APS5 Project Officer

We’re currently looking for motivated APS5 Project Officers to join our client, for a full time temporary assignment until December 2026.
Your role will involve coordinating project activities, managing stakeholder communication, and providing expert support to ensure project milestones are achieved on time and within scope. As a Project Officer, you will be a key team member contributing to impactful outcomes in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and support project activities, ensuring adherence to deadlines and deliverables.
• Develop and maintain documentation, reports, and project plans.
• Effectively communicate technical information to diverse stakeholders, translating jargon into accessible language.
• Work independently with minimal supervision, prioritising competing tasks efficiently.
• Apply sound judgement to resolve issues and support evidence-based decision-making.
• Respond flexibly to changing project priorities and support various functions as needed.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, fostering trust and collaboration.
• Stay proactive in learning new skills and applying them in your role to optimise project outcomes.
• Manage your time and resources effectively to ensure tasks are completed efficiently.
• Take responsibility for your work outcomes, leveraging feedback to continuously improve.

About You
The ideal candidate will bring a proactive and adaptable approach, with a strong desire to contribute to meaningful projects. You’ll enjoy working in a collaborative team environment, thrive under changing priorities, and be committed to continual learning.
To be successful, you’ll need:

• Solid experience with Microsoft Excel and excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team, using initiative and good judgement.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• A flexible mindset that adapts well to change and complexity.
• A customer-focused approach, with an ability to build trust and rapport.
• A willingness to learn and develop, actively seeking opportunities to grow your skills.

Join a supportive organisation that values diversity and inclusion, offering a chance to be part of impactful projects while developing your skills in a vibrant environment. Whether you’re an experienced project officer or looking to step into this field, this role offers the opportunity to grow professionally and contribute to projects that make a difference.

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.