Project Officer

Job No: WASC581

Location: Coonabarabran

Department: Roads

Reports to: Manager Roads

Salary Range: $82,394 - $95,755 per 35 hour week + superannuation

Are you passionate about road infrastructure and eager to make a meaningful impact on the community? Join us as Project Officer - Roads and play a key role in shaping the future of Council's roadworks program while ensuring the maintenance, sustainability, and safety of our road networks.

In this role, you will play a pivotal part in Council's road maintenance program by overseeing pre-construction activities, developing and updating the road maintenance schedule, and providing expert technical support across a diverse range of road construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance projects. You'll be responsible for managing surveillance of roadworks, ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards, and reporting on project outcomes to the Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about road infrastructure who enjoys working in a collaborative and solutions-oriented environment.

As the Project Officer Roads, your role will involve detailed planning, including the development of essential management plans such as Traffic Management, Quality Management, Environmental Management, and Work Health & Safety Management Plans. You will be responsible for ensuring all roadworks meet legislative, safety, and environmental requirements while conducting site inspections and audits to monitor the quality of work. Your expertise will be critical in identifying maintenance tasks, developing inspection schedules, and providing technical guidance to contractors, internal teams, and stakeholders. You'll also help manage the project lifecycle by preparing Site-Specific Safety Management Plans and working with supervisors to implement vegetation management plans where necessary.

A key part of this role is community and stakeholder engagement. You will liaise with contractors, Transport for NSW, and other government departments to ensure project milestones are met and to address any concerns from local residents or businesses. Effective communication is vital, as you will also be responsible for presenting technical information in a clear and concise manner to both technical and non-technical audiences. Additionally, your involvement in budget estimates and resource allocation will help ensure that road projects are delivered on time and within budget, further supporting the broader goals of Council's infrastructure and roadworks program.

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This position is based in Coonabarabran, a stunning town with a rich heritage and breathtaking landscapes, located between Melbourne and Brisbane. Known as the Astronomy Capital of Australia, Coonabarabran offers a relaxed lifestyle with excellent amenities, including schools, medical services, and outdoor adventures like the Warrumbungle National Park, Australia's first Dark Sky Park.

Selection criteria include:

Qualifications in Civil Engineering, Civil Construction, or a relevant discipline, or equivalent experience in a similar role

Demonstrated experience in road construction, maintenance, and asset management

Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, standards, and guidelines, including the Roads Act 1993 and Austroads standards

Experience in surveillance of road works

Ability to solve day to day problems associated with maintenance tasks including road and drainage systems

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders

Proficiency in using computer software such as CAD, GIS, and asset management systems would be helpful

Current NSW Class C Driver Licence - this is essential

White card (OHS Construction Induction card)

It's a plus if you have experience working in local government (or a similar environment), knowledge of environmental and heritage considerations in roadworks, and a good understanding of WHS requirements in the construction industry and familiarity with safe work method statements.

Benefits of working for Council

Council are committed to creating a positive working environment and offer a range of benefits for staff, including

Great leave opportunities

Long service leave after 5 years

1 RDO every 4 weeks

Paid parental and concurrent parental leave

Carer's leave

3 weeks sick leave per year including up to 2 days health and wellbeing leave each year

Purchase additional leave or cash out leave

Deferred leave scheme – eg work three years at 75% of your pay and have the following year off at 75% of your pay

Support for training and professional development

Formal training opportunities

Access to thousands of free online training courses

Weekly pay cycle

Salary Packaging options to maximise your take-home pay

Hybrid work and flexible hours by agreement and subject to role requirements

Wellness – we want you to be at your best self so you and your immediate family members have access to our employee assistance program with TELUS Health One

Free annual flu vaccinations and bi-annual skin cancer checks available

PPE provided

Generous uniform allowance

About Warrumbungle Shire Council

Warrumbungle Shire is strategically positioned on the Newell Highway, a short drive from Tamworth, Mudgee and Dubbo, and just over 3 hours from Newcastle, making Warrumbungle Shire a great place to live and work. Covering an area of more than 12,000km², and with a population of nearly 10,000, Warrumbungle Shire Council is one of the larger Local Government Areas in Central West NSW, home to the townships of Coonabarabran, Coolah, Dunedoo, Binnaway, Baradine and Mendooran.

With a rich history and stunning landscapes including spectacular mountain ranges, waterfalls, ancient sandstone caves, gorges, and beautiful plains, our scenic location amongst friendly country communities provides an ideal setting for those looking to balance a country lifestyle and career.

At Warrumbungle Shire Council we offer a broad variety of jobs with a range of benefits and career development opportunities within Local Government. The guiding principles of honesty, integrity, fairness and compassion form the spirit of the team along with respect, transparency, passion, trust and opportunity is how Warrumbungle Shire Council strengthens its working environment to deliver on the aspirations of our community. Council is proud to be an equal opportunity and child safe employer with a commitment to our staff and our vision is Excellence in Local Government.

You will receive an email acknowledgement to confirm receipt of your application. You will receive email notifications regarding the status of your application. It is important that you regularly check your email to ensure you do not miss any notifications from Council. It is also recommended that you check your spam or junk folder and consider adding to your email address book to ensure you do not miss any correspondence in regard to your application.

Applications close at 11.00 pm Sunday 23 November 2025.

This position is expected to commence in early 2026.

For enquiries, please contact Human Resources on

Applicants should note that Criminal History Checks, as well as alcohol and drug testing, are conditions of employment.