Project Officer - Dalby/Chinchilla/Miles/Wandoan/Tara, Queensland

About Council

A region the size of Tasmania, just 2.5 hours west of Brisbane and an easy drive from the Sunshine and Gold Coasts, the Western Downs has a growing population of over 34,000 people.

The region’s diverse economy, vibrant active communities and the extensive infrastructure and multi-billion dollar energy investments are ensuring that the Western Downs continues to go from strength-to-strength.

Western Downs Regional Council is one of only a handful of Council’s in the state of Queensland to be debt-free.

Council is very proud of this immense achievement which it had been working towards since 2015, proving itself to be one of the most financially prudent Councils in Queensland.

About the Role

Council is seeking an experienced Project Officer who will be responsible for implementing, coordinating and supporting various projects.

Reporting to the Economic Development Manager, you will:

• manage multiple projects involving various internal and external stakeholders;
• contribute to issue resolution and escalation, research and analysis activities;
• develop and implement project plans, policies and solutions;
• contribute to the development of best practice in business systems by monitoring and reviewing work practices and making recommendations which will lead to continuous improvement; and
• provide excellent customer service by effectively communicating, negotiating, advising and working collaboratively with others to reach decisions.

About you

The successful applicant will have:

• experience in identifying and implementing business and process improvements;
• demonstrated ability working in a diverse environment, under limited supervision;
• previous experience managing multiple demands whilst still delivering to strict deadlines;
• experience in the use of project management systems; and
• proven ability in producing solutions to problems and resolving issues using analytical reasoning and experience.

What we offer:

• Access to Corporate Health Plan
• Locality allowance
• Job security in a local government position

If you enjoy working both autonomously as well as collaboratively with employees and have a passion for assisting in the delivery of high quality projects, this role is for you.  TOGETHER WE MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE.

For a full position description copy and paste the below URL into a browser.

https://www.wdrc.qld.gov.au/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Project-Officer-1388-1.pdf 

Application via Seek 'Apply Now.'

Applications close by 5.00pm, Thursday 28 November 2019.

Additional Information

The recruitment process may include candidates completing a pre-employment health declaration and you may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing.

Applicants for this position agree to WDRC conducting an independent employment check with your current (or most recent) employer prior to your formal appointment to the advertised position.

WDRC reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date, or extend the closing date, without prior notice.