Commercial and Project Services - Project Management Office | Administration / Support / Service
Fixed Term (Secondment) Full Time opportunity available (Up to January 2026, 9 day fortnight)
Certificate IV in Business or similar competency and / or minimum 3 years relevant experience
LGO 3 ( $71,806 - $77,515 per annum + superannuation) based on skills, qualifications and experience
Why Choose Us
Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia. We are committed to creating value by growing Townsville through driving economic diversity and generating an enriching lifestyle.
Our organisation provides and maintains close to $9 billion worth of community assets including water and wastewater network and treatment plants, bridges, drainage, roads, waste management, community facilities, sporting venues and more.
We contribute to an active lifestyle for our residents and visitors through events, providing recreational facilities, protecting the natural environment and heritage, while creating a mentally and physically healthy city.
Council’s vision is for Townsville to be a connected, lifestyle driven and innovation focused city while continuing to deliver service excellence and to be led by our community to create an exciting today and future.
Our Vision :
A globally connected community driven by lifestyle and nature. Our Purpose :
Grow Townsville Our Values :
Safety, Excellence, Respect, Value, Enjoyment About the Role This position plays a key role in providing direct administrative support for the Project Management Office (PMO) section and will provide excellent customer service to a wide-ranging customer base including external and internal customers, government departments, council leadership, Mayor, and Council. The role will deliver service requests, work orders, record keeping, correspondence, analysis and reporting, scheduling, and procurement activities. About You Our ideal candidate will have : Certificate IV in Business or similar competency and / or minimum 3 years relevant experience. Well-developed excellent customer service and communication skills including the ability to educate and influence. Demonstrated proficiency in Council’s financial and administration systems. Demonstrated ability to provide high quality, relevant and timely administrative, secretariat, reporting and financial support to a multi-disciplinary team across different work locations. Ability to work independently along with the ability to prioritise and manage time effectively. Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing work environments while demonstrating a positive attitude. How to Apply Your application can be submitted through the 'Apply' button. Please include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achieve success in this role. We also will require your resume and attached copies of any licences and qualifications as per the key requirements of the role. Closing Date :
11.45pm, Tuesday 28 January 2025 What We Offer 17.5% annual leave loading Up to 5 weeks annual leave Up to 3 weeks Personal / Carers Leave 14 weeks paid Parental Leave Domestic and Family Violence Leave 13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members Salary Sacrifice opportunities Learning and Development opportunities Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected gym, pool, and yoga facilities Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses Employee Assistance Program We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply! All successful candidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process. Please be aware Townsville City Council has a ‘zero tolerance’ policy to drugs and alcohol in the workplace. If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact or phone for a confidential discussion.
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A globally connected community driven by lifestyle and nature. Our Purpose :
Grow Townsville Our Values :
Safety, Excellence, Respect, Value, Enjoyment About the Role This position plays a key role in providing direct administrative support for the Project Management Office (PMO) section and will provide excellent customer service to a wide-ranging customer base including external and internal customers, government departments, council leadership, Mayor, and Council. The role will deliver service requests, work orders, record keeping, correspondence, analysis and reporting, scheduling, and procurement activities. About You Our ideal candidate will have : Certificate IV in Business or similar competency and / or minimum 3 years relevant experience. Well-developed excellent customer service and communication skills including the ability to educate and influence. Demonstrated proficiency in Council’s financial and administration systems. Demonstrated ability to provide high quality, relevant and timely administrative, secretariat, reporting and financial support to a multi-disciplinary team across different work locations. Ability to work independently along with the ability to prioritise and manage time effectively. Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing work environments while demonstrating a positive attitude. How to Apply Your application can be submitted through the 'Apply' button. Please include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achieve success in this role. We also will require your resume and attached copies of any licences and qualifications as per the key requirements of the role. Closing Date :
11.45pm, Tuesday 28 January 2025 What We Offer 17.5% annual leave loading Up to 5 weeks annual leave Up to 3 weeks Personal / Carers Leave 14 weeks paid Parental Leave Domestic and Family Violence Leave 13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members Salary Sacrifice opportunities Learning and Development opportunities Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected gym, pool, and yoga facilities Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses Employee Assistance Program We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply! All successful candidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process. Please be aware Townsville City Council has a ‘zero tolerance’ policy to drugs and alcohol in the workplace. If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact or phone for a confidential discussion.
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