suited for applicants who have general construction and work site experience and are looking for an opportunity to step into project leadership and coordination.

The must haves

Mandatory requirements

• Bachelor in Project Management / Construction Management or other relevant degree, and previous experience managing and leading construction initiatives
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills
• Working with Children Check and a satisfactory Police Records Check and/or ability to achieve one

Highly desirable requirements

• A Current Victorian driver's license

About us

SWTAFE is the leading vocational education provider in South West Victoria. 

We offer a diverse range of courses across various industry sectors, spanning from healthcare and business, to trades, technology, arts and agriculture and more.

We are committed to ensuring our graduates are well-prepared to navigate the challenges of the dynamic job market of today, and are equipped with the skills build a successful future career.

As a place to work, we strive for a supportive, diverse workplace culture that encourages personal and professional growth, and in 2023 SWTAFE was ranked #1 in the Victorian TAFE sector for staff satisfaction.

What we can offer you

• Fun social club with health and wellbeing activities
• Employee recognition program
• Continuous opportunities for tailored learning and development
• Accessible Employee Assistance Program including an easy to navigate app

Any Questions? Please contact:

Jesse Mitchell, Manager – Capital and Minor Works

 

A full position description is available from the Careers at SWTAFE webpage.

Applications close:  Sunday, 2 November 2025

Successful applicants will require a Working with Children Check and a National Police Record Check.

How to apply If this role resonates with you and you have the necessary skills and experience, then we would love to hear from you.

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South West TAFE is a child safe and equal opportunity employer; fostering a fair, safe and inclusive environment and embraces all forms of diversity.

We strongly encourage applications from people with a variety of attributes, including but not limited to:

• A person with a disability
• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
• Culturally and linguistically diverse
• LGBTIQA+