Project Officer - New South Wales
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Project Officer - New South Wales
This is an opportunity to work with an essential organisation creating a more sustainable future for the state.
This role offers an opportunity for an entry-level graduate along with the flexibility to work around life, your contribution will be valued, and you’ll be supported to build a rewarding career.
Our perks and Benefits:
At WaterNSW, we believe that our employees should be as well taken care of as our rivers, dams, and pipelines, that’s why we offer a load of benefits.
- Flexible working.
- Work 9-day fortnight at Full pay on the Enterprise agreement.
- Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave.
- Fertility leave.
- Yearly corporate wear allowance.
- Professional development and educational assistance.
- Attractive remuneration with salary range starting from $95,764.00 Base + Super.
- And so much more!
What you’ll do:
- Support a team of Project Managers, Project Engineers, Construction Managers and other project support staff and undertake assigned project tasks to meet specific project needs.
- Liaise with internal and external groups and individuals to assist with Project Managers to ensure well informed decisions are made in relation to the project.
- Supporting project management activities under the guidance of the Project Manager such as assisting in the preparation of key project artefacts (project management plans, schedules, specifications) and assisting in the control of project performance (including schedule, financial, environmental, WHS and quality) through monitoring all aspects of project delivery.
- Supporting timely reporting on project parameters including progress against project plan, risks and issues.
- Supporting the coordination of contracts for consulting, construction and any other externally provided services required to enable the delivery of projects.
- Develop understanding and competency in project management and technical disciplines related to WaterNSW projects.
What we are looking for:
- Engineering degree (bachelor level or above) from a recognised tertiary institution.
- Demonstrated interest or understanding of principles and practices of project management, construction and engineering. (IDEALLY asset-based projects but not essential).
- Good verbal and written communications skills with capacity to communicate effectively with multi-disciplinary professionals and report writing.
- Competent with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Current NSW Driver’s License.
How we will support you:
At WaterNSW, we balance flexibility – and the way we work – with the needs of the business, our teams, and us as individuals.
When it comes to working in an office, we work in a hybrid way. If you’re required to be in the field or on site, the benefits of flexibility can be achieved in other ways, such as through a condensed work week.
We are proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer and are committed to providing equal opportunities for women. Visit ourWORK180 page to access our benefits and career development opportunities.
More about our team/ culture:
No matter how or where you work, safety is the number one priority. This means the physical and mental safety of you, your colleagues, and the public.
WaterNSW operates the state’s dams, capturing and storing water, and then supplying it ready for distribution – for the environment, agriculture, industry and the community. With 41 major dams and hundreds of waterways across the state, we play a vital role at the source of the state’s water, delivering two thirds of all water used in NSW.
We’re the people taking care of the state’s water at the source – capturing, storing, delivering. Find out more at waternsw.com.au
For more information, please reach out to: Rory Hukins - Talent Acquisition Partner - rory.hukins@waternsw.com.au
Please note applications for this position will close on the 2nd August 2024.
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You must have full work rights in Australia to qualify for all positions at WaterNSW.
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Job Summary
- Closing Date:
- 02 Aug 2024
- Location:
- NSW
- Work Type:
- Full Time
- Category:
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Engineering
Program Delivery/Management
Water