Coordinator ICT Projects and Planning (Project Manager)

• A varied and challenging role will have the successful applicant establish and lead a program of work within Council's ICT unit. 
• Competitive annual salary commencing at $111,424, plus up to 13% superannuation
• Great range of additional benefits, including health & wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements and a fortnightly RDO.

About the Region

Gympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in our western reaches to the Cooloola Coast.  Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast Local Government areas, we are uniquely positioned to grow whilst still retaining our country charm.  Our borders with North and South Burnett, and the Somerset Local Government areas link with our rural lifestyle, where you can enjoy our picturesque smaller townships, or our abundant local history.  Our local festivals such as the Gympie Music Muster are renowned both nationally and internationally. 

For someone seeking a high quality of life, with pristine natural areas and spectacular beaches, all within reach of Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we are offering this unique opportunity.  

Coordinator ICT Projects and Planning (Project Manager)

Remuneration: Annual salary commencing at $111,424, plus up to 13% superannuation

Closing Date: Sunday 9th March 2025at 11.00pm AEST

No late applications will be accepted.  Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered. Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered. 

Role Overview

Here at Gympie Regional Council, we are passionate about what we do. We offer you a culture that is reflective of this and, as such, you will be working in an organisation that focuses on continuous improvement and promotes innovation at all levels through challenging the status quo to discover new and better ways of doing things.

The purpose of the Coordinator ICT Projects and Planning is to establish and lead a program of work within Council's ICT unit, ensuring the program goals and delivery outcomes are aligned with the objectives and goals of Council.

In addition, the position is responsible for coordinating the department’s budget and operating plans, as well as overseeing and providing guidance to multiple project delivery teams.

Essential Knowledge & Skills:

• Certification in Project Management or similar fields.
• Minimum of five years’ experience leading and delivering complex programs and projects in medium to large size organisations, with experience in procurement.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to deliver impactful and confident presentations to executive level stakeholders, project teams and stakeholders.
• Robust business acumen with ability to problem solve, analyse project impacts and deliver strategic outcomes. Experience in ITIL Change and Organiational Change Management principles and practices.
• Working knowledge of project management software (Basecamp, Sharepoint, MS Project etc).
• Staff and vendor performance evaluation, leadership and organisational skills.
• Training and mentoring existing staff who have limited experience in project management.
• Applying Managing Successful Programs (MSP) methodology.
• Queensland ‘C’ Class driver’s licence that is current and maintained.

Essential Requirements: 

• Develop and implement project management frameworks, templates, processes and governance to ensure provision of accurate project information, consistent outcomes and effective collaboration with other department resources.
• Lead end-to-end delivery of IT projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope and budget. Run the procurement activity to find a technical partner that offers best value for Council.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders and vendors to define project requirements, objectives, and deliverables
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules and documentation, including risk and issue management, and direct the work of project resources and others to ensure successful delivery of the program.
• Ensure compliance with best practice project management methodologies and industry standards for IT networking and security.
• Manage project resources and budgets, providing regular updates and reports to stakeholders.
• Act as a primary point of contact for all project-related activities, addressing issues promptly and effectively.
• Provide expert advice on service delivery levels, product utility and performance.
• Identify emerging issues/risks and their implications and propose solutions.
• Coach and mentor project managers and other employees to continuously improve the capability within the team and Council.
• Deliver reports, analysis and recommendations on function performance, outcomes and future direction.

Position Description

For a full position description containing essential and desirable criteria, please click here. 

Who to Contact

For information regarding the requirements of this role, please contact Council's Manager ICT Operations, Trina Law on 07-5481 0688or email trina.law@gympie.qld.gov.au

For assistance lodging your application using Council's online system, please contact Council's Officer Recruitment, Sue Rossi on 07-5481 0971 or email sue.rossi@gympie.qld.gov.au

 What we offer?

• Nine-day fortnight
• Access to employee health and well-being programs
• Fitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rate
• Long service leave after seven years
• Generous superannuation scheme of up to 13 per cent
• Access to salary sacrificing and salary packaging arrangements
• Employee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families.

Our Values

• Accountability
• Communication
• Customer Service Focused
• Integrity
• Teamwork and Collaboration

For a full explanation of our values please click here.  You will be assessed on your understanding of these values and how you have applied values such as these in your previous employment.

Our Process

Successful applicants will be required to undertake various checks such as skills, qualifications, reference, medical and national police.

Keen to apply? -  Simply follow the instructions below:

1) Download and review the position description above
2) Complete the information below as requested using your personal email. 
3) Click 'APPLY'
4) Attach your resume, covering letter and a single document containing copies of your qualifications, licences or tickets as applicable.
5) Click 'NEXT' and 'CONFIRM'

Please note before continuing: It is advisable that you prepare your responses in a separate word or text document, saving your work as you go and that you then copy and paste this prepared information in the form before completing the application process. Please keep your responses to a maximum 300 words for each question.

Applications close on Sunday 9th March 2025 at 11.00pm AEST. No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered.

Gympie Regional Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.