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Work type: Temporary full-time
Location: Coffs Harbour
Categories: Projects

  • Temporary opportunity for a Project Manager 

  • Utilise your project delivery, infrastructure, civil construction and / or architecture knowledge to deliver change 

  • LOCATION: Coffs Harbour NSW 

  • Salary from $93,295 to $102,941 plus super and leave loading  

  • While we work flexibly, there will be an expectation that you will live within a reasonable distance to our Coffs Harbour office to frequent the office minimum 3 days per week. 

Inclusion and Flexible Working
We strive to reflect the community we serve and encourage our people to explore new ways of working across regional NSW. We are open to arrangements that help individuals balance their work and life commitments, including working part-time or working from different locations. We embrace difference and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. 

About the role 

Are you eager to kickstart your career in infrastructure project management, tackling assignments with precision and dedication? 

As a Project Manager with NSW Public Works, you'll be instrumental in the planning and execution of infrastructure projects, guided by seasoned professionals when needed. Dive into planning sessions and execute tasks under the leadership of experienced Project Managers, lending your expertise to the seamless delivery of projects within allocated budgets. This role offers opportunities to collaborate closely with your manager to set and achieve individual development goals, fostering continuous growth both personally and professionally.  

Join us in shaping the future of infrastructure projects while honing your skills and contributing to the esteemed reputation of our business unit. 

 

About You 

Ideally, you will have some experience in water and wastewater, roads or other civil works. 

Your keen eye for process improvement will be invaluable as you identify areas for enhancement and contribute to the collective knowledge of the team. You will work with a high level of autonomy in the delivery of projects and project activities, making day to day decisions in relation to prioritising tasks.  

You will have appropriate tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent relevant working experience in project management or engineering.  Your knowledge and understanding of current Work Health and Safety legislation will be well-developed.  

A valid NSW Driver Licence and willingness to drive to remote locations which may include overnight stays is essential. 

 

About Us 

NSW Public Works (NSWPW) is part of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, and supports local and state government agencies to deliver critical infrastructure initiatives by providing expert advisory, planning, design, delivery and support services.  There’s nothing abstract about what we do. Just look around. Our work is in the hospitals, dams, water treatment plants and high schools – the real foundations of prosperous communities.  Every day we help shape the ambitious projects that bring progress to more people in NSW. From forging a more sustainable relationship with the land around us, to engineering the big ideas of the future. In every challenge we see the chance to build stronger and more connected communities. We do this by developing solutions that show creativity and grassroots ingenuity, providing impartial advice and support at all levels of government and the private sector, and partnering with experts to maximise the benefits of our knowledge and experience. 

In NSW Public Works offices all over the state, you’ll find local expertise for local issues. We uncover the best talent, scrutinise cost and risk, and bridge the gap between private sector and government. By managing these nuances, projects we work on don’t just get done, they become benchmarks others aspire to. 

 

Applying for the role  

Apply online by submitting a current resume and brief cover letter that outlines your skills and experience relevant to the role.  

For more information about the role, please click here to view the role description. 

Additionally, if you would like to hear more about this role please contact Sarah Martin, Regional Project Coordinator via email sarah.martin@pwa.nsw,gov.au or via phone 0459 891 085 

 

Closing Date: Sunday 1st December 2024 11:55pm  


 
If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to capability.talent@regional.nsw.gov.au or contact the hiring manager listed below for a confidential discussion. A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.

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