Project Officer

• Work with an organisation that values your contribution

• Work with an organisation that values a positive workplace culture

• Set your mark with a new forming team

• Permanent full time role

Salary

$82,534 to $92,425 per annum (based on 70 hours per fortnight), plus superannuation and a 9 day fortnight. Appointed salary in this range will be based on skills, qualifications and experience

About us

At Hornsby Shire Council, we offer more than just a job. We are a community where everyone

plays a vital role in creating a positive culture while delivering meaningful work with a real impact.

We are inclusive and flexible and champion your professional growth. Join us in building our

Shire for the future and be part of a team that values your individuality and empowers you to

contribute to something greater.

Find out more about working at Hornsby Shire Council

About the role

The Project Officer is responsible for surveillance, overseeing and reporting of the work

performed by contractors to ensure projects are delivered to specified quality, cost, schedule

and specifications. The position has an important role to develop confidence of the Council’s

ability to successfully achieve intended project deliverables and outcomes.

The position will work closely with key stakeholders, including across Council Directorates,

business partners, consultants, contractors and the community to develop effective

relationships that support an efficient delivery of the Council’s project commitments.

Position requirements

• Tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Engineering or Project Management, or

equivalent experience.

• Current Class C Driver’s Licence

• Current General Construction Induction Training Card (or willing to obtain)

• Current First Aid Certificate (or willing to obtain)

About you

You will have:

• demonstrated experience relevant to the role including experience working as Construction

supervisor or similar in large scale civil infrastructure projects

• sound understanding of technical drawings, construction methods, standards, statutory

requirements of various acts and regulations (e.g WHS) and how they are applied

• highly developed communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills with the ability to

resolve conflict and negotiate satisfactory outcomes within the context of project

management and site supervision

• basic knowledge and experience in the use of Microsoft Office programs such as Word and

Excel

Benefits of working with us

We offer more than just a job; we understand the importance of a work-life balance and are proud to offer a range of benefits.

These include:

• 9-day fortnight for full time permanent and temporary fixed term employees
• Flexible working opportunities, including hybrid work arrangements.
• Part time and job share work opportunities
• My Rewards – employee recognition scheme
• Employee Health and Wellbeing Program My Wellbeing Matters, including:
  • My mind matters, my body matters and my connection matters
  • Flu shots
  • My Voice Matters – Employee Engagement Surveys
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program
• Motor Vehicle Novated Leasing
• Generous Leave Provisions
• Long Service Leave after 5 years, transferable between Councils
• Up to 22 weeks Parental Leave
• Health and Wellbeing Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities
  • Apprenticeships and Traineeships
  • Study assistance – financial and study leave provisions
  • Training
  • Opportunity for secondment and higher duties
• Social Club
• Long Service Awards

For more information and to apply

For further information please contact Anjanee Beechani, Manager Infrastructure Delivery, on 02 9847 6354.

To apply please visit our website