An exciting permanent opportunity has become available for an Advisor (Project Controls) to join the Finance Controls and Procurement team based in Townsville.

Are you ready to step into a dynamic leadership role where your expertise drives the success of critical infrastructure projects across Queensland? As the Advisor (Project Controls), you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the delivery of the district’s Queensland Transport and Roads Infrastructure Program (QTRIP) contributing to projects that make a real difference in communities.

Job details

In this exciting opportunity, you will lead a high-performing Finance and Project Controls team, ensuring the systems, processes and insights are in place to support effective project delivery. Working closely with Project Managers and the Principal Advisor (Program Performance), you will contribute across the full project lifecycle, delivering strong governance, oversight and consistency.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and high-performing leader who will:
• Lead and develop a high-performing team, providing coaching, guidance and capability uplift in project controls
• Embed and maintain best-practice controls to ensure consistency, quality and compliance across the district
• Oversee project financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting and variance analysis
• Ensure projects and contracts are appropriately approved and managed, including changes to scope, time and budget
• Deliver clear and timely program reporting to support decision-making across QTRIP projects
• Provide advice and support in project scheduling, governance and performance monitoring

Experience in a similar role would be highly regarded, along with knowledge of SAP, 3PCM or similar systems, or the demonstrated ability to quickly acquire this knowledge.

The role requires experience in financial support functions, including an understanding of relevant policies, procedures and systems, and the ability to lead and develop team capability.

You will bring strong analytical and communication skills to interpret data, identify issues and engage effectively with stakeholders. You will also demonstrate the ability to manage competing priorities and contribute positively to team outcomes. Knowledge of project scheduling and demonstrated financial management capability, including providing analysis, advice and support, will be important to success in this role.

Mandatory requirements:
• A pre-employment criminal history check is required due to access to sensitive information
• Must have the right to work in Australia
• The successful applicant will be required to undergo a serious discipline history check

Further information can be found in the attached role description.

What we offer:
• Competitive remuneration, including generous superannuation and leave provisions.
• Five weeks of annual leave plus an additional leave day each year, with access to Volunteer and Community Service Leave.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements, such as working from home, part-time hours, and flexible start/finish times (subject to approval).
• Employer superannuation contributions up to 12.75%.
• Annual leave loading.
• Salary packaging arrangements.
• Wellbeing initiatives, including an Employee Assistance Program.
• Generous parental leave entitlements.
• Relocation assistance.

Diversity and Inclusion:
At Transport and Main Roads, we foster a workplace culture built on respect, dignity, and fairness. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and lived experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, culturally diverse individuals, and women.

If you require additional support or adjustments, such as interpreting services, assistive technologies, or specific physical accommodations, please let us know to ensure you can showcase your abilities during the recruitment process.

Applications to remain current for 12 months

Job Ad Reference: QLD/692831/26 

Closing Date: Tuesday, 7 July 2026

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• applicant-guide (PDF, 306KB)
  
  
  692831 26 Role Description (Word, 576KB)