• Deliver Major Capital Works Projects
• Permanent, diverse, and meaningful role
• Supportive culture with strong career development pathways
Join a team that is passionate about shaping vibrant, sustainable spaces for our community. We are seeking an experienced and motivated professional to deliver a range of building and structural projects within our Capital Works Program. This role involves overseeing the delivery phase of the project lifecycle, from procurement through to construction, ensuring each project delivers outstanding value and quality for our residents. You will play a key role in ensuring our projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality.
Working with us:
At The Hills Shire Council, we live our values of Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Leadership and Safety through the work that we perform for the Community. We are committed to an inclusive, diverse and supportive workplace culture where our people and customers feel respected and valued. Council also prides itself on being a Child Safe Organisation that is committed to promoting the health, safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people in our community.
What this role looks like:
• Administer contracts and control all incoming and outgoing project documentation
• Oversee the tendering, contract administration and project supervision
• Coordinate and supervise contractors and consultants
• Identify project risks and effective mitigation strategies.
• Prepare project briefs
• Plan, manage, and coordinate the delivery of projects across the portfolio
• Provide engineering, operational, and/or environmental advice
• Prepare and deliver project portfolio updates
• Represent Council at community and other forums
• Provide technical advice to management.
What are we seeking from our Senior Capital Works Project Officer:
1. Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction or Project Management
2. White Card – General Construction Induction
3. Driver’s licence (Class C) - NSW
Benefits of working with us:
A salary of $131,947 per annum (including superannuation and car allowance), paid weekly. Opportunities for training to keep your skills up to date. An opportunity for bonus payments and to participate in well being initiatives and benefits available to staff through our EBA and other programs.
Next steps:
Please review the Position Description and apply via Council’s Careers Page, Careers at Council by 5pm on 21 April 2026. As applications will be processed upon receipt, early submission is encouraged.
People with disabilities, who meet the selection criteria, are encouraged to apply. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made or if you need any other assistance with submitting your application, please feel free to contact the HR team at hr@thehills.nsw.gov.au
Please note that recruitment and offers of employment is subject to pre-employment checks including: Psychometric Testing, Reference Checks, Identity Check, Medical checks (including Drug and Alcohol Screening), Working With Children (where applicable), and Criminal History. We assess applications on merit and suitability related to the inherent requirements of the position. Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.
