About the Opportunity We are thrilled to introduce a new 12-month position for an enthusiastic Junior Project Manager who is passionate about making a positive impact in our community!As a Junior Project Manager, you will be at the forefront of delivering key projects related to civil infrastructure, roads and traffic and transport facilities for Council which will provide you with a comprehensive overview of the key aspects for this role. You will utilise your knowledge and experience in project management to help oversee our exciting and dynamic projects from start to finish. From managing project finances and timeframes and guiding procurement activities to preparing professional reports and presentations, this is a fast-paced role that will see you using your time management and problem-solving skills to deliver high quality project management services.To find out more about your next career opportunity: Position Description Remuneration $79,228 - $91,738 per annum plus superannuation The Benefits Temporary 12 month opportunity Full-time, 35 hours per week Flexible work arrangement options including hybrid work arrangements, option of nine-day fortnight or monthly RDO 12% superannuation Generous leave entitlements including Long Service Leave after 5 years Paid Parental Leave Ongoing training and development opportunities including access to Council's Study Assistance program Generous corporate fitness program for you and your immediate family members Weekly Health and Wellbeing programs held on site Free flu vaccination program Free parking on-site Beautiful location in the picturesque Hunter Valley! About You To be considered for this position, you must hold tertiary qualifications in Project Management, Engineering or another related technical discipline. You will bring recent experience in a similar role and have a well-developed knowledge and understanding of project management methodologies with the ability to develop project plans and deliver projects within allocated budgets and timeframes. Your experience in the procurement and management of consultants and preparation of relevant documents and paperwork will be crucial to your success in this role. What's Next? If you are enthusiastic to learn and grow in a high volume, rapidly changing environment, we encourage you to apply by completing the application form below and uploading a copy of your resume and cover letter. Your candidate suitability is determined by your responses to the selection criteria questions, for more information on how to address the selection criteria please visit our How to apply page.Pre-Employment ScreeningPlease note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) and other pre-employment checks, such as references, employment history checks, working with children checks or a criminal record check. About Us At Cessnock City Council our success is built by our people and core values. We offer you a direct connection to the community, providing opportunities to both inspire growth and sustainability in our diverse region. We're committed to building a passionate and inclusive workforce. We are committed to the value of respect, and we strive to have an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.We partner with the Veterans Employment Program and the NSW Government to implement recruitment practices dedicated to supporting veterans to pursue a career in local government. Our aim is to support veterans finding suitable, sustainable and meaningful employment.There are options available to request adjustments. If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact recruitment@cessnock.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion. Applications Close: Thursday 7 November 2024 at 11.30pm Who to Contact: Joshua Murphy, Project Management Coordinator, on 0415 103 833You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position. Guided by staff values of integrity, respect, teamwork, accountability and excellence, Cessnock City Council is indeed an attractive, thriving Council and employer of choice.