HOBAN Recruitment is seeking experienced and motivated APS5 and APS6 level Project Officers to join a energetic government agency team based in Newcastle, NSW.
These roles offer the opportunity to contribute to national workforce initiatives and strategic projects that support the development of a world-leading disability support system.
You'll be working in a team-oriented environment, supporting or leading project planning, stakeholder engagement, and strategic consultation activities.
The APS5 role focuses on consultation and coordination, while the APS6 role involves more complex project leadership and strategic planning responsibilities.
Perks
- Competitive pay rates of $55.24 per hour for APS 5 level and $60.26 per hour at APS 6 level.
This rate, includes casual loading, providing you with financial stability and recognition for your expertise.
- 12% superannuation to secure your future and support your retirement planning.
- ASAP start date, allowing you to embark on this exciting prospect without delay.
- Full-time position, offering 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, enabling a healthy work-life balance and time.
- Flexible working arrangements, including occasional work from home
- Opportunity to contribute to meaningful national initiatives
About You
APS5 Project Officer - Consultation
- Strong organisational and coordination skills
- Experience supporting stakeholder engagement and consultation activities
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Comfortable working under direction in a fast-paced environment
APS6 Project Officer - Strategy Team
- Proven experience in project planning and delivery
- Ability to lead and manage complex work with limited supervision
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience in stakeholder engagement and strategic communication
- Background in government or public sector highly desirable
Please note you do need to be an AUSTRALIAN CITIZEN for these Federal Government role.
Positions close for submissions at COB on THURSDAY 2nd October 2025.
At HOBAN we encourage applications from people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people of all genders, LGBTI people, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
We provide reasonable adjustments; including alternate formats to the recruitment process for individuals with disability.
If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, please email our Adjustments Coordinator at or visit for additional contact details.
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📌 APS 5 and APS 6 Project Officers
🏢 Hoban
📍 Newcastle