Position Title: Project Manager / Project Manager - Consultation (EL1)
Location: Newcastle (base office)
Contract: 12 months | Daily Rate: $602.55 + super
Start Date: ASAP
Work Arrangement: Hybrid / WFH options available
Citizenship: Mandatory
Closing Date: 3rd October 2025
Resumes To: [email protected]

Role Purpose

The EL1 Project Manager / Project Manager - Consultation is accountable under broad direction to undertake complex projects that deliver high-quality outcomes in a dynamic government environment. The role involves managing multiple tasks, coordinating teams, and ensuring strategic and operational objectives are met. The Project Manager - Consultation will also lead consultation activities and stakeholder engagement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Project Manager (EL1):

Lead complex projects, ensuring deliverables, milestones, budgets, and risks are effectively managed.

Develop and implement project plans, schedules, and governance arrangements.

Prepare high-quality business cases, briefs, reports, and executive documentation.

Engage and communicate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver project outcomes.

Apply critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills in fast-paced settings.

Project Manager - Consultation (EL1):

Develop and deliver consultation plans for workforce changes, including reporting on key milestones and risks.

Lead consultation activities, engaging internal and external stakeholders and unions as required.

Contribute to project design, governance, and operational integration.

Ensure project deliverables meet client needs and organizational objectives.

Apply research, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in a government context.

Essential Criteria (both roles)

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Critical thinking, research, and problem-solving ability.

Experience preparing complex briefs, presentations, and reports.

Ability to work in dynamic environments with competing priorities.

Previous leadership experience. Senior project coordinators or BAs transitioning to PM roles are encouraged to apply.

Desirable Criteria

Experience in government departments, agencies, or public sector.

Understanding of disability, health, allied health, or related sectors.

Working Conditions

Base office: Newcastle with hybrid/WFH options.

Open office and hot desk environment.

Computer/screen-based work, telephone, and document preparation.

Exposure to general workplace noise; flexibility to work from home as needed.