HOBAN Recruitment is seeking an experienced and motivated APS5 Project Officer to support the delivery of key projects and programs within a large Federal Government agency located in either NEWCASTLE or CAMPBELLTOWN NSW. Working under limited direction, you will contribute to project planning, coordination, reporting and continuous improvement activities that support organisational performance and operational outcomes. This role requires strong stakeholder engagement skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Key responsibilities include: Supporting project planning, coordination and delivery activities. Monitoring project progress and tracking deliverables against established plans. Developing and maintaining project plans, schedules and documentation. Preparing project reports, status updates, briefs, presentations and other written materials. Conducting research and analysis to support project outcomes and decision-making. Identifying project risks, issues and opportunities for continuous improvement. Supporting quality assurance, monitoring and evaluation activities. Building and maintaining productive relationships with internal stakeholders. Assisting with project governance and reporting requirements. Benefits Competitive pay rate of $55.24 per hour , including casual loading, providing you with financial stability and recognition for your expertise. 12% superannuation to secure your future and support your retirement planning. ASAP start date , allowing you to embark on this exciting opportunity without delay. Full-time position, offering 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday , enabling a healthy work-life balance and time. Opportunity to work within a highly regarded Federal Government environment. Gain exposure to complex projects and national initiatives. Collaborative and supportive team culture. Flexible working arrangements, including work-from-home opportunities where operationally appropriate. Develop valuable project management and stakeholder engagement experience. About You To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate: Experience supporting project planning, coordination and delivery. Ability to develop and maintain project documentation and artefacts with a high level of accuracy. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities. Sound judgement, initiative and problem-solving capabilities. Proven stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to build productive working relationships. Experience contributing to project reporting, monitoring progress, and identifying and managing risks and issues. Strong written communication skills, including the preparation of reports, briefs and presentations. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Ability to adapt to changing priorities, organisational requirements and legislative environments. Desirable Experience Understanding of project management methodologies and governance frameworks. Knowledge of risk, issue and benefits management processes. Experience using project or task management tools to schedule, track and report on project activities. Experience working within a government, regulatory or large corporate environment. Please note you do need to be an AUSTRALIAN CITIZEN for this Federal Government role. Positions close for submissions on WEDNESDAY 8th JULY COB. At HOBAN we encourage applications from people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people of all genders, LGBTI people, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We provide reasonable adjustments; including alternate formats to the recruitment process for individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, please email our Adjustments Coordinator at adjustments@hoban.com.au or visit hoban.com.au/adjustments for additional contact details.
