Project Support Officer (Full Time Temporary until May 2026)

Requisition Number: 856

Salary Range: $73,207.22 - $78,220.08 pro-rata per annum

Position Type: Full Time Temporary until May 2026

Location: Council Chambers, 119 – 145 Spence Street, Cairns

Application Close Date: Sunday, 26 October 2025 at 11.30pm AEST

Are you a highly organised, detail-oriented professional with a passion for supporting meaningful projects that improve local communities?

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and detail-focused Project Support Officer to join our team!

What You Will Do:

As a Project Support Officer, you will assist in the successful delivery of capital works projects by providing administrative and project support to designers, project managers, and engineers. You will also help ensure the branch operates efficiently and in compliance with Council’s procurement, contract management, and project reporting policies.

What We Are Looking For:

Experience in computer-based systems particularly in relation to purchasing functions and project management systems.

Intermediate knowledge and experience with MS WORD and the ability to format large complex documents.

Experience in infrastructure project administration, procurement and contract administration in a medium to large multi-disciplined organisation.

Good communication, negotiation, planning and time management skills.

Demonstrated knowledge of procurement and contractual practices, processes standards and legislation and recognition of how they relate to working within a Government environment.

This is your chance to work in a supportive, collaborative environment where your contributions directly impact community infrastructure and service delivery.

Some benefits we offer:

Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements

Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)

Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities

Salary sacrifice opportunities

We are committed to:

Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment

Embracing innovation and continuous improvement

Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support

Now we want to hear about YOU!

Applications MUST be submitted online through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and if requested include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.

For further information about this role please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection Criteria.

Council’s Recruitment Team can be contacted via:

Phone: (07) 4044 3310

Email: [email protected]

Website: Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council