DRFA Project Manager

Burke Shire Council – DRFA Project Manager

Located in far north-west Queensland on the Gulf of Carpentaria, Burke Shire spans more than 40,000 km² and is home to the townships of Burketown and Gregory Downs along the iconic Savannah Way. With a close-knit population of around 550 residents, the region offers an authentic outback lifestyle, rich Indigenous heritage, and a strong cattle grazing industry. Renowned for its world-class fishing, spectacular natural landscapes, abundant wildlife and relaxed, community-focused atmosphere, Burke Shire offers a lifestyle like no other. This is a unique opportunity to lead real impact in the outback, while enjoying one of Australia's most distinctive remote regions.

Burke Shire Council is seeking an experienced DRFA Project Manager to lead the planning, coordination and delivery of Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements projects and selected capital works. Based in Burketown, this contract role will oversee project delivery from planning through to completion, ensuring works are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with DRFA funding requirements and Council objectives.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Demonstrated experience managing DRFA, civil infrastructure or capital works projects, ideally within a local government environment.
• Strong project management skills, including planning, budgeting, risk management, reporting and delivery of works on time and within budget.
• Experience in contract management, tender preparation, contractor management, and construction quality assurance.
• Sound knowledge of civil construction practices, engineering standards and local government legislation and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with Council staff, contractors, consultants, funding bodies, and the community.
• Well-developed organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, together with proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software.
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety, environmental compliance and quality assurance in construction and field operations.
• Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline are highly desirable.

Benefits

• 2-year performance-based contract
• $120,000 - $135,000 base salary.
• Rent-free accommodation (choice of two-bedroom or three-bedroom Council housing, subject to availability and requirements).
• 12% superannuation.
• Up to $5,000 relocation assistance.

Applications close Monday, 17th August 2026 at 8.00am.