Project Support Officer - AO3 - Government

APG Workforce; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

APG Workforce is seeking an experienced Project Support Officer to join a Queensland Government department in Nerang, QLD. This role provides high-level administrative and project support to project managers involved in road infrastructure projects across the region.

You will coordinate documentation, support procurement processes, maintain accurate records and assist in day-to-day project activities. The position is a 12-month contract with ASAP start, offering an hourly rate of $55.00.

Qualifications

• Strong Microsoft Office 365 skills, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of procurement processes within infrastructure environments is advantageous.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to Project Managers and project teams.
• Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, take minutes and distribute correspondence.
• Prepare reports, presentations, spreadsheets and project registers.
• Assist with procurement activities, tender documentation and contract administration.
• Support financial approval processes and maintain accurate project records.
• Track project documentation, approvals and deadlines to ensure timely completion.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to support project delivery.
• Ensure administrative processes comply with departmental policies, WHS requirements and governance procedures.

Skills

MS Office 365

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Procurement

Documentation management

Job description

Project Support Officer - AO3 - Government

Project Support Officer – AO3 | Nerang, QLD

APG Workforce is currently seeking an experienced Project Support Officer to join a Queensland Government department based in Nerang.

This is an excellent opportunity to provide administrative and project support to a team delivering important road infrastructure projects across the region.

What's on Offer

• $55.00 per hour
• Location: Nerang, Gold Coast
• 12-month contract with potential for extension
• ASAP start

About the Role

As a Project Support Officer, you will provide high-level administrative and project support to Project Managers and team members within the road infrastructure sector.
You will play an important role in ensuring projects are delivered efficiently by coordinating documentation, assisting with procurement processes, maintaining accurate records and supporting day-to-day project activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to Project Managers and project teams.
• Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, take minutes and distribute correspondence.
• Prepare reports, presentations, spreadsheets and project registers.
• Assist with procurement activities, tender documentation and contract administration.
• Support financial approval processes and maintain accurate project records.
• Track project documentation, approvals and deadlines to ensure timely completion.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to support project delivery.
• Ensure administrative processes comply with departmental policies, WHS requirements and governance procedures.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Previous experience in administration or project support, ideally within infrastructure, construction, engineering or government environments.
• Strong Microsoft Office 365 skills, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, with experience in procurement or finance within an infrastructure environment highly regarded.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience maintaining project documentation, spreadsheets and registers.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a project team.
• High attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Mandatory Requirements

• Current Class C Driver's Licence.
• Ability to successfully complete pre-employment screening, including a criminal history check if required.

APG Workforce is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds.