Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (30 June 2028)

Major Projects team is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Officer to assist in the delivery and management of a diverse portfolio of Council projects.

Salary, Perks and Wellbeing!

- Temporary full time until 30 June 2028
- Agile working – work 3 days a week in office.
- Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
- A supportive and inclusive work culture
- Contribute to the safety and well-being of the local community
- Wellness that works for you! From annual skin checks and flu shots to our bi-annual health fair, we’re committed to helping you stay healthy
- Employee Assistance Program

About the role

Reporting to Senior Project Manager, you will support the planning, coordination, and execution of council projects. You will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards, while assisting to proactively manage risks and stakeholder expectations.

Skills & Experience

- Tertiary qualification in Project Management, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or similar related area.
- 2– 3 years post-graduate experience in the area of project coordination or management experience in the planning and delivery of capital works in the public and/or private sectors.
- An understanding of project management concepts, together with proven competencies in design stage management, tender and contract administration, construction / project coordination and scheduling.




- Proven satisfactory level of interpersonal communication skills, including conflict resolution.
- Commitment, experience and knowledge in improving the environmentalperformance of projects
- Current Class C Driver’s License.
- Previous Construction/Landscape/Civil Engineering and/or local government project management experience is desirable

About Waverley Council

At Waverley Council, our values of Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Collaboration and Care guide how we work together, deliver, lead and support our community.

We are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. If you require adjustments or support at any stage, please contact our People and Culture team at

Waverley Council is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all candidates. We value diversity. We encourage applications from people from diverse groups, including, but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people; people from culturally diverse backgrounds; young people; older workers; people with disabilities; LGBTQIA+; and other minority groups.

We fully support the aims and objectives of the NSW Officer of Children's Guardian and Child Protection legislation. We will implement necessary practices to ensure safety.

Waverley Council acknowledges the Bidiagal, Birrabirragal
and Gadigal people, whotraditionally occupied the Sydney
Coast. We also would like to acknowledge AboriginalElders
both past and present.

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📌 Project Officer (Whitton)
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