Job Task Analysis - Active Kingston Project Officer

• Great opportunity to join the Active Kingston team
• Full Time permanent opportunity
• Excellent employee benefits
• Hybrid and flexible options (average 2 days working from home)
• Free on-site parking
• Band 5 salary $79,015 - $90,992 per annum (plus superannuation) 
• Location: Cheltenham

About Us

At the City of Kingston, we strive for excellence in serving our vibrant community. Our focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations. We play a crucial role in providing safe and compliant sporting facilities that enable our sporting clubs to offer participation opportunities to the community.

The Role

We are seeking a Project Support Officer to assist in delivering a variety of sport and recreation projects.

• Provide administrative and operational support to the project team, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and on time.
• Assist the Senior Projects Coordinator, Sport and Recreation, in delivering sporting infrastructure projects within the capital program.
• Project manage minor projects
• Raise purchase orders, process invoices, and handle daily project administrative tasks.
• Assist in requests for quotations.
• Assist in tender assessments and liaising with contractors.
• Provide ongoing project support to the project delivery team.
• Maintain effective relationships with members of the Council’s Sport and Recreation and Sports Ground Teams.
• Maintain effective communication with all project partners, including both internal and external stakeholders, to ensure they are informed of progress with recreation and sporting development projects.

This is an opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that plays a vital role in supporting our sporting clubs. You will have an opportunity to learn new skills and contribute to the well-being of our community.

About You

We are looking for someone with:

• Demonstrated experience in Sport and Recreation
• Qualifications and/or experience in Project Management
• A current Driver's License
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality work
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Why Work for Kingston?

At Kingston Council, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We support diversity and encourage applications from persons of all backgrounds. Here are some reasons why you might love working with us:

• Flexible Work Options, including remote and flexible work hours
• Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs
• Access to accrued day off every four weeks (Full-time employees only)
• Salary Packaging
• Purchase leave options
• Career development opportunities
• Study/development assistance
• Discounted gym memberships
• 16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Social club events
• Close to public transport
• Free on-site parking

How to Apply 

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role. We look forward to hearing from you!

For any inquiries about the position, please contact Deb Murray - Senior Projects Coordinator Sport and Recreation on deb.murray@kingston.vic.gov.au  

To be eligible to apply for this position you must have an appropriate Australian or New Zealand work visa.

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Hiring Manager or email us at peopleandculture@kingston.vic.gov.au 

The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the City of Kingston’s values of