The City is entering a new and exciting chapter. With a refreshed organisational structure aligned to the Council Plan 2025–2035, we are expanding our team and creating new opportunities for people who want to be part of something purposeful and forward-looking.

This is more than just a job opportunity — it’s a chance to contribute to the future of our organisation and our community. If you are motivated by meaningful work, collaboration and the opportunity to help shape better outcomes, this is a great time to come on board.

Are you an organised and proactive project professional with a passion for delivering infrastructure projects that make a real impact in the community? We are seeking an Operations Projects Officer to manage and coordinate capital works and infrastructure renewal projects from planning through to delivery. Working closely with internal stakeholders, consultants and contractors, you'll play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with contemporary project management practices.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead and coordinate capital works and infrastructure renewal projects from inception through to completion.
• Manage project administration, including investigations, feasibility studies, procurement processes, tendering and contract management.
• Monitor project budgets, financial reporting, progress updates and project acquittals to ensure successful delivery outcomes.
• Build strong relationships with consultants, contractors, Council teams, community groups and other key stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development of project management processes, policies and long-term infrastructure planning initiatives.

What We're Looking For

• Experience in project administration, project management or engineering environments, ideally within infrastructure, civil works or local government.
• Demonstrated knowledge of project delivery, procurement, tendering and contract administration practices.
• Strong financial management skills with experience monitoring project budgets, forecasting and reporting.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple priorities and build effective working relationships.
• Diploma in Project Management (or equivalent experience), with relevant tertiary qualifications desirable and a current C Class Driver's Licence required.

Why Join Us?

• 6 weeks annual leave and 13% superannuation
• Allowances of up to $25,103 per annum
• Enjoy your own Free individual membership to our recreation centres and pool facilities, and access $500 of Salary Sacrifice arrangements that can be used for specific programmes or family memberships
• Up to $3,000 per year for approved study relevant to your role
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential wellbeing support
• Opportunities for professional development and to make a meaningful impact in the community
• Enjoy a rewarding role where your work delivers visible outcomes for the community.

For enquiries about this position, please contact our People & Culture team on (08) •••• •543