Project Controls Support Officer
QLD - Cairns
Temporary
Job description
Your new company
Hays is partnering with a Queensland Government organisation responsible for delivering critical infrastructure projects that support communities and economic growth across Far North Queensland. Due to ongoing programme demands, an opportunity has become available for a Project Controls Support Officer to join a collaborative and high-performing team based in Cairns CBD.
Your new role
As the Project Controls Support Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the coordination, reporting, financial monitoring, and governance activities across a significant infrastructure programme. Working closely with Project Managers and delivery teams, you will help ensure project information remains accurate, reporting obligations are met, and project risks, actions, and milestones are effectively tracked.
Your responsibilities will include maintaining project control data and registers, supporting programme reporting and forecasting activities, monitoring schedules and project performance, processing accounts payable and contract payment certificates, and assisting with governance and document control requirements. You will be instrumental in providing reliable programme information to support informed decision-making and successful project delivery.
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
- Previous experience in project control, project support, project administration, or programme coordination.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage complex project information and reporting requirements.
- Experience supporting financial monitoring, forecasting, scheduling, governance, or reporting activities.
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word, and reporting tools.
- The ability to identify and escalate risks, monitor project actions, and coordinate competing priorities.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams.
- Experience within infrastructure, construction, engineering, or government environments will be highly regarded.
What you'll get in return
- Attractive hourly rate of $51.13 per hour plus superannuation
- Contract through to August 2027 – Potential 12-month extension
- Convenient Cairns CBD location
- Opportunity to contribute to high-profile infrastructure projects that have a lasting impact across Far North Queensland
- Ongoing support from your dedicated Hays consultant throughout the assignment
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: 11 Aug, 2026
- Category: Office Support
- Vacancy: 1
- Job type: Temporary
- Salary:
- Location: QLD - Cairns
- Job Nature: Temporary
Company Details
- Name: Hays
- Location: QLD - Cairns