Projects and Contracts Coordinator
Play a key role in delivering Council's operational and infrastructure projects as the Projects and Contracts Coordinator. This role sits at the centre of project delivery—providing governance, financial oversight, and contract management support to ensure projects are well planned, well governed, and delivered on time and budget. You'll work closely with leaders and stakeholders across a diverse project portfolio in a values‑driven, safety‑focused local government organisation.
This role offers variety, responsibility and the opportunity to provide assurance, financial oversight and contract management support across operational and capital works programs—making a real impact for the community.
If you enjoy bringing structure, governance and clarity to complex projects, this role offers the chance to influence outcomes, work closely with senior leaders, and ensure projects are delivered responsibly and sustainably for the community—within a supportive and professional council environment.
About You
You are an organised and detail‑driven professional with experience in project and contract administration. You bring strong financial, reporting and coordination skills, enjoy working collaboratively with stakeholders, and value good governance, accountability and safe, ethical work practices.
Benefits Of Working At Council Include
At Cabonne Council we recognise our current and future employees want to work in an organisation that provides more than just a job. We understand meaningful work, the opportunity to develop professionally and personally, and the ability to balance life's priorities are important. We offer our employees a flexible, welcoming, inclusive and safe work environment, along with a variety of attractive benefits.
Our Lifestyle Friendly Benefits Include
A nine-day fortnightVehicle allowanceDedicated training and professional development budgetsA leadership development programStaff Wellness ProgramOpportunity to extend leave by taking leave at half payFlexibility to meet the operational requirements of Council, while accommodating the needs of our employeesParental leave for primary and secondary carersFitness Passport - unlimited use at participating businessesLong service leave available at 5 years' serviceSalary packaging options, and many more
How To Apply
Before you apply for this position, please read the position description carefully to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position.
You will be required to answer a few questions that relate to the criteria on the online application and provide a copy of your current Resume and essential qualifications for the position.
Council will only accept applications submitted online.
Cabonne Council operates a merit-based recruitment process.
Interview Process
Applications will be shortlisted as they are received. You will be contacted by phone if you have been selected for interview. If you have not been selected for interview you will be advised by email.
Pre-Employment Screening
In The Event You Are Shortlisted For An Interview, And Are Then Selected To Progress To The Next Stage Following Interview, You Must Be Prepared To Undergo The Following Pre-employment Screening Processes As Part Of The Selection Process
A pre-employment physical examination (at Council's expense).Reference checking - an external company will be used to complete reference checks for preferred any other applicable screening that may be relevant to the role.Checking validity of certificates and qualifications.
Other Important Details
For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Council's Deputy General Manager, Matthew Christensen, on .