Senior Project Officer

THE ROLE
Senior Project Officer

This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity for an experienced construction Senior Project Officer to support project delivery for the Planned Asset Improvements Unit of Homes Victoria's Asset Management Branch. The Senior Project Officer is a key role in a collaborative team focused on the management and delivery of housing upgrade works on high-rise precincts throughout Victoria. The position will be responsible for the upgrade of fire services within Community Care Facilities and broader asset classes.

The role will require a dynamic, flexible and experienced candidate with experience in all facets of project management including coordinating procurement processes and contract management, providing authoritative advice, and building strong stakeholder relationships to deliver key project outcomes.

Are you

• Experienced in the management and delivery of residential building industry contracts with multiple stakeholders
• A cooperative team member who works well with others in pursuit of team goals, collaborates and shares information, with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Good at researching, preparing and executing project reports and briefings and/or technical specifications for fire services projects

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

•            Contribute to the full life cycle of projects to meet departmental objectives including:

              o            Undertaking research, analysis and implementation of projects based on defined outcomes and outputs.

              o            Managing projects or sub-projects and being accountable for the successful delivery and completion of the projects/sub-projects within resourcing, timeline and budget                              parameters. 

              o            Monitoring and evaluating projects to ensure departmental objectives are met.

•            Provide authoritative advice to internal and external stakeholders and prepare and present detailed reports, ministerial briefs, cabinet and agency submissions on complex                          matters.

•            Build and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders to facilitate a partnership approach.

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HOW TO APPLY

All VPS employees (and ex-VPS employees with extended access to the Jobs and Skills Exchange website) MUST apply via the Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) <https://jse.vic.gov.au/user/login?destination=/new-home-page> portal.

Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria. 
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process. 
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)

Please apply to submit your interest in this position.