Project Officer – Ongoing Contract
Why Work With Us - Rural City of Murray Bridge
Join one of South Australia's fastest-growing council areas and take the next step in your career with the Rural City of Murray Bridge. Here you'll grow professionally in a supportive, friendly and collaborative workplace that values your contribution and invests in your success.
We are a Growing, Thriving and Strong region with the vision and ambition to deliver great outcomes for our community. Our work is purposeful and people-focused, from shaping vibrant public spaces to delivering services that make a real difference. Located just 75 kilometres from Adelaide in the picturesque Murraylands, our rural city blends community charm with rapidly growing urban areas. The Murray River is at our heart, surrounded by scenic reserves, walking trails and attractions such as Monarto Safari Park and the award-winning Bridgeport Hotel. We're an easy commute from Adelaide and close to the Fleurieu Peninsula and Barossa Valley, offering something for everyone.
Murray Bridge is a significant growth area with strong employment prospects and exciting development ahead. Our revitalisation of public spaces has transformed the city and strengthened community pride, and we are committed to building on this momentum for the future.
The Rural City of Murray Bridge is seeking an experienced Project Officer to join our City Assets & Capital Delivery Team on an ongoing basis, to play a key role in delivery high-quality projects
Position Overview
The Project Officer is responsible for the end-to-end management and delivery of allocated capital, key, developer-funded & other projects/programs as required within the Infrastructure & Environment Portfolio.
The role ensures projects are delivered safely on time, within approved budgets and to required quality standards, exercising professional judgement within established policies, delegations and delivery frameworks. The position provides specialist project, contract and financial management expertise and works collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to achieve outcomes aligned with Council's Community Plan and Strategic Plan.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Unit Manager, Capital Delivery, responsibilities of this role include:
* Planning, managing and delivering allocated capital, key, developer funded & other projects/programs as required from initiation to completion, ensuring outcomes are achieved within approved scope, budget, quality and timeframes.
* Monitoring, controlling and reporting on project budgets, including forecasting, cost control, variations and financial performance, within approved budgets.
* Maintaining accurate, complete and auditable project documentation, records and systems in accordance with governance and reporting requirements.
* Building and maintaining effective working relationships with internal stakeholders, contractors, consultants, community representatives and government agencies to support project delivery.
* Providing guidance, technical support and mentoring to staff within area of expertise and contribute to a positive, collaborative workplace culture.
About You
To be successful in this role you will have:
* Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field or discipline (Project Management/Contract Management, Engineering) or equivalent experience, or significant demonstrable experience in capital project delivery.
* Experience managing financial, physical and technical resources within approved budgets and delegations.
* Ability to interpret and apply construction plans, specifications, and contract documentation.
* Ability to plan, schedule and coordinate multiple projects concurrently, including allocation of plant, equipment and labour (including external & internal resources).
* High-level oral and written communication skills, including reporting and preparing project documentation for internal and external audiences.
* Negotiation and problem-solving skills to achieve outcomes in complex or challenging situations.
What We Offer
* A progressive and rewarding environment with a supportive team.
* Recognition and appreciation for your proactive and people-centric approach.
* Growth and professional development opportunities.
* Workplace policies that are family friendly and flexible.
* 24/7 Income Protection.
* Regular health and skin cancer checks.
* Employee Assistance Program.
The position is offered as a full-time, ongoing contract at General Officer Level 6 in accordance with the South Australian Municipal Salaried Officers Award and Council's current Enterprise Agreement within an annual salary range of $108,411 to $115,775 dependent upon skills, knowledge and experience.
How to Apply
A detailed position description for this role can located at
If you have any questions regarding this opportunity, please contact the Manager, City Assets & Capital Delivery, David Collins by email or phone
All applications must be submitted by 5:00pm, Friday 6 March 2026 via SEEK and include a current resume with two referees, and a supporting cover letter of no more than 2 pages outlining your experience, skills and knowledge in accordance with the position description.
If you believe you are the right fit for this role, then we would love to hear from you