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Business Analyst / Project Manager
Our Team is our difference. Our Place is our pride. Our Impact is felt everyday.
Temporary/Max Term Full-time
Closes in 2 weeks
Closes Sun 8 September 2026
Closes
Sun 8 September 2026
Category
Information Communication & Technology
Location
Maroochydore
Type
Temporary/Max Term Full-time
$103K – $11+K Total Remuneration Package (pro-rata)
$+1K – $105K Base Salary (pro-rata)
Location: Maroochydore
Vacancy No: 5453
Temporary - Full-time (until June 2026)
Applications close: Sunday, 08 September 2026 11:5+pm AEST
Why work with us?
At Council, we’re proud of our region. We collaborate with community to achieve truly sustainable outcomes, enhance our enviable lifestyle, and create award-winning places and spaces that are uniquely Sunshine Coast. So, if you love it here as much as we do, and you want to shape our region for the future – you’ll want to join our team!
With the vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region - Healthy, Smart, and Creative, council is at the forefront of delivering a number of region-shaping projects that will see the region become a hub for innovation, entrepreneurship and creativity, along with opportunities and a lifestyle for all to enjoy.
About the Role
The Digital and Information Services (DIS) branch delivers responsive and transformative information and technology, enabling council to be a leader in providing innovative and sustainable services to its communities.
The focus of the role is to capture business requirements, develop project plans, and manage multidisciplinary teams to deliver project outcomes for the DIS branch and the business.
About you
You will be performing business process analysis, system, data, risk and issue analysis. You will conduct market research, develop business cases, and evaluate application solutions.
You would have demonstrated experience in leading the delivery of IT projects including but not limited to; working with the business to prioritise project deliverables, and risk management and reporting. You will develop project plans, manage budget and resources to ensure the delivery of business outcomes.
You will perform procurement activities, including vendor evaluation, contract and service agreement reviews, formation and monitoring of budgets, and vendor and service performance monitoring.
As a requirement of this role, you will have obtained a degree in Information Technology, Information Systems or Computer Science, and/or have relevant industry experience in business systems analysis, project delivery and project management. You would have strong time management and organisation skills to develop plans, coordinate actions, gain cooperation and deliver outcomes, and have strong analytical problem solving and evaluation skills with the capacity to examine complex problems and develop innovative for their resolution to a diverse client base.
Appointment to this position is subject to the satisfactory completion of a Criminal History Check and pre-employment medical assessment.
Our Culture & Employee Benefits
Council is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally diverse, healthy, skilled and dedicated workplace culture. As an employee you will enjoy a range of benefits and working styles to suit you:
Wellbeing: Your wellbeing is important to us therefore we offer a number of different initiatives such as discounted health related memberships, fitness passport, employee assistance program and development opportunities.
Flexibility: We know it is important to balance life and work, therefore we offer flexible working including a +-day fortnight and a hybrid WFH model that help you be your best.
Extras: Those extras make a difference therefore we offer salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation, smartphones and devices. We also pay you 17.5% leave loading and generous Superannuation where council will contribute 12% Superannuation in addition to your 6% superannuation contribution.
How to apply
Your written application should include:
A 1-2 page cover letter demonstrating your ability to fulfil the mandatory and desirable requirements on the Position Profile. Keep the key responsibilities in mind when addressing this criteria; and
A current resume or curriculum vitae.
Once you have these two documents ready, click ‘Apply Now’ and follow the prompts to complete your application.
Further Information
Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website.
To learn more about Council’s vision and projects, you can view the Corporate Plan 2026-2027.
For specific enquiries contact HR Team via email [email protected] and include V5453 in subject line.
At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion and ****** orientation. To deliver the best service to our region we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.
Business Analyst / Project Manager
Our Team is our difference. Our Place is our pride. Our Impact is felt everyday.
Temporary/Max Term Full-time
Closes in 2 weeks
Closes Sun 8 September 2026
Closes
Sun 8 September 2026
Category
Information Communication & Technology
Location
Maroochydore
Type
Temporary/Max Term Full-time
$103K – $11+K Total Remuneration Package (pro-rata)
$+1K – $105K Base Salary (pro-rata)
Location: Maroochydore
Vacancy No: 5453
Temporary - Full-time (until June 2026)
Applications close: Sunday, 08 September 2026 11:5+pm AEST
Why work with us?
At Council, we’re proud of our region. We collaborate with community to achieve truly sustainable outcomes, enhance our enviable lifestyle, and create award-winning places and spaces that are uniquely Sunshine Coast. So, if you love it here as much as we do, and you want to shape our region for the future – you’ll want to join our team!
With the vision to be Australia’s most sustainable region - Healthy, Smart, and Creative, council is at the forefront of delivering a number of region-shaping projects that will see the region become a hub for innovation, entrepreneurship and creativity, along with opportunities and a lifestyle for all to enjoy.
About the Role
The Digital and Information Services (DIS) branch delivers responsive and transformative information and technology, enabling council to be a leader in providing innovative and sustainable services to its communities.
The focus of the role is to capture business requirements, develop project plans, and manage multidisciplinary teams to deliver project outcomes for the DIS branch and the business.
About you
You will be performing business process analysis, system, data, risk and issue analysis. You will conduct market research, develop business cases, and evaluate application solutions.
You would have demonstrated experience in leading the delivery of IT projects including but not limited to; working with the business to prioritise project deliverables, and risk management and reporting. You will develop project plans, manage budget and resources to ensure the delivery of business outcomes.
You will perform procurement activities, including vendor evaluation, contract and service agreement reviews, formation and monitoring of budgets, and vendor and service performance monitoring.
As a requirement of this role, you will have obtained a degree in Information Technology, Information Systems or Computer Science, and/or have relevant industry experience in business systems analysis, project delivery and project management. You would have strong time management and organisation skills to develop plans, coordinate actions, gain cooperation and deliver outcomes, and have strong analytical problem solving and evaluation skills with the capacity to examine complex problems and develop innovative for their resolution to a diverse client base.
Appointment to this position is subject to the satisfactory completion of a Criminal History Check and pre-employment medical assessment.
Our Culture & Employee Benefits
Council is committed to creating an inclusive, culturally diverse, healthy, skilled and dedicated workplace culture. As an employee you will enjoy a range of benefits and working styles to suit you:
Wellbeing: Your wellbeing is important to us therefore we offer a number of different initiatives such as discounted health related memberships, fitness passport, employee assistance program and development opportunities.
Flexibility: We know it is important to balance life and work, therefore we offer flexible working including a +-day fortnight and a hybrid WFH model that help you be your best.
Extras: Those extras make a difference therefore we offer salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation, smartphones and devices. We also pay you 17.5% leave loading and generous Superannuation where council will contribute 12% Superannuation in addition to your 6% superannuation contribution.
How to apply
Your written application should include:
A 1-2 page cover letter demonstrating your ability to fulfil the mandatory and desirable requirements on the Position Profile. Keep the key responsibilities in mind when addressing this criteria; and
A current resume or curriculum vitae.
Once you have these two documents ready, click ‘Apply Now’ and follow the prompts to complete your application.
Further Information
Helpful information to assist you in completing your application is available on the Sunshine Coast Council website.
To learn more about Council’s vision and projects, you can view the Corporate Plan 2026-2027.
For specific enquiries contact HR Team via email [email protected] and include V5453 in subject line.
At Sunshine Coast Council, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background including First Nations, disability, religion and ****** orientation. To deliver the best service to our region we want a workforce that reflects the diverse community that we serve. Sunshine Coast Council strongly encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Business Analyst | Project Manager position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Maroochydore offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
