About Us

At the Shire of Denmark, we foster a values-driven, inclusive and empowering workplace. With an outstanding 99% staff satisfaction rate, we offer more than just employment — providing long-term stability, a supportive environment, and genuine opportunities to grow both professionally and personally.

As a Shire employee, you’ll have the chance to make a meaningful impact on the running and growth of Denmark, build a rewarding career, and contribute to initiatives that directly benefit the community and enhance local services.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager Projects and Sustainability, the Project Support Officer plays a key role in supporting the successful delivery of projects across the organisation. The role provides project coordination, administration, procurement support, records management and stakeholder liaison services to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

- Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, record minutes and track follow-up actions.
- Manage and maintain project documentation, including Share Point and Microsoft Teams environments.
- Support project managers through effective administration and information management.
- Liaise with contractors, consultants and internal stakeholders to facilitate communication and project delivery.
- Obtain quotes, raise purchase orders and assist with procurement processes.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with organisational records management requirements.
- Contribute positively to team culture and support continuous improvement initiatives.




- Provide general administrative support to the Projects and Sustainability team as required.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have

Essential Requirements

- Minimum 3 years' experience in a Project Support Officer, Project Administrator, or similar Administration role.
- Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Experience managing documentation and records accurately.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and Power Point.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Solid time management skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Initiative, adaptability and a solution-focused approach.

Desirable Experience

- Understanding of project management principles and processes.
- Experience with project management software.
- Knowledge of Local Government operations and practices

The Benefits

- Stable long term career opportunities
- Supportive, respectful, and high-performing team
- Work in an organisation committed to sustainability and future-focused outcomes.
- Opportunities to make a positive impact on the community.
- Market-competitive salary and superannuation
- Salary sacrificing options, including additional super contributions.
- Discounted gym membership
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Hours – Part Time – 15.2 hours per week

Salary - $70,000.00 per annum (Pro Rata)

Position Description - Project Support Officer

Applications are to be received no later than 4.00pm on Friday August 7, 2026.

Please note the Shire reserves the right to commence shortlisting at any stage of the recruitment process and to close this advertisement prior to the nominated closing date.

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📌 Project Support Officer (Perth)
🏢 Shire Of Denmark
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