The Project Support Officer

LGI Limited; City of Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Travel perks

PPE provided

Above‑award pay

Job summary

LGI Limited in Queensland is seeking a Project Support Officer to keep our projects on track from our Eagle Farm head office and at site locations. You will manage schedules, meetings, deadlines, and document control, acting as the central hub between Engineers, Manufacturing, and Delivery Manager.

The role suits a student in Project Management, Engineering, Construction or Business Management with strong follow‑through, IT literacy, and the ability to chase actions to completion.

Qualifications

• Pursuing qualifications in Project Management, Engineering, Construction or Business Management.
• Strong follow‑up skills and the ability to chase actions to completion.
• Comfortable collaborating with Engineers, Project Managers, Manufacturing teams and Suppliers.
• Excellent IT and system navigation, and ability to interpret technical information.

Responsibilities

• Maintain schedules, organise meetings, track deadlines and follow up on action items to keep deliverables on time.
• Organise and file critical documentation from contracts, permits to specifications and approvals.
• Drive procurement: obtain quotes, raise PO, track deliveries and manage invoices within budget.
• Support end‑to‑end delivery tasks for sub‑projects through the full lifecycle from start to finish.
• Prepare clear progress reports and escalate issues to Engineers, Manufacturing and the Delivery Manager.

Skills

Follow-up skills

Stakeholder collaboration

IT navigation

Budget management

Education

Pursuing PM, Eng, or MBA

Tools

Procurement software

ERP systems

Job description

We are proudly a team of people engineering a clean energy, zero-carbon future. We specialise in innovative renewable energy solutions, and we’re looking for driven individuals who share our vision for a sustainable tomorrow.

Watch our story and see what drives us: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_aOgAVAnoGc

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Support Officer to join our team, reporting directly to the Delivery Manager. This is a dynamic, hands‑on position where you will be fully immersed in our daily operations. Working at our head office in Eagle Farm and various project locations, you won’t just be going through the motions—you will be the engine that keeps our projects running smoothly and efficiently.

What You’ll Do

• Keep projects moving flawlessly by maintaining schedules, organising meetings, tracking deadlines, and proactively following up on action items so deliverables are on time.
• Champion project administration by ensuring all vital documentation—from independent contract agreements and permits to specifications and approvals—are perfectly organised, updated, and filed.
• Drive the procurement process by hunting down the best quotes, raising purchase orders, tracking deliveries, and managing invoices while keeping a sharp eye on the budget.
• Support end‑to‑end delivery tasks for specific sub‑projects, assisting through the full lifecycle from start to finish.
• Act as the communication hub, preparing clear progress reports and fearlessly escalating issues early to Engineers, the Manufacturing team, and the Delivery Manager.

About You

You are ideally a student pursuing qualifications in Project Management, Engineering, Construction or Business Management

You possess incredible follow‑up skills—you aren’t afraid to chase people down and make sure things get done.

You are highly comfortable and confident collaborating with diverse stakeholders, including Engineers, Project Managers, Manufacturing teams, and Suppliers.

You boast excellent IT and system navigation skills, alongside strong general literacy and the ability to interpret technical information.

You are a proactive problem‑solver who can analyse budgets and timeframes, prioritise multiple jobs, and make informed decisions under pressure.

You hold a current and valid driver’s licence and are capable of driving to various LGI sites and assets.

You are ready to be fully present; this is a hands‑on, operational role (not suitable for remote or work‑from‑home arrangements).

What We Offer

At LGI, we believe in taking care of the people who take care of our planet. When you join us, you’ll enjoy:

• Career development and ongoing training opportunities to help you grow and upskill.
• Holistic support with access to our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• A highly supportive, hands‑on team environment where your ideas are valued.
• Travel perks, including pool vehicles, accommodation, and meal allowances provided when you’re on the road.
• All PPE provided – we’ve got you covered with safety boots, high-vis gear, hard hats, gloves, and glasses.
• Above-award pay, with performance recognition through promotions, benefits, and bonuses.