Project Support Officer

Department of Transport and Main Roads QLD; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer superannuation up to 12.75%

5 weeks annual leave

Ongoing learning and development

Flexible work options

Employee Assistance Program

Salary packaging options

Job summary

Department of Transport and Main Roads QLD – Cairns is seeking a Project Support Officer to assist the procurement team in preparing, managing, and coordinating procurement and contract documentation for the QTRIP program. You will work with project managers, contractors and internal stakeholders to ensure compliant, on-time delivery of transport infrastructure across North Queensland.

The role focuses on coordinating procurement, supporting contract documentation, engaging contractors and

Qualifications

• Demonstrated understanding of governance principles, legislation and policy frameworks.
• Ability to work independently and proactively to deliver results.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and effective communication skills.
• Proven time management, organisation and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate procurement activities across contract types to support project delivery.
• Assist in preparation and management of procurement and contract documentation.
• Support timely engagement of contractors and suppliers per project requirements.
• Promote governance and compliance with legislation, policy and organisational requirements.
• Reinforce internal control processes and contribute to risk management.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning and project delivery outcomes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to share knowledge and strengthen business processes.

Skills

Governance & compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Independence & proactivity

Time management

Job description

Department of Transport and Main Roads QLD – Cairns QLD

Are you an organised and proactive professional looking to build your career in procurement and project support? Join the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) and contribute to the successful delivery of vital transport infrastructure projects across North Queensland.

As a Project Support Officer, you will play an important role in supporting the procurement team to prepare, manage, and coordinate procurement and contract documentation for the Queensland Transport and Roads Investment Program (QTRIP). Working closely with project managers, contractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders, you will help ensure procurement activities are delivered efficiently, compliantly and on time to support key infrastructure outcomes for Queensland communities.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Coordinate procurement activities across a variety of contract types to support successful project delivery.
• Assist in the preparation and management of procurement and contract documentation.
• Support the timely engagement of contractors and suppliers in line with project requirements.
• Promote sound governance practices and compliance with legislative, policy and organisational requirements.
• Reinforce internal control processes and contribute to effective risk management.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance business planning and project delivery outcomes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to share knowledge, build relationships and strengthen business processes and practices.

Mandatory requirements:

• A current Class ‘C' Drivers Licence.
• Pre-employment checks, including a criminal history screening and declaration of serious discipline history are required to be completed.
• Must be eligible to work in Australia.

To succeed in this role, you must have:

• Demonstrated understanding of governance principles, legislative requirements and policy frameworks.
• Ability to work independently, showing initiative, proactivity, and a focus on results.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to build collaborative relationships.
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality outcomes through effective time management, organisation, and attention to detail.

Additional benefits include:

• Up to 12.75% employer superannuation.
• 5 weeks annual leave plus leave loading.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Flexible work options.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Salary packaging options.

For further information about this position, please refer to the role description.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.