EXPRESSION OF INTEREST – PROJECT MANAGERS AND PROJECT ENGINEERS

Best suited for: Australian citizens, Permanent Residents, New Zealand citizens, and Subclass 485 / 491 / 191 visa holders who seeking an exceptional regional sector job experience in Lismore, New South Wales.

About this opportunity

A high-responsibility, field-based asset restoration opportunity is available for Project Managers and Project Engineers within the Flood Restoration Portfolio (FRP) at Lismore City Council. Offered on a fixed-term contract basis (35 hours per week / 70 hours per fortnight) extending through to 31 December 2027, this critical position reports directly to the Portfolio's Project Directors. Based out of the Flood Portfolio Office in Lismore with field operations spanning multiple regional construction sites, the role provides flexible working options aligned with operational parameters. The successful candidate will act as a pivotal link supporting the Roads and Bridges Project Director, actively supervising civil works across roads, stormwater systems, bridges, and pedestrian infrastructure. This role carries a formal "Officer" designation under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011, making it an ideal career move for an agile civil supervisor dedicated to driving rigorous build assurance, commercial acumen, and structural resilience for the Lismore community.

Job Summary

• Employer Name: Lismore City Council
• Employment Type: Contract (35 hours per week / 70 hours per fortnight up to 31 December 2027)
• Required Education & Experience: Relevant qualifications in Engineering, Project Management, or a closely related discipline, paired with proven knowledge and practical experience applying civil construction, contract administration, and project management principles across civil infrastructure, roads, bridges, water, or waste management sectors.
• Work Arrangement: On-site
• Employment Location: Lismore, New South Wales (NSW), Australia
• Salary: Salary will be subject to the Local Government (State) Award and relevant Council policy.
• Application Deadline: 02 August 2026 (Encouraged to apply earlier, the applications accepted until a suitable candidate pool is established)

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily civil construction and landscape operations across multiple active restoration sites simultaneously.
• Undertake systematic field surveillance, site inspections, and structural condition assessments of regional civil infrastructure.
• Capture, upload, analyze, and report on field data regarding defects, structural risks, or maintenance needs, transferring asset data to the central Asset Management System.
• Drive on-site compliance with all statutory Council legislation, state safety standards, Build Assurance Audits, and Government regulations.
• Conduct site pre-start meetings, coordinate toolbox talks, handle site inductions, and manage foundational document control, including purchase orders and site diaries.
• Assist senior team members with the formatting of service programs, tactical scoping, financial forecasting, and the preparation of construction estimates.
• Deploy robust commercial acumen to recognize project variations under contract, form detailed extension of time (EOT) claims, and handle delay mitigation via schedule adjustments.
• Investigate, document, and resolve incoming customer service requests and site enquiries from the community with a clear customer service focus.
• Fulfill formal legislative obligations as an identified "Officer" under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 and adhere to Designated Person provisions in the Code of Conduct.

Skills & Requirements

• Construction Project Management: Strong technical knowledge of civil works, construction principles, contract administration, and practical quality assurance frameworks.
• Commercial Acumen: Substantial background tracking project variations, evaluating claims, monitoring site progress against schedules, and managing contractor outputs harmoniously.
• Organisational Skills: Well-developed time management and business planning skills to meet tight project milestones in a high-pressure, high-volume environment.
• Systems & Literacy: High computer literacy across standard databases (Word, Excel) alongside specialized corporate records and Council information management tools (such as Authority, Content Manager, and BIS).

Benefits

• Employment guidelines, entitlements, and conditions protected under the **Local Government (State) Award**.
• Great work-life balance backed by **flexible work options** operating in accordance with Council's infrastructure needs.
• The unique professional opportunity to help pilot the single largest public infrastructure restoration project ever undertaken by local government in NSW.
• Potential inclusion in a talent merit pool, which may be utilized to fill matching vacancies arising across the organization within **six months**.
• Living and working in a flourishing Northern Rivers setting, combining World Heritage rainforest reserves and arts scenes with easy access to Byron Bay and the Gold Coast.

Important Applicant Information

• Application Method: Qualified site supervisors must apply formally via Council's online careers portal, attaching an updated resume and clear responses demonstrating capability against the role responsibilities. For specific job details, contact Jennifer McEwen, HR Business Partner, on 0428 522 907.
• Submission Tip: Given the explicit statutory alignment of this role, guarantee that your application explicitly mentions your engineering qualifications, White Card status, and direct familiarity with local government software tools or contract administration practices.

Eligible applicants include:

• Australian citizens
• Permanent Residents (PR)
• New Zealand citizens
• Subclass 485 / 491 / 191 visa holders

About The Employer

Lismore City Council is a proud equal opportunity employer focused on pulling together a diverse, flexible, and global talent pool to cultivate a resilient, vibrant regional community. Rebuilding critical road, bridge, waste management, and wastewater assets following the 2022 natural disasters, Council fosters a highly collaborative, solution-focused environment. Adjustments can be integrated seamlessly across the application and interview pipeline to support disabled applicants; interested operators can consult the People and Culture division via 02 6625 0500 or people@lismore.nsw.gov.au.

Applicant Safety & Screening Reminder

• Mandatory Verification: Employment activation remains subject to pre-employment background screening, which may involve health assessments, right to work validation, credential checking, criminal history reviews, psychometric profiling, and referee tracking.
• Security Warning: Legitimate New South Wales local government recruiters do not demand financial enrollment fees, background check deposits, or software purchasing bonds from job seekers. Never distribute personal financial account numbers or your Tax File Number (TFN) during introductory screening actions.

Original Source: Lismore City Council Recruitment Portal — Expression of Interest - Project Managers and Project Engineers (LCC2021)