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Project Support Officer
North Queensland Region; Program Delivery & Operations; Infrastructure Management and Delivery; Townsville
Join us as a Project Support Officer and play a key role in delivering impactful projects in the Northern District.
You’ll be at the centre of project coordination, managing schedules, organising meetings, maintaining documentation and ensuring compliance with policies and legislation to drive successful outcomes.
Collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders, you’ll act as the central hub for communication, managing enquiries with clarity and precision. Your attention to detail in maintaining accurate records and monitoring processes will safeguard project integrity, while your proactive approach will foster a positive and high performing work environment.
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and support continuous improvement, this role is for you!
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Administration |
| Classification | AO3 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/692936/26 |
| Closing date | 07-Jul-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Shannon Kelly |
| Contact details | Phone: (07) 4769 3326 Access the National Relay Service |
As a Project Support Officer, you will play a key role in delivering projects across the Northern District by providing high-level administrative and coordination support. Working across various systems and software, you will help ensure efficient project delivery through effective scheduling, documentation management, stakeholder engagement, and compliance oversight.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide administrative and coordination support for a district-wide program, including organising meetings, preparing agendas, recording minutes, maintaining schedules, and ensuring effective information flow.
• Manage program documentation, registers, trackers, reports, and spreadsheets using Microsoft Office and related systems to monitor progress and maintain accurate, up-to-date records.
• Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders to manage enquiries, coordinate follow-ups, and ensure clear, timely communication.
• Ensure compliance with departmental policies, procedures, legislation (including WHS), and governance requirements, escalating issues where necessary.
• Contribute to a positive, high-performing team environment and support continuous improvement in administrative processes.
This role offers the opportunity to contribute to projects that deliver meaningful outcomes for the Northern District. Success requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining effective communication.
You are highly proficient in Microsoft Office and business systems, with experience supporting program, project, or operational activities. You demonstrate strong organisational and analytical skills, maintain accurate documentation, and adapt to changing priorities while delivering high-quality work on time. You communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, identify risks, and implement or escalate mitigation actions. You thrive in collaborative environments and actively support continuous improvement.
Mandatory Requirements:
• Current Class C Driver Licence
• Successful completion of pre-employment checks (including criminal history and discipline history)
• Eligibility to work in Australia.
What We Offer:
• Competitive remuneration, including up to 12.75% superannuation
• Five weeks annual leave plus an additional leave day, and access to Volunteer and Community Service Leave
• Flexible working arrangements (including work-from-home options, part-time hours, and flexible start/finish times, subject to approval)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Salary packaging options
• Wellbeing initiatives, including an Employee Assistance Program
• Generous parental leave and relocation assistance.
Diversity and Inclusion:
Transport and Main Roads is committed to a respectful and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse individuals, and women. Support or adjustments during the recruitment process are available on request.
Additional Information:
Applications may be considered for similar vacancies within the Northern District for up to 12 months after the closing date.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/692936/26
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.
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