Up to 27 months full-time fixed term appointment with possibility of further term and/or permanent appointment.

Help deliver projects that shape the future of vocational education and training

About the role
Are you highly organised, curious, proactive and looking to build your career in project management?

South Regional TAFE is establishing a new Project Management Office (PMO) to support the delivery of major Commonwealth and State funded initiatives, including projects that will influence workforce development, industry partnerships, student success and innovation across the vocational education and training sector.

As the Project Support Officer, you will work alongside the Manager Strategic Projects and PMO as part of a small, high-performing team delivering projects of regional, state and national significance.

This is an opportunity to gain exposure to project management, governance, stakeholder engagement, research, reporting and strategic initiatives while developing valuable skills that will support your future career growth.

What you’ll be doing
You will support successful project delivery by:

• Coordinating project activities and schedules across multiple projects.
• Supporting governance processes, working groups and steering committees.
• Preparing reports, meeting papers, minutes and project documentation.
• Maintaining project registers, action plans and reporting systems.
• Assisting with stakeholder engagement activities, workshops and events.
• Supporting research, evaluation and information gathering activities.
• Monitoring project milestones and reporting obligations.
• Assisting with procurement, travel and financial administration activities.
• Working with internal and external stakeholders to support project outcomes.

What we’re looking for
We're seeking someone who enjoys variety, takes initiative and can bring structure to a busy environment.

You will bring:

• Experience in project support, administration, coordination or business support roles.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Strong Microsoft 365 and digital administration skills.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• A proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused approach.

Qualifications in project management, business administration or a related field will be well regarded, but are not essential.

Why Join us
At South Regional TAFE (SRT), you will be part of an organisation that is dedicated to delivering a diverse range of nationally recognised programs throughout the Great Southern and South West regions of Western Australia. With a presence spanning 12 campuses from Bunbury to Esperance and from Albany to Narrogin, we offer flexible delivery options, including on-site, online and workplace-based programs. This plays a critical role in building a skilled regional workforce and supporting local communities.

We offer a supportive and flexible working environment, along with a range of benefits including:

• Salary packaging/sacrifice facility
• 12% employer superannuation contribution
• Deferred salary scheme – receive 80% salary for four years with the fifth year as a paid sabbatical leave from the workplace
• Thirteen weeks paid long service leave after 7 years
• Fifteen days personal leave
• Four weeks annual leave and an option to accrue ten additional days extra leave each year
• Flexible working hours
• Paid parental leave – 18 weeks
• Up to Five (5) days Cultural Leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders

We are an equal opportunity employer and we continually strive to strengthen the diversity and capability of our workforce to reflect the rich diversity of our student community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people (24 years of age and under), people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and women in non-traditional areas.

For Further Job Related Information
Please contact Recruitment, 63713670 or Recruitment@srtafe.wa.edu.au     

The selection Process
The selection process for this position will including the following:

• Face to face / Teams interviews in the week from 09.09.2026 to 16.09.2026
• Referee checks

How to Apply
Please refer to the Job Description Form for full position details and the Application Information as these documents will assist you with the preparation of your application.

Applicants are required to apply online and submit by the closing date detailed below.

• A comprehensive Resume including two professional referees
• A written application addressing the selection criteria outlined in the attached Job Description Form.

Advertised Reference Number: SRG069.26S

To submit your application, please click on the Apply for Job button.

If you are experiencing any technical difficulties, please contact Establishment and Recruitment on (08) 9203 3735. 

Other Conditions and Eligibility
Eligibility for employment is subject to obtaining a satisfactory Department of Education Criminal Clearance. If this position involves contact with children, the recommended occupant will also be required to obtain a Working with Children (WWC) Card.

That you can live and work in Australia (e.g. Australian citizen, permanent residency status or current visa holder).

This selection process may be used to identify suitable applicants for similar vacancies that arise within the next twelve months.

Should no suitable applicant be identified, or an offer declined, the panel may search for further applicants beyond the closing date.

SR TAFE has a shutdown period of up to 12 working days over Christmas/New Year. Arrangements for paid leave in advance or leave without pay during the shutdown period will be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Please note…
The onus is on the applicant to ensure that their application is received by the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

Applications close Friday 4 September 2026 at 4:00pm (WST).