Griffith City Council | Project Officer - Energy Futures (Fixed Term) (Regional)

Details of the offer

Reference Number: 1812
Closing Date: 09-01-2025
Employment Type: Permanent Casual (End on 3rd April 2026)
Location: Regional
Western Downs Regional Council has been awarded the Queensland Large Employer of the Year for the Darling Downs South West Region for 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024.

Be part of a team that makes a real difference within the communities we serve.
Our mission drives us, and we want you to be part of the journey.

About the Opportunity The Project Officer - Energy Futures will support the delivery of the Regional Economic Futures Fund (REFF) project.
The project focuses on supporting the Western Downs communities to seize the industry development opportunities presented by global decarbonisation in pursuit of a diverse economy and strong economic growth for the region.

This position is fixed term until 3 April 2026.
This position can be based at any of our major regional centres (Dalby/Chinchilla/Miles/Tara/Wandoan).

Your Responsibilities Advocate for renewable energy policies and initiatives that benefit the Western Downs region, ensuring stakeholders are well-informed and supportive.
Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, ensuring clear, consistent, and transparent communication throughout the term of the project.
Develop detailed project plans, outlining objectives, timelines, resources, and key milestones for the energy futures initiatives.
Manage, organise, coordinate, and oversee the execution of project activities, ensuring they are designed with mutually reinforcing outcomes for all stakeholders and completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
Guide and enable partnership projects of strategic relevance with attention to outcomes reporting and monitoring, evaluation, learning, and continuous improvement.
This role is full time, working 36.25 hours per week with a fortnightly RDO.

About Yourself A person in this position will need:
A Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Public Policy, Business Administration, or a related field.
Stakeholder Relationship Management, Project Management qualification, or similar.
Relevant experience in project management, stakeholder engagement, or a related role, preferably within the renewable energy sector.
Renewable energy, coexistence, or energy systems experience.
Mandatory Vaccinations (or a valid and verifiable contraindication) are to be evidenced when requested by Council.

Benefits of Working for WDRC Work / Life Balance: Enjoy flexible work arrangements and wellness programs designed to keep you at your best.
Superannuation: Council will contribute twelve (12) percent, including the superannuation guarantee contribution.
Growth Opportunities: We invest in your growth through skill development, mentorship, and career advancement.
Corporate Health Plan: Join one of our Corporate Health Plans to improve your health.
Health & Wellbeing Program: Access support and information to help you live better.
Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling support available.
Salary Packaging: Restructure your salary to pay for everyday living expenses.
Allowances: Locality Allowance may be applicable to your position.
Leave Loading: 17.5% leave loading on top of your base rate of pay during Annual Leave.
Uniforms and PPE: Provided for your safety.
Job Security: Work for an organisation that values respect, balance, communication, teamwork, accountability, and leadership.
If you are looking to join an innovative and dynamic company that provides staff with work-life balance and opportunities for growth, this may be the role for you.
Be part of the community you serve.
TOGETHER WE MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE.

Applications close at 5.00pm AEST on Thursday 9 January 2025.

Additional Information The recruitment process may include candidates undergoing a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing.

WDRC reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date or extend the closing date without prior notice.

Note: Candidates using mobile devices are strongly advised to use a desktop computer to complete the application forms as they require extensive amounts of typing.

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