Graduate Project Officer — Hybrid, 21h/wk

Careers at Council; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 91,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Generous leave benefits

Training & leadership development

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

The City of Canada Bay Council is seeking a Graduate Project Officer to support the delivery of its Capital Works Program in a part-time, 21-hour-per-week role. You will gain hands-on experience across capital works including playgrounds, sports field upgrades, building renewals and civil infrastructure.

You will work alongside experienced project professionals, developing skills in planning, procurement, stakeholder engagement and contract administration while contributing to community-focused

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction-related field ( Civil Engineering, Building and Construction ) and progress toward completion.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborative approach and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, coordination and delivery of the Capital Works Program.
• Support project managers to ensure delivery within scope, budget, quality and timeframes.
• Contribute to project initiation, procurement, stakeholder engagement and contract administration.
• Monitor progress, prepare reports and maintain project documentation.
• Liaise with contractors, consultants, stakeholders and internal teams.
• Assist with handover and closure to asset owners and operations.

Skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Collaborative approach

Willingness to learn

White Card (Construction Induction)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction related field

Job description

The City of Canada Bay Council is seeking a Graduate Project Officer to support the delivery of its Capital Works Program in a part-time, 21-hour-per-week role. You will gain hands-on experience across capital works including playgrounds, sports field upgrades, building renewals and civil infrastructure.

You will work alongside experienced project professionals, developing skills in planning, procurement, stakeholder engagement and contract administration while contributing to community-focused