Associate Project Manager

Division/Section: Infrastructure and Operations / Capital Delivery

Position Type: Permanent Full Time (9 day fortnight, 36.25 hours/week)

Salary Range: Base Salary $91,374 - $95,366 per annum + super

Location: 143 Walker Street, Townsville

Application Close: 11:45pm, Wednesday 24 June 2026

We’re looking for an Associate Project Manager to join our Capital Delivery team and help keep our projects on track from start to finish.

In this role, you’ll support the planning, coordination and day-to-day running of projects, making sure everything stays organised, on budget and moving along as it should. You’ll work closely with Project Managers, help manage communication with staff, contractors and the community, and keep an eye on quality, costs and timelines. You’ll also help identify and manage risks early so projects can be delivered safely and successfully.

This is a great opportunity to build your project management skills and grow your career while being part of a team that delivers real outcomes for the community.

Qualifications And Experience

Ideally you will have:

• Diploma qualifications in project management, or equivalent (desirable).
• Current unrestricted Queensland “C” class licence.
• Construction Industry White Card (30215 QLD) or ability to obtain.
• Experience in capital infrastructure works (e.g. design, construction, procurement, contract management) (desirable).
• Demonstrated exemplary interpersonal and communication skills with experience in multi-faceted stakeholder management.
• A high level of organisational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines as well as work autonomously.

For Further Information Review The Position Description.

Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia. We’re committed to supporting our people through a strong focus on work–life balance, a positive and inclusive culture, and a shared passion for making a meaningful impact in our community.

We have a range of benefits that confirm this commitment:

• 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
• 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
• 14 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Domestic and Family Violence Leave
• Natural Disaster Leave
• Annual wage progression
• Up to *13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members
• Salary Sacrifice opportunities
• Access to a range of learning and development opportunities, including on-the-job learning and formal training programs
• Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected health and wellbeing facilities
• Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses
• Employee Assistance Program
• The Council contribution to employees' superannuation for contributing employees shall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary time earnings subject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of their ordinary time earnings.

Contact Person: Abby (Project Director)

Contact Phone: 0458 405 506 (during business hours and for position enquiries only)

How To Apply

Your application can be submitted through the 'Apply' button. Please include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achieve success in this role. We also will require your resume which should confirm any licences and qualifications your hold.

For Further Information Review The Position Description.

We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply!

All successful candidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process. Please be aware Townsville City Council has a ‘zero tolerance’ policy to drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact [email protected] or phone 07 4727 9004 for a confidential discussion.

Attachments

• Associate PM_PD.pdf