Project Control Officer (Disaster Recovery)

Gladstone Regional Council; Calliope; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Gladstone Regional Council is seeking a maximum term full-time Project Control Officer (Disaster Recovery) to support the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA) program. The role focuses on specialist project coordination, financial tracking, and compliance to deliver funded recovery initiatives within the region.

You will monitor project progress, ensure eligibility and documentation standards are met, contribute to financial submissions, and liaise with internal and external

Qualifications

• Demonstrated transferable experience with project management systems and controls, in a project or maintenance environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist project coordination, financial tracking, and compliance support for DRFA program.
• Monitor project progress and ensure funding eligibility and documentation standards.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to maintain QRA compliance and accurate reporting.

Skills

Project management

Control & reporting

Stakeholder communication

Teamwork & independence

MS Office proficiency

Queensland driving

Job description

Project Control Officer (Disaster Recovery)

Gladstone offers dynamic career opportunities across diverse industries, catering to a range of skills and ambitions. Whether you're advancing your career or seeking work-life balance, Gladstone's industrial strength, innovative energy projects, and bustling service sectors make it a fantastic place to work and live.

Discover a fulfilling career at Gladstone Regional Council, where your dedication to community service merges with our commitment to improving residents’ lives. Every role contributes to the livelihood of those who call Gladstone home.

We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the entire community we serve. At Gladstone Regional Council, we embrace diversity in our collective pursuit of inclusion. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone, regardless of gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity, or background, can thrive. As a child safe organisation, Gladstone Regional Council are committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of all children and young people. Inclusion is at the heart of our culture.

Join our supportive and collaborative culture where your well-being comes first. We’re committed to nurturing your holistic wellness through health programs and events, our culture journey and flexible working options.

We partnerwith our people to understand their needs and provide the tools that develop skills, knowledge and healthy culture. Our people are valued for the part they play in delivering for the Gladstone Region. We are proud of who we are and what we do. We are #ProudlyGRC!

Project Control Officer (Disaster Recovery)

Council is seeking to appoint a maximum term full time Project Control Officer (Disaster Recovery) to contribute to Council’s success. This position is a maximum term funded opportunity with a projected end date of September 2028.

• Opportunity to be part of the process to set the benchmark on how disaster recovery is managed within the region
• Better Balance, Better Benefits with GRC

About the Role

The purpose of this position is to provide specialist project coordination, financial tracking, and compliance support to ensure the effective delivery of Council’s Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA) program.The role is responsible for monitoring project progress, ensuring adherence to funding eligibility and documentation standards, provide input to financial submissions, and liaising with internal and external stakeholders to maintain compliance with Queensland Reconstruction Authority (QRA) requirements.

This position plays a key role in ensuring the integrity, transparency, and accuracy of Council’s disaster recovery project reporting, while supporting continuous improvement of related processes and systems.

You will bring:

• Demonstrated transferable experience with project management systems and controls, in a project or maintenance environment.
• Skills and experience in control, process and reporting of projects.
• Strong communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Proficient keyboard skills and experience using Microsoft Office Suite and operating corporate business systems.
• Legally able to drive a motor vehicle in Queensland.

Eligibility & Pre-employment Checks

To be eligible for this position, the candidate must have applicable working rights.

Depending on the role requirements, you may need to complete various checks and assessments as part of the recruitment process. This could include reference checks, pre-employment medicals (including drug and alcohol testing), vaccinations, visa checks, licence verifications and psychometric testing. We welcome you to disclose any reasonable adjustments that may be required throughout the recruitment process.

For questions related to the role or recruitment process, please call Council on (07) 4970 0*** or email the Talent Acquisition Team at **********@gladstone.qld.gov.au.