Address- Join a proactive and vibrant team
- Flexible hours for a work-life balance
- $80,627 - $89,217 per annum plus superannuation
About Us
Discover the potential within our vibrant, rural township nestled in regional New South Wales. Narrabri Shire is a place where the vast blue skies, breathtaking mountain vistas, serene waterways await. At the heart of our operations, Narrabri Shire Council is driven by values that foster a welcoming, unified, and forward-thinking environment where everyone is given the opportunity to succeed.
About the Role
Partnering with the Contracts and Projects Coordinator, the Projects Officer will work with management to deliver on strategic and operational business improvements by focusing on delivering efficiencies and improved work processes.
Key responsibilities include:
- Increasing project delivery capacity of the Infrastructure Delivery team, in all areas of the business.
- Planning project delivery in line with Council’s project delivery management systems, requirements, legislation and regulations.
- Assisting in preparing schedules and project plans to ensure projects remain on time and within budget specifications.
- Ensure quality asset information within the asset register.
- Actively consult with other Narrabri Shire staff and external service providers to ensure matters are achieved in a timely manner.
- Assist in the development and preparation of risk management plans to mitigate/minimise risks to the Council and stakeholders.
For further information please refer to the attached Position Description.
About You
As our ideal candidate, you will:
- have experience in project and budget management, with the ability to analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources.
- have experience in all functions associated with the management of assets.
- have a high level of written, oral communication and negotiation skills.
- have the ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
Further Enquiries
Enquiries regarding this position should be directed to Amy Withington, Contracts and Projects on (02) 6799 6***.
How to Apply
Joining Narrabri Shire Council will see you welcomed into a supportive and thriving environment within an experienced and dedicated team, offering a long-term career! You will be part of a community that values integrity and leadership, with a strong customer focus on the delivery of services.
If you are interested in this position with Narrabri Shire Council, we would love to hear from you!
1. Complete the information below as requested
2. Click ‘APPLY’
3. Attach your resume and covering letter
4. Click ‘NEXT’ and ‘CONFIRM’
Please note all correspondence regarding your application status and interview will be forwarded via email.
Closing date for applications
This position closes at 5.00pm on Sunday, 16 June 2024.
Narrabri Shire Council reserves the right to close, withdraw or extend vacancies without prior notice.
Narrabri Shire Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We support difference and thrive on it for the benefit for our employees and community and are committed to celebrating diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Narrabri Shire Council is committed to ensuring the health, safety and wellbeing of all people within our workplace. Please note that the successful applicant will be required to be fully vaccinated with an approved COVID-19 vaccine before commencing employment with Narrabri Shire Council or provide evidence of an authorised medical contraindication.
