IT Officer - Projects

Mid--western-Regional-Counci; Mudgee; On-site; AUD 93,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work/Life Balance with flexible option

Long Service Leave after 5 years

4 weeks annual leave, 2 weeks sick, 1w

Health and Wellbeing Program

Fitness Passport

EAP access 24/7

Professional Learning and Development

Job summary

Mid-Western Regional Council in Mudgee, NSW is seeking an IT Officer - Projects to provide technical support across IT projects and initiatives. You will work with Project Managers and stakeholders to deliver solutions within scope, budget and timeframes, and contribute as a project team member across corporate applications and technology initiatives.

The role suits an experienced IT professional who enjoys combining technical problem-solving with project delivery, working collaboratively across

Qualifications

• Diploma in Information Technology or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum three years’ experience in a similar technical role, with demonstrated project management or project coordination skills.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to explain technical information to non-technical staff.
• Attention to detail, accurate documentation and prioritisation.

Responsibilities

• Provide IT technical support and advice to Project Managers in the delivery of Council projects.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure Council projects are developed to align with objectives and IT Strategy.
• Facilitate effective communication and liaison with project stakeholders including staff, Management, Council, User Groups and external stakeholders.
• Liaise with Council contractors and suppliers and ensure procurement policies are followed.
• Undertaking other duties and training as required and in accordance with Council policies and procedures.
• Ensure health, safety and wellbeing of employees and visitors.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Documentation

Customer service

Education

Diploma in Information Technology

Job description

Location: Mudgee

Department: IT

Employment type: Full-Time

Work Arrangement: On-site

IT Officer - Projects

As the IT Officer - Projects, the incumbent will provide technical support and advice across Council’s IT projects and initiatives, working closely with Project Managers and key stakeholders to help deliver solutions within agreed scope, budget and timeframes. You’ll contribute as a project team member across corporate application and technology projects, coordinate with internal teams, contractors and suppliers, and support activities including technical implementation, documentation, training and stakeholder communication.

The role would suit an experienced IT professional who enjoys combining technical problem-solving with project delivery and working collaboratively with people across the organisation.

A day in the life

• Contribute to key Council IT projects - provide technical expertise across corporate applications and technology initiatives,
• Work across technology and project delivery - collaborate with Project Managers, stakeholders, vendors and internal teams.
• Grow your IT project experience - build capability across implementation, documentation, training and stakeholder engagement.

Benefits at Council:

• Work/Life Balance with flexible working options available including an RDO every 4 weeks
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• 4 weeks annual leave, 2 weeks sick leave and 1 week of MyLeave
• Health and Wellbeing Program
• Fitness Passport
• 24/7 Access to the EAP
• Professional Learning and Development opportunities
• Based in the award-winning town of Mudgee, NSW

Key Accountabilities

• Provide IT technical support and advice to Project Managers in the delivery of Council projects.
• Work collaboratively with Project Managers to ensure Council projects are developed to align with agreed objectives and requirements, and align with Councils IT Strategy.
• Facilitate effective communication and liaison processes with project stakeholders including internal staff, Management, Council, User Groups and other external project stakeholders.
• Liaise and engage with Council contractors and suppliers and ensure that Council Procurement policies and procedures are followed.
• Undertaking of other duties and training as required (including training and documentation) and in accordance with Council's policies and procedures.
• To ensure that the work for which they are responsible is carried out in ways which safeguard the health, safety and wellbeing of employees and visitors under their area of responsibility, including contractors.
• To actively promote and demonstrate the core values and behavioural requirements of the Workplace Environment Statement.

To be successful in this role:

• Diploma in Information Technology or equivalent qualification
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in a similar technical role, including demonstrated projectmanagement or project coordination skills
• Well-developed interpersonal skills, communication and customer service skills, including the abilityto explain technical information clearly to non-technical staff.
• Demonstrated ability to work with attention to detail, maintain accurate documentation and managecompeting priorities.
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety responsibilities and a commitment to attending relevant WHS training.
• Current Class C Driver’s Licence.

Please note - you must address the selection criteria contained inthe online questionnaire for your application to be considered.

Salary and Benefits

The salary range being offered for this full-time position is $3,561.40 - $4,008.40 gross per fortnight plus superannuation which equates to an annual salary of $92,596.40 - $104,218.40 gross plus superannuation (dependent on skills, qualifications and experience).