Senior Projects Officer

ARE
YOU READY TO GROW YOUR PROJECT MANAGEMENT SKILLSET IN A TEAM THAT
DELIVERS CAPITAL PROJECTS ACROSS THE TOOWOOMBA
REGION?

• $102,
  $109,044.83 gross per annum, plus 17.5% annual leave
  loading and up to 12.65% superannuation.
• Full time position
  based at our Principal Depot in Charlton.
• This is a Fixed Term
  position for two years from date of commencement.
• Council vehicle available for work use.

About You - Deliver excellence in infrastructure for your
community

We are in search of an
exceptionally talented, innovative and motivated team player
capable of seamlessly managing the delivery of a portfolio of
multiple complex and interesting community infrastructure projects
in our open space network. This position is situated within
the larger Parks Strategy team, which is comprised of a diverse
range of skilled professionals.

You will have a strong track record
in delivering infrastructure, preferably recreation infrastructure,
and ideally have done this in the Local Government context. Your
background should include a robust record of applying project
management principles, tools and techniques to successfully deliver
projects, as well as experience in contract and procurement
management.  Your extensive professional knowledge will play a
pivotal role in enhancing our branch project delivery practices and
leading excellence in project management to influence the way we
deliver our capital program. Moreover, you will possess outstanding
communication skills, good negotiation skills and the ability to
problem-solve.

About Parks & Recreation

The Parks & Recreation Team are
the secret behind the Toowoomba Region's beautiful parks and
gardens.  With over 7000 hectares of public gardens, bushland
park, sports and recreation facilities and other open space and an
extensive urban forest, the Toowoomba region is well known for its
liveability and green infrastructure. The Parks and Recreation
Services Branch is responsible for planning, developing and
maintaining our beautiful green infrastructure, some of which is
heritage listed, and keeping up with the strong growth across the
region. The team is a diverse mix of approximately 200 people
working as labourers, gardeners, arborists, horticulturalists,
plant operators, rangers, cleaners, project managers, landscape
architects, administrators, regulators and their managers and
leaders.

Benefits of the workplace - Where lifestyle meets
career

• Immerse yourself in the heart of one of Australia's most
  captivating regions, offering the perfect blend of city and
  country living.
• Work in an expansive and serene environment tailored to
  your specific needs, complete with ergonomic workstations,
  multiple breakout spaces, and well-appointed meeting
  rooms.
• Join a supportive and empowering multi-disciplinary team
  passionately committed to enhancing the region's
  liveability.
• Embrace flexible work arrangements tailored to your
  lifestyle.
• Revel in new office facilities boasting abundant free
  parking, an on-site gym, inviting lunchrooms, and outdoor
  shaded picnic tables.
• Professional development and learning opportunities.
• Salary sacrificing opportunities to boost your
  superannuation.
• Corporate discounts on selected private health
  insurance.
• Active social club – TRC Employee's
  Association.
• Access to the Fitness Passport Program - providing access
  to a wide range of local health, fitness, and leisure
  facilities with a single membership.
• Free Flu Vaccinations and Skin Checks.
• Employee Assistance Program – free 24 hour nationwide
  confidential counselling services for employees and their
  families going through personal or work-related problems.

How to be successful in this position - Success
Criteria

To be considered for this position,
applicants are encouraged to ensure their qualifications and skills
align with the 'Success Criteria' outlined in the
Position Description when submitting their application.

How to
apply

To apply, please submit two
documents:

1. Your current
   resume.

The preferred candidate will be required to
undertake a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical
assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine
occupational requirements of the position.

PLEASE NOTE: Your application may
not be considered if you do not follow the instructions outlined
above.

Visit our website  for information on how
to apply for jobs at Toowoomba Regional Council. 
Applicants are encouraged to apply online.

For further
information

Please contact Kristy
Dalton on within business hours.

Closing
date

The closing date for applications is at 11:45pm on Sunday, 28
September 2025.

About the Toowoomba Region

Nestled approximately 125km west of
Brisbane, the Toowoomba Region beckons as the enchanting gateway to
the Darling Downs. Rising from its roots as the Garden City,
Toowoomba has blossomed into Australia's largest inland regional
city. The Toowoomba Regional Council oversees an expansive regional
landscape, encompassing the thriving urban centre of Toowoomba and
the vibrant regional hubs of Oakey, Pittsworth, Millmerran,
Highfields, Crow's Nest, Clifton, Greenmount, Goombungee, and
Yarraman.

Attachments:

- Position Description - Senior Projects Officer

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