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Form of workAbout us
Our council presents an exciting opportunity for people seeking a dynamic, progressive and fast-paced organisation.
We have developed a positive workplace culture where collaboration and personal development are core components.
Ours is a genuine commitment to making a tangible impact on the community through a role offering both purpose and stability.
Invest in your own professional and personal growth and be a real contributor to the experience of the Palmerston community.
There is a sense of pride in the work we do and what we can achieve together for the people of Palmerston.
Coming together with like-minded people is energising and engaging – you know when you apply yourself you can make a difference that matters.
We see investing in our people as an investment in our community.
Our Commitment to You and Our Customers
At CoP we value
Teamwork
- Commitment and Accountability
- Sustainability and Self-Sufficient
- Quality Resources
- A culture of Continuous improvement
In addition to our focus on culture, values, and behaviours, we embed our Customer Service Charter in everything we do both internally and externally. The pillars of our Customer Service Charter are:
- Make it easy for customer
- Perform with pride
- Listen, learn and act
- Evaluate and improve
About the Role
Reporting to the Senior Projects Manager, the Project Support Officer will provide project and contract administration support of Council’s capital delivery which will include supporting project managers and assisting in contractor management activities and supervision.
The role will exemplify Council’s vision to meet community expectations, deliver organisational key performance indicators and maintain accountabilities in line with the Community Plan and customer ethos of “people are at the centre of all we do and deliver”.
Some accountabilities will be;
- Project and program administration
- Directorate administration support
- Customer service activities
- Provision of reporting, procurement, contract management, grant, budget and Project Support.
About You
To be considered for this role, you should have:
- Certificate level or higher qualifications in business administration and / or project management with demonstrated experience in a similar role.
- Demonstrated experience in undertaking contract and project administration.
- Demonstrated experience in the interpretation of contracts and contractual requirements.
- Knowledge of relevant governance and legislative requirements.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and present information with high attention to detail, accuracy and confidentiality.
- Demonstrated high level customer service skills.
- Demonstrated proficient computer skills.
- The ability and proven experience to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
What we can offer you
- Competitive leave entitlement with 6 weeks Annual leave a year
- Training & Professional Development opportunities
- A great team who will support you to achieve professionally and personally
- Access to wellbeing initiatives and Employee Assistance Program
- Access to Salary Continuance
Diversity
At City of Palmerston, we embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
To Apply:
To view a copy of the position description and to 'Apply' please see below.
Applications Close: Thursday, 7 March 2024
