Project Officer

About Us
The District Council of Tumby Bay is located 45km north of Port Lincoln, and 630km from Adelaide, and covers an area of 266,907 hectares with an estimated population of 2,817.

Residents, businesses, and visitors enjoy a relaxed lifestyle in this enviable seaside and rural location; with a strong commitment from Council to drive sustainable economic development to enhance the region and the Eyre Peninsula for long-term investment and future population growth.

About the Role
The Project Officer is a newly created role with the purpose of providing specialised project support to the Council’s Executive Leadership team, specifically key projects that sit within the Finance, Technical Services and Planning functions.

Key support areas for this role include:

• Providing support to the General Manager Works and Infrastructure with the management of Tender / Procurement processes and liaison with contractors
• Assisting with Asset and Infrastructure budget preparation
• Assisting with Report Writing and Policy responses
• Overseeing Minor Works projects and responding to community enquiries
• Providing back-up support for the Finance function and other related activities such as Capital Value implementation, new IT System implementation, General Ledger build and other financial reporting requirements.
• Assisting with Sports and Recreation and Foreshore planning, plus other basic planning duties as required
• Supporting the Executive team with infrastructure grant applications and
• Supporting Residential and Industrial Land expansion project planning.

About You
You enjoy being “hands-on” and the opportunity to directly contribute to projects that support the community. You are an excellent communicator who places a high value on relationships and you are a supportive team player.

Other important skills and attributes include:

• Qualifications in Project Management, Engineering, Finance or Planning and/or similar relevant experience.
• Experience working in a local government environment (desirable)
• A commitment to continuous improvement processes and an innovative mindset
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage competing deadlines and
• A positive, “can-do” attitude.

 
This is a wonderful opportunity to join a small but passionate team and to enjoy the numerous lifestyle benefits that the District Council of Tumby Bay has to offer.
 
To learn more or review a copy of the Position Description please contact Nicole Marshall at Perks People Solutions via email nmarshall@perksps.com.au or call 8273 9347.
 
Alternatively click on “APPLY” to submit you CV and Cover Letter (maximum 1-2 pages) outlining why you are the ideal person for this role.

Applications close Monday 27 March 2023.