About the Department The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our broader portfolio are integral to the Australian Government's economic agenda.
Our purpose is to help the government build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology.
We do this by:
Growing innovative & competitive businesses, industries and regions Investing in science and technology Strengthening the resources sector.
The APS and the department offer a clear direction and meaningful work.
You will be able to create positive impact in people's lives whilst contributing to improved outcomes for Australia and our people.
About the team The Property and Place branch enables the department's property portfolio and supports delivery of the department's purpose: to build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient, and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology.
The Property Projects team is responsible for the effective management and delivery of capital projects and programs on behalf of the department with a primary objective to ensure all facilities leased and owned by the department are functional and meet business and operational needs.
The opportunity As a Property Projects Officer, you will have an exciting opportunity to contribute to capital upgrades, improve services and enhancement to the place of work for staff.
What's in it for you?
Our department has a commitment to inclusion and diversity, with an ambition of being the best possible place to work.
This reflects the importance we place on our people and on creating a workplace culture where every one of us is valued and respected for our contribution.
Our ideal candidate adds to this culture and our workplace in their own way.
Our ideal candidate We are looking for a motivated, responsive and energetic person to join our team.
You will develop comprehensive skills in project management, stakeholder engagement, communication and whole-of-government frameworks.
Ability to assist with major and minor office fit outs, office modifications and infrastructure projects.
An understanding of procurement processes and experience in managing multiple procurement process through various stages, whilst ensuring compliance with the Commonwealth Procurement Rules.
Experience in managing sub-contractors, including performance management against contract scope and service level standards.
Ability to maintain project budgets, expenditure and reporting requirements.
Ability to assist the team make continuous process improvement including sharing project management expertise, mentoring and training to other staff to build team capacity.
Availability to travel as required.
What you will do Assist with administering phases of multiple construction-based project works, including scope development, project delivery and close out of projects.
Lead non-complex office modification projects.
Coordinate project delivery processes, including procurement, management of risks, budget and regular project reporting.
Monitor progress against schedule, check quality throughout the delivery period, identify risks and communicate these risks to the relevant stakeholders.
Ensure completed projects are compliant with all relevant statutory, government and end user requirements.
Communicate project information simply and succinctly in written and verbal formats to internal and external stakeholders.
Eligibility To be eligible for employment in the APS and the department, candidates must be Australian Citizens.
Positions require a Baseline security clearance and successful candidates will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.
Notes A merit pool may be established and used to fill future vacancies within 18 months from the date the vacancy was first advertised in the Gazette.
The department does currently offer flexible work opportunities for many roles.
This vacancy is Canberra based, although flexible or remote work arrangements may be considered.
Please reach out to the contact officer to discuss this further.
Application information Your application must not contain any classified or sensitive information.
This includes in your application responses, CV and any other documents.
The selection panel may not consider applications containing classified information.
Please provide a pitch explaining how your skills, knowledge and experience will be relevant to this role and why you are the best candidate for the position.
Your pitch can contain no more than 750 words and should align to the key duties listed above.
Please complete your application online and provide your current CV with your application.
(CVs must be in .doc, .docx, or .pdf format).
Accessible application documentation is available in other formats on request.
Please contact or if you require assistance with your application.
Contact Information For more information regarding this opportunity, please contact Brendan Dal Cortivo on or via email on
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