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Salary Range: $76,825.20 - $83,317.08 pro-rata per annum.
Position Type: Full Time Temporary until July 2027
Location: Council Chambers, 119 – 145 Spence Street, Cairns
Application Close Date: Thursday, 11 December 2025 at 11.30pm AEST
Are you an organised, detail-driven professional who enjoys helping teams deliver successful projects?
We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Support Officer to join our team
What You Will Do
As a Project Support Officer, you will play a key role in the successful delivery of Council's capital works program. You will work closely with designers, project managers, engineers, and the Coordinator Program Management to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, transparently, and in line with Council's procurement and project management frameworks.
This position is ideal for someone with strong organisational skills, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for helping teams deliver great outcomes for the community. Your work will directly support the governance, compliance, and smooth operation of the Project Management Office.
What We Are Looking For
* Experience with 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.
* Good communication and interpersonal skills necessary to be a contributing team member.
Some benefits we offer:
* Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements
* Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)
* Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave
* Up to 3 weeks personal leave
* 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
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:
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Website: Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council
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