Project Officer

Project Officer

Temporary Hybrid
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Coordinate and support key government projects, ensuring they meet scope, budget, and quality standards.
  • Company: Join a NSW Government agency making a real impact in communities across New South Wales.
  • Benefits: Earn up to $700 per day plus super, with flexible cash advances for contractors.
  • Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a collaborative environment with a focus on continuous improvement.
  • Why this job: Be part of meaningful initiatives that shape the future of your community.
  • Qualifications: Experience in project support, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Our client is a NSW Government agency delivering critical services and infrastructure programs that support communities across metropolitan and regional New South Wales. With a workforce of several thousand employees and a broad geographic footprint, the agency plays a key role in policy implementation, operational service delivery and strategic project execution. Operating within a structured public sector framework, the organisation is committed to accountability, community impact and continuous improvement. Teams work collaboratively across corporate and operational functions to deliver initiatives aligned with statewide priorities and long-term strategic objectives.

An opportunity is available for an experienced Project Officer to contribute to the successful coordination and delivery of key government initiatives based in Orange, NSW. This role will see you working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered in accordance with defined scope, budget and quality standards.

You will play a hands-on role in supporting project governance, maintaining accurate documentation and providing timely reporting to leadership. The position requires strong organisational capability, analytical thinking and the ability to manage competing priorities within a structured public sector environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and support end-to-end project activities in alignment with established methodologies
  • Develop, update and maintain project plans, schedules and risk registers
  • Prepare high-quality reports, briefs, presentations and status updates for senior stakeholders
  • Monitor project milestones, deliverables and budgets to ensure targets are achieved
  • Collate and analyse data to identify emerging risks, trends and performance issues
  • Facilitate meetings, workshops and working groups to drive project outcomes
  • Maintain accurate and compliant project documentation for audit and governance purposes
  • Engage with internal and external stakeholders to manage expectations and respond to enquiries
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of project management processes and tools
  • Provide guidance and informal mentoring to team members where required
  • Escalate issues appropriately and recommend practical solutions

About You

  • Demonstrated experience in a Project Officer or similar project support role, preferably within NSW Government or a large, complex organisation
  • Sound knowledge of project management frameworks and governance requirements
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare executive-level documentation
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and MS Project
  • Proven ability to manage competing deadlines and deliver outcomes within tight timeframes
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
  • High attention to detail and strong analytical capability
  • Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment
  • Relevant tertiary qualifications in Project Management, Business, Public Administration or a related discipline (desirable)
  • PRINCE2, Agile or equivalent project management certification (highly regarded)
  • Must have full Australian working rights (citizenship, permanent residency, or long-term visa holders)

As a mandatory requirement for this contract role required by our client, applicants are kindly asked to complete a compliance check and upload their work rights verification at www.charterdiligence.com.au/portal. Incomplete submissions may not be considered. If you have any questions or need assistance with the process, please don’t hesitate to contact our team—we’re here to help.

We encourage candidates who are passionate about making a difference and possess the necessary experience and skills to apply. Please apply to this job post or submit your CV along with a cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest in the role to this job post. For confidential inquiries, contact our recruitment team at recruitment@charterdiligence.com.au and (02) 7208 7776 (Sydney), (03) 9001 7776 (Melbourne), (07) 3866 7776 (Brisbane), or (08) 6118 7776 (Perth).

Charter Diligence is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of their background. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of the industry.

Project Officer employer: Charter Diligence

As a large NSW Government organisation, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that values innovation, collaboration, and integrity. Our hybrid work culture promotes a healthy work-life balance while providing ample opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive environment. Join us in Parramatta to contribute to meaningful projects that impact millions of lives across the state, all while working with cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic team setting.

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We think you need these skills to ace Project Officer

Project Coordination
Stakeholder Engagement
Project Management Frameworks
Governance Requirements
Written Communication Skills
Verbal Communication Skills
Microsoft Office Suite Proficiency