Project Coordinator

FULL TIME – Permanent

Salary Range: Level 5 $120,428 - Level 6 $126,541 (dependant on experience & qualifications) + 12% Superannuation

Location: Applicants must reside in or be willing to relocate to Geraldton

Vacancy Closes: 5pm, Monday 8th September 2025

We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our Projects team as a Project Coordinator on a permanent full-time basis.

About Us

Mid West Ports Authority (MWPA) provides an essential service, connecting regional Australia to national and international markets as a specialist port catering to boutique and diverse operations.

MWPA operates seven (7) commercial berths and critical marine and land assets which enables the facilitation of trade for the Mid West region, exporting a variety of products including iron ore, grains, mineral sands, non-mineral sands and mineral concentrates. The Port also imports fuel, fertiliser and break bulk cargo. The Port of Geraldton also encompasses the Geraldton Fishing Boat Harbour (FBH), home to Geraldton's fishing industry. The FBH provides significant opportunities for further development of the Port and activation of a thriving commercial and leisure industry hub.

Mid West Ports Authority embraces diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

About the Role

Reporting to the MPWA Project Manager(s), the Project Coordinator is to be committed to maintaining and supporting MWPA's projects objectives, delivering value to project managers and broader stakeholders ensuring effective and collaborative management of projects and project deliverables.

The Project Coordinator will coordinate project schedules, budgets, procurement activities and support the Project Manager(s) in identifying and resolving issues and risks within projects. It is the role of the Project Coordinator to make sure that projects are delivered within the guiding principles for on-time, on-cost, through to meet quality requirements and objectives. Ensure projects follow the Project and Assurance Frameworks and provide feedback and reporting of project compliance. This can include communicating with various departments within the organization, making sure all stakeholders are on the same page, considered and consulted within projects.

Supporting the Project Manager, through the project lifecycle whilst gaining knowledge of the larger landscape across the port influencing projects better understanding the granular details impacting project health and risk.

About You

Key qualifications and experience:

Essential

• Bachelor's degree, Diploma or Certificate IV in project management or relevant industry experience with a willingness to gain a project management qualification.
• Experience in project management support role.
• Experiencing working in an engineering, trade and or IT projects environment.
• Developing, maintaining, and managing project schedules (Gantt Charts)
• Stakeholder and resource management experience.
• Experience in the use of Office 365, MS Project, Visio, ERP financial management systems
• Advanced skills set in communication and interpersonal skills, including conflict management and resolution. With strong organisational skills, with excellent verbal and written ability.

Benefits:

• Flexible Working Arrangements (applicable roles)
• Health & Wellbeing Program
• 21 Annual Leave days per annum (pro rata)
• 13 weeks paid parental leave (primary carer)
• Annual salary increases
• Access to training and development opportunities
• Access to Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Employee and Service Recognition Reward Program
• Free skin checks and flu vaccinations
• Corporate and PPE uniform provided

If we have captured your interest, more information on the role and application process can be found by visiting our website  See the 'Careers' tab.

Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for positions in the public sector.

This selection process will initially be used to fill the advertised vacancy. However, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. This option remains valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

Living in the Mid West:

MWPA operations are located in sunny Geraldton, situated 400kms north of Perth, Western Australia, and is a coastal, community focused and family friendly town. We also have several key roles based in our Perth office.

Our reputation for sunny days, beautiful beaches, water sports and wildflowers should be enough to tempt anyone, but if you need more convincing check out this video for more information on why you should live and work Geraldton.