A great lifestyle in a treasured environment, this is life at PSC!

The opportunity

As a newly created position within the structure, the Capital Works Section are seeking a Contracts & Project Administrator to provide high level support and administer the contractual and procurement systems, project processes and prepare project specific documentation for the Civil Projects and RMCC team.

Please Note: For the purpose of recruitment, the title of Contracts & Project Administrator has been used to reflect the equivalent industry title. Internally the official title of this position is Contract Support Officer.

This is a permanent opportunity – working full-time working 35 hours / week + access to a flexible working arrangement which includes the flexibility to design your own work patterns working 28-35 hours per week !

Base Salary Range: $73,236 - $86,086 pa based on 35 hours / week + 12% superannuation + $2,312 retention allowance

You will be working from PSC Administration Building, Raymond Terrace

Some of the key responsibilities within this role are listed below however you can view the full list here

Prepare and distribute documentation to support asset maintenance and construction activities.

Maintain and coordinate contracts, purchasing, and procurement with relevant stakeholders.

Track and monitor project costs to support delivery within budget.

We’re all about putting the right people, in the right role! Here’s what we’re looking for:

Tertiary qualification in a relevant field and/or vocational experience

Sound understanding of the project management principles and how they are applied in the civil construction environment

Developed computer skills, including a developed ability in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite, asset management databases and corporate systems, including Authority

This is life at PSC!

Work/Life balance with generous leave entitlements, flexible work options and leave in lieu

Long service leave when you’ve been with us for just over 5 years

Paid Parental Leave so you can spend more time with your new little human

Confidential support (including mental health) through our employee assistance program

Award winning health and wellbeing program PSCare, Workers Health Initiative with access to a broad range of gyms in the area, and discounted health insurance

Free parking on site and a convenient local shopping centre

Coffee and food to keep you sustained at our on-site café

And lots more…

Enough about us, we want to hear about you! So tell us about…

Why you want this role and how it aligns with your career goals?

Ready to Apply? Here’s what you need to know

Applications Close: Midnight, Sunday, 20 July 2025

Contact: Adam Smith – Civil Projects and RMCC Team Leader on 02 4988 0289

For information on our recruitment process, and what we look for in an application, please visit our Careers page on our website for ‘How to Apply’

To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Description and our organisation Values

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