Project Officer (Controls)

Department of Transport and Main Roads; Cairns Regional; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Five weeks annual leave

Training & development

Flexible work options

Superannuation 12.75%

Leave loading

Salary packaging

Wellbeing program

Parental leave

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The Department of Transport and Main Roads in Queensland is seeking a Project Officer (Controls) to support the North Queensland Region, based in Cairns or Townsville. You will provide administrative, financial and procurement support to program and project managers delivering QTRIP.

This permanent, full-time role offers flexible working arrangements, ongoing training and generous leave entitlements, including five weeks of annual leave and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Experience providing financial, procurement and contract support.
• Ability to maintain project and contract information in project systems.
• Knowledge of Australian government procurement and financial policies.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and apply financial policies for project delivery.
• Prepare journals, invoices, requisitions and purchase orders.
• Apply procurement practices for road infrastructure goods and services.
• Coordinate contract documentation for QTRIP projects.
• Maintain project/contract data in SAP, 3PCM, Primavera and Excel.
• Produce program and contract performance reports.

Skills

Financial admin

Procurement

Contract support

SAP/Primavera

Data maintenance

Tools

SAP

3PCM

Primavera

Excel

Job description

An exciting permanent opportunity is available for a Project Officer (Controls) to join the North Queensland Region, based in either Cairns or Townsville. In this role, you will provide administrative and financial support to program and project managers to assist with the successful delivery of the Queensland Transport and Road Investment Program (QTRIP). As Project Officer (Controls), you will provide administrative, financial, procurement and contract support to program and project managers delivering the Queensland Transport and Road Investment Program (QTRIP) across North Queensland Region.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Interpret and apply financial policies and procedures, providing advice and best practice solutions to support project delivery.
• Prepare financial documents including journals, goods receipts, invoices, requisitions and purchase orders.
• Apply contemporary procurement practices for the purchase of goods and services for road infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate and administer contract documentation relating to QTRIP and road infrastructure projects.
• Maintain project, program and contract information in SAP, 3PCM, Primavera and Microsoft Excel, ensuring departmental records are managed in line with standards and guidelines.
• Undertake reporting on programs, projects and contracts to support accurate tracking, financial oversight and early identification of deviations.

Mandatory Qualifications And Conditions

• Current holder of a Class C driver licence.
• Must be eligible to work in Australia.
• Pre-employment check of serious discipline history for the recommended candidate(s) as a condition of employment.
• Due to this role having access to sensitive data, a criminal history check will be undertaken prior to appointment to the role.

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration, including generous superannuation and leave provisions.
• Five weeks of annual leave plus an additional leave day each year, with access to Volunteer and Community Service Leave.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements, such as working from home, part-time hours, and flexible start/finish times (subject to approval).
• Employer superannuation contributions up to 12.75%.
• Annual leave loading.
• Salary packaging arrangements.
• Wellbeing initiatives, including an Employee Assistance Program.
• Generous parental leave entitlements.
• Relocation assistance.

Diversity And Inclusion

At Transport and Main Roads, we foster a workplace culture built on respect, dignity, and fairness. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and lived experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, culturally diverse individuals, and women.

If you require additional support or adjustments, such as interpreting services, assistive technologies, or specific physical accommodations, please let us know to ensure you can showcase your abilities during the recruitment process.

Additional Information

Applications to remain current for 12 months after the closing date of the initial vacancy.

Job Ad Reference:

QLD/700382/26 Closing Date: Tuesday, 22 September 2026

Occupational group

Accounting and Finance