Project Officer - Contracts

Permanent Full Time opportunity available (9 day fortnight)
Diploma in Contract Management, Project Management, or similar competency
LGO 5 ($84,827 - $88,532 per annum + superannuation) based on skills, qualifications and experience
Why Choose Us
Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia.
We are committed to creating value by growing Townsville through driving economic diversity and generating an enriching lifestyle.
Our organisation provides and maintains over $7b worth of community assets including water and wastewater network and treatment, bridges, drainage, roads, waste management, community facilities, sporting venues and more. We contribute to an active lifestyle for our residents and visitors through events, providing recreational facilities, protecting the natural environment and heritage, while creating a mentally and physically healthy city.
We lead creation of a city for this and future generations by focusing on our transition to a circular economy that is resilient to social, financial and environmental shocks.
We are a Council led by our community to create an exciting and dynamic future.
Townsville City Council is growing Townsville.About the role
The Commercial and Project Services Division has a dedicated Project Management Office (PMO) responsible for the delivery of Council’s capital plan and employs specialist project and program management staff, experienced in capital works delivery including the management of scope, finance, schedule, stakeholders, risk and safety throughout the project lifecycle. The PMO apply project management fundamentals to deliver projects in accordance with the Project Management Framework (PMF), the approved capital plan and Townsville City Council governance requirements.
This position supports the PMO as the technical expert for both Procurement and Contract Administration by facilitating end-to-end tender and contract functions, along with promoting and supporting the PMO whilst ensuring compliance for each project, in line with the PMF and Townsville City Council governance requirements.
About you
To be suitable for this role, it is essential you have a Diploma in Contract Management, Project Management, or similar-related competency, Construction Industry White Card (30215 QLD) and a “C” class licence. You will also require 3 - 5 years’ demonstrated experience within a local government or similar environment, specialising in procurement and contract management throughout the project and contract life cycle.
You will have experience performing in a highly autonomous environment, often with conflicting priorities and deadlines with the ability to work both autonomously and in a collaborative work environment and have excellent communication skills to ensure stakeholders, internal and external, are well informed and contract execution is successful.
You will have knowledge of Local Government Transport, Stormwater, Open Space, Water, Waste, Cemeteries, Coastal and Property assets and knowledge of legislation relevant to Local Government procurement, contracting, Workplace Health and Safety and Quality Management.
Applications should be submitted through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter (maximum 2 pages), Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and must include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.
For further information review the Position Description.
Closing Date: 11.45pm, Wednesday 21 February 2024What We Offer
17.5% annual leave loading
Up to 5 weeks annual leave
Up to 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
14 weeks paid Parental Leave
Domestic and Family Violence Leave
Natural Disaster Leave
Long Service Leave available pro rata after seven years
Up to *13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members
Salary Sacrifice opportunities
Learning and Development opportunities
Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected gym, pool, and yoga facilities
Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses
Employee Assistance Program
Active Family Social Club
Flexible working arrangements
We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!
If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact hr_recruitment@townsville.qld.gov.au for a confidential discussion.