This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Project Support Officer to join the Infrastructure and Major Projects Division at the Department of the Premier and Cabinet. Suitable applicants will also be placed in a pool for 12 months, an opportunity is available for permanent appointment.
About Us
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet supports the Premier as head of the Western Australian Government. The Department is a central agency that leads the public sector in providing advice and support to the Premier and Cabinet in their service of the Western Australian Community. For more information about the Department, please visit our website at www.dpc.wa.gov.au.
Infrastructure and Major Projects is a Division of the Department of the Premier and Cabinet and is responsible for, coordinating the planning and presentation of WA's key infrastructure to underpin economic growth, support job creation and deliver on social and environmental goals.
About the Role
As the Project Support Officer, you will provide administrative and project support to the Executive Manager, within Infrastructure and Major Projects Division, whilst monitoring the progress of confidential and routine information.
Applicants are required to submit:
- A current and detailed resume/curriculum vitae; and
- A written application in no more than two (2) pages addressing the below questions, within the context of the essential work related requirements in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
1). In the context of the selection criteria please provide an example of when you have had to prepare correspondence on a sensitive matter relating to a project. Please explain the approach you took and the outcome reached.
2). Provide details on the types of correspondence and reports that you have prepared, including demonstrating your ability to use the Microsoft Suite and other applications.
3). Provide an example of how you have actively contributed to achieving an outcome for a project – describe your role and the tasks you undertook.
Suitable applicants will be required to provide:
- Proof of 100-point identity check (details will be advised after selection).
- A satisfactory National Police Certificate issued by the Western Australia Police.
For Further Job Related Information:
Please contact Ms Claire Toms, Executive Manager on (08) 6552 6462 (not to be contacted for assistance with lodging your application).
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and encourage applications from a diverse field, including Indigenous Australians, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, youth, and people with disability which is supported by our Workforce and Diversity Plan.
How to Apply:
Click the ‘Apply for Job' button at either the top or bottom of this advertisement to submit your application.
If you experience any difficulties with submitting your application or downloading the attachments in this advertisement, please contact HR Consultant, Janet Peters on (08) 6552 6652.
Applications are to be received no later than 4:00pm, Wednesday 20 November 2019.
Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application as late and pro-forma applications will not be accepted.
Subsequent vacancies:
Applicants who are found suitable, but not recommended for the vacancy, may be considered for subsequent vacancies in accordance with Part 5 (General Appointment) of the Commissioner’s Instructions No.2: Filling a Public Sector Vacancy.
