Project Manager

1 day ago

Quirindi New South Wales, Australia Liverpool Plains Shire Council Full time $83,985 - $107,510 per year
  • Permanent Full time role
  • Utilise your expertise to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget
  • Work closely with key stakeholders to deliver a range of projects

Council is seeking Project Manager to join our Engineering, Assets and Projects team. As the project manager you will build and maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders to understand and manage risk, and influence sustainable outcomes on projects through the development and implementation of the project delivery framework. The primary focus of the project manager will be on our infrastructure works, however they will also assist with project management across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities include:

  • Managing the process of development, tendering, awarding and administration of professional service,
  • Building and maintaining effective working relationships and collaborating with stakeholders.
  • Leading the investigation, design, estimating and procurement processes for projects to deliver Council's objectives.
  • Typically, the value of the projects you will be responsible for will range from $500K up to $7M.

For more information about the role, please read the Position Description.

ABOUT US

The Liverpool Plains Shire Council is a diverse organisation employing over 120 staff across a wide variety of fields who deliver a range of services to the local government area encompassing Blackville, Caroona, Currabubula, Pine Ridge, Premer, Quirindi, Spring Ridge, Wallabadah, Werris Creek and Willow Tree and the almost 8000 residents who reside there.

The council is situated in Quirindi, the heart of the Liverpool Plains, four hours North West of Sydney, famous for its stunning landscapes and rich, highly productive land and is the perfect place to call home.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

We offer a salary starting at $83,985 - $107,510 gross per annum plus 12% superannuation. The starting salary will be negotiated with the successful applicant dependent on skills, knowledge and experience relevant to the position.

You will also have access to a range of benefits including:

  • Access to a 9-day fortnight
  • Long service leave after 5 years service
  • Discounted gym membership at Plains Fitness
  • Access to training opportunities

WANT TO KNOW MORE?

Please contact the George Vorobieff, Acting Director Infrastructure and Utilities on for a confidential discussion.

HOW TO APPLY

Please complete the application form below ensuring you answer all questions. We recommend that you create your answers in a separate document (e.g. Word) then copy your answers into the application form when you're ready. On the following page attach a copy of your cover letter, CV and qualifications.

Once you have submitted your application you should receive an email acknowledgement that it has been received. If you do not receive the acknowledgement, please check your junk or spam email boxes and contact Please note that all correspondence regarding your application status and interview will be forwarded via email.

Applications close 11:59pm Sunday, 19 October 2025

Liverpool Plains Shire 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.

Liverpool Plains Shire Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining and supporting a diverse & inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages.

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