Corporate Services Project Officer

At Singleton Council, our employee promise is simple: ADD VALUE. BE VALUED.

As an employee of Singleton Council, you will join an engaged, safe, sustainable and performing (ESSP) workforce who work collectively to create community. Singleton Council has a long and proud history. From our agricultural foundations to our abundant natural resources, we are more than just New South Wales’ largest producer of coal. Singleton has developed into the economic beating heart of the State and a centre of industry, heritage, tourism and community. Here at Council, we offer a wide range of services, supporting our community vision to be vibrant, progressive, connected, sustainable and resilient. We’re committed to providing an environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute their unique skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact, while also recognising and appreciating your valuable contributions and ensuring you feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

ADD VALUE - THE ROLE

The Corporate Services Projects Officer provides technical administration and project support as a key member of the Corporate Services team and supports the efficient delivery of strategic and operational projects within the Business Unit with a specific focus on supporting the Grants and Property Officers as well as the Manager Corporate Services.

Key responsibilities include;

• Manage the yearly issue of corporate wardrobe for the administration building including project managing the uniform fitting days
• Management of Singleton Council’s residential property leases, conduct property inspections and be the after-hours Council contact to external stakeholders
• Independently manage property projects as directed
• Coordinate and project manage the delivery of projects within the Corporate Services team, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget and in alignment with strategic objectives and legislative requirements
• Ensure timely and regular updates regarding project and work status, resources and risks are reported to the Manager in a timely manner
• Provide committee meeting support including preparation of agenda, and recording and distribution of minutes

Essential to this role is qualifications in business administration and experience in providing high-level business assistance, or and equivalent combination of relevant skills, knowledge and experience, complemented by a strong customer service focus with proven capability to deliver high-quality service to internal and external stakeholders.

Experience working in local government, electronic document recordkeeping and/or experience with the Civica Altitude system would be advantageous, however not essential.

This position is offered on a Term contract, Part-time basis working 21 hours per week with various options for flexibility on how these hours are worked. Remuneration package for this position is based on Grade 8 of Council's Salary System Protocol which equates to a base salary of $45,066 - $50,693 per annum plus superannuation.


BE VALUED - THE REWARD

Your wellbeing benefits include:

• Swell Program (Safe + Well at Singleton Council)
• Health + Wellbeing Leave
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Annual Flu Vaccinations + Skin Checks

Your flexible work benefits may include:

• Work from home
• Rostered Day Off
• 9-day fortnight
• 4-day week

Your leave benefits include:

• Concessional Leave between Christmas and New Year
• Annual Leave
• Sick + Carer’s Leave
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
• Parental Leave
• Domestic + Family Violence Leave
• Health + Wellbeing Leave

Your development benefits include:

• Training Courses + Professional Development
• Education Assistance
• Leadership Development Program
• Emerging Leaders Program
• 'Grow our Own' Program

Your reward + recognition benefits include:

• ESSPecialist Program Awards
• Service Awards
• Be Valued Recognition Program

WANT TO KNOW MORE?
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For further information regarding this role please see the attached position description here.

INTERESTED?
For a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity contact Mark Wiblen - Manager Corporate Services on 0408 915 566.

To be eligible for this role you MUST have the Right to Work in Australia.

Singleton Council is committed to protecting children from harm. We require all applicants who will be working with children to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 21/07/2026.