Project Officer

Government - Local (Government and Defence) Full time Department: Roads Reports to: Manager Roads Salary Range: 82,394 - 95,755 per annum + superannuation Do you have experience in managing contracts and projects in road construction and maintenance? Have a love for road infrastructure and doing work that directly benefits the community? We are looking for an experienced roads professional to join our team as Projects Officer RMCC. The Projects Officer RMCC is responsible for overseeing the effective management, implementation, and monitoring of the Road Maintenance Council Contract (RMCC). This includes ensuring compliance with all legislative and contractual requirements, maintaining quality standards, and supporting the delivery of maintenance and construction works on state roads. Along with a strong understanding of road maintenance and construction processes, including contract management and quality assurance, you will need to be highly organised with excellent attention to detail, be solutions-focused and quick to adapt. As Projects Officer RMCC you will provide essential project and planning support across key projects, liaising with Contractors and key stakeholders, so you will need excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. You will be involved in all aspects of various road construction and maintenance projects - preparing works proposals and scopes of work, monitoring projects, ensuring quality and safety compliance in line with contract requirements, delivering RMCC specific inductions and training, and being the key contact for the community in regard to RMCC projects. Please click here to view the position description. This position is located in Coolah. Situated on the picturesque Coolaburragundy River and nestled in a valley of the Liverpool Range, the town is surrounded by undulating hills and fertile river flats and is an attractive service town for the surrounding agricultural district. Only an hour south east of Coonabarabran, close to major centres, and with the nearby Coolah Tops National Park offering rugged natural beauty and adventure, Coolah delivers the best of country living. Selection criteria include: Demonstrated experience in contract management, specifically in road maintenance and construction projects Knowledge of Transport for NSW standards, specifications, and processes Proficiency in preparing and managing traffic and maintenance plans (TMP, TGS, ROL, SZA) Experience in quality assurance, WHS, and environmental compliance Strong project management skills, including developing scopes, budgets and timelines Proficiency in using asset management systems such as Reflect Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage subcontractors and ensure compliance with contractual requirements Class C driver’s licence – this is essential OHS Construction Induction Card (“whitecard”). It is a plus if you have tertiary qualification in civil engineering, project management or a related field, experience in local government or state government contracts and record management systems and practices. Benefits of working for Council Council are committed to creating a positive working environment and offer a range of benefits for staff, including Great leave opportunities Long service leave after 5 years 1 RDO every 4 weeks Paid parental and concurrent parental leave Carer’s leave 3 weeks sick leave per year including up to 2 days health and wellbeing leave each year Purchase additional leave or cash out leave Deferred leave scheme – e.g. work three years at 75% of your pay and have the following year off at 75% of your pay Support for training and professional development Formal training opportunities Access to thousands of free online training courses Weekly pay cycle Salary Packaging options to maximise your take-home pay Hybrid work and flexible hours by agreement and subject to role requirements Wellness – we want you to be at your best self so you and your immediate family members have access to our employee assistance program with TELUS Health One Free annual flu vaccinations and bi-annual skin cancer checks available PPE provided #J-18808-Ljbffr