AO3 Project Support Officer

Job description

Your new company

An exciting opportunity to join a State Government Department who work across diverse environments and help develop industries to meet growing demands.
They are currently seeking a AO3 Project Support Officer to engage in a full-time temporary contract. The experienced candidate will form part of a dedicated team until June 2027, based in Cairns.

Your new role

As part of this opportunity, your key tasks and responsibilities will be the following-
  • Assist in the creation of jobs and supporting materials for field and canine operational and proactive activities.
  • Creation and analysis of GIS data to assist field teams, document field effort, and inform decision-making.
  • Assist the operations team to achieve efficient and effective delivery of operational goals working under direct guidance form the operational s coordinator and in accordance with relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
  • Establish and maintain productive relationships with Program staff and external stakeholders, including landholders, industry groups, government departments, commercial operators and traditional owners.
  • Communicate appropriately in a variety of ways to deliver key Program information to facilitate operational activities.
  • Comply with relevant workplace health and safety policies and procedures and strive for continuous improvement across the operational work environment.
  • Under guidance, carry out risk-based decision making within day-to-day activities, including associated documentation/record keeping.

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this role, you will have previous experience in a similar position within Government or equivalent. You will have Strong organisational skills, time management and attention to detail skills. A current Open “c” class Drivers Licence.
Knowledge of Program field operations, and experience with Microsoft Office programs and GIS software such as ArcGIS would be highly desirable.

What you'll get in return

You will gain the opportunity to work with a Government Department based in Cairns, on a full-time basis (36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday), paying an attractive hourly rate of $51.12 + Super – you will work in a well-established, friendly, and supportive team. Make a difference working in a supportive, collaborative environment.

What you need to do now

If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ or for more information please contact Grace Dunn at Hays on 07 4049 2900 or email

If this job isn't quite right for you, though you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion and visit our website www.hays.com.au to review our current list of available positions.

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Job Summary

  • Published on: 17 Jul, 2026
  • Category: Office Support
  • Vacancy: 1
  • Job type: Temporary
  • Salary:
  • Location: QLD - Cairns
  • Job Nature: Temporary

Company Details

  • Name: Hays
  • Location: QLD - Cairns