Project Officer - New Kitchen Operational and Business Readiness (357999) Department of Justice
Tasmania Prison Service
Applications must be submitted by Wednesday 01 January, 2025 11:55 PM
Award/Classification: Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 5
$96,584.00 to $101,313.00 per annum
Employment type: Fixed-term, full-time
Region: South
Location: Risdon Prison
To support the Assistant Director of Prisons with the planning, coordination, and delivery of various strategic and operational projects aligned with the future state for the new Risdon Kitchen Project. This includes implementing self-catering and genuine meal choice initiatives for Prisoners.
The position of Project Officer, Kitchen Operational and Business Readiness has been funded to support the Assistant Director of Prisons with the planning, coordination, and delivery of various strategic and operational projects aligned with the future state for the new Risdon Kitchen Project.
Details of Appointment Fixed term for a period of 18 months commencing as soon as possible.
This is a day work position working 73.50 hours per fortnight.
We are a diverse and inclusive workplace and understand the importance of flexible working arrangements - talk to us about how this could work for you.
*Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time and/or casual vacancies.
Salary of $96,584 pa. Starting salary negotiable within range subject to experience in a similar role. Annual salary increase within this range in accordance with the Tasmanian State Service Award and Public Service Union Wages Agreement.
In addition to the salary:
11.5% super, access to salary sacrifice and salary packaging. 4 weeks annual leave per year, plus access to purchased leave, leave without pay and State Service accumulated leave scheme. Access to a free, confidential Employee Assistance Program and a range of other service via our dedicated Wellbeing and Support team. Learning, development and career progression opportunities across Tasmania. Duties Assist in the development, implementation, and co-ordination of key strategic and operational projects. This includes providing advice, conducting research on various project issues, analysing best practice, and proposing solutions to relevant Governance bodies with the support of the Assistant Director for Prisons. Actively explore and identify initial pilot opportunities for the Tasmania Prison Service to offer self-catering and genuine meal choices for prisoners, and support their implementation. Develop documentation for project and business operational readiness, including project management, action, commissioning, and implementation plans as well as processes for risk management, monitoring, and review. Prepare submissions and reports for key governance bodies (eg: Tasmania Prison Service Senior Management Team, Southern Corrections Steering Committee and Major Projects Oversight Committee) and support with the facilitation of operational project working groups. Work with the Strategic Infrastructure Projects team to help manage, procure, and deliver furniture, fittings, and equipment for the New Risdon Kitchen Project. Develop and maintain effective and productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders and Output team members. The incumbent can expect to be allocated duties, not specifically mentioned in this document, that are within the capacity, qualifications and experience normally expected from persons occupying positions at this classification level. Pre-employment Checks The Head of State Service has determined that the person nominated for this vacancy is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer.
The following checks are to be conducted:
Arson and fire setting Violent crimes and crimes against the person Sex-related offences Drug and alcohol related offences Crimes involving dishonesty Crimes involving deception Making false declarations Malicious damage and destruction to property Serious traffic offences Crimes against public order or relating to the Administration of Law and Justice Crimes against Executive or the Legislative Power Crimes involving Conspiracy Disciplinary action in previous employment. Relevant tertiary qualifications in hospitality or project management.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents To apply, please provide a Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV. We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
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