Principal Project Officer

Job title : Principal Project Officer
Location : Brisbane
Job type : Contract or Temp
Salary : $71/hour + super
Contact name : Max Power
Contact email : mpower@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : 1669741
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Principal Project Officer to join a high-performing digital transformation team within a large and complex public sector organisation. You’ll play a key role in supporting the delivery of a portfolio of ICT and business improvement projects that are helping to modernise critical public services across Queensland.

Working within a collaborative and supportive environment, this role will suit someone who enjoys managing multiple priorities, engaging with diverse stakeholders, and providing hands-on support across project governance, reporting, procurement, and risk management.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support the delivery of digital and business improvement projects, ensuring alignment with established frameworks, governance, and strategic objectives.
  • Coordinate and manage project documentation, reporting, and governance activities including board papers, minutes, and action tracking.
  • Maintain and update project management tools such as MS Project, SharePoint, and Planner.
  • Monitor project risks, issues, and dependencies, and contribute to mitigation and remediation strategies.
  • Support procurement and financial processes, including purchase orders, invoice processing, and budget reporting.
  • Provide clear, concise advice and reporting to senior management on project progress and performance.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of project management standards, tools, and processes.
About You You’re a proactive, organised and detail-oriented professional with strong communication and coordination skills. You thrive in a busy, multi-stakeholder environment and are comfortable supporting governance, reporting and delivery activities in large programs of work.

To be successful, you will demonstrate:
  • Proven experience supporting project delivery in large, complex organisations (public sector experience highly regarded).
  • Strong understanding of project management methodologies such as PRINCE2 or Agile.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams) and project management software such as MS Project or Planner.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce high-quality reports and documentation.
  • A collaborative mindset and a commitment to delivering outcomes that benefit the community.
For more information or a copy of the position description, please reach out to Max at mpower@sharpandcarter.com.au