Project Officer
Level 5 | 30 June 2024 with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.
- Opportunity to work on an exciting high-profile project in the South West
- Shaping the future of Bunbury as WA’s Second City
- Working in a small and innovative team
The Opportunity.
Reporting to the Program Director you will support the delivery of the Transforming Bunbury’s Waterfront Project. The $78.1 million Transforming Bunbury’s Waterfront project is a major commitment by the State government to revitalise coastal areas adjacent to the City’s CBD, to facilitate community recreation and unlock opportunities for future marine industry development.
Working with both internal and external stakeholders, the Project Officer will work as part of the TBW Program Office team within The South West Development Commission to support and facilitate the development of the TBW program of works.
For further key responsibilities please see attached JDF.
The Ideal Candidate.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate experience in project management, with the ability to deliver agreed outcomes within a specific timeframes. You will also have well developed interpersonal (including written) skills, problem solving abilities and experience in building relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Practical understanding in regional planning and/or procurement processes will also be well received.
For all essential criteria, please see the attached JDF.
Get ready to apply. It’s simple.
Applying is simple and straightforward. We are committed to developing our people and this presents a unique opportunity to be part of a project that will shape the future of DPIRD working with executive and leadership teams.
Click the Apply for Job button below and submit the following documentation:
- A resume of no more than three (3) pages including details of two (2) referees
- A cover letter of no more than two (2) pages in length demonstrating how your skills, knowledge and experience relating to the content of the advert and all of the Essential Work Related Requirements as listed in the JDF.
Applications will be assessed against these work related requirements of the position. The values and business needs of our Department may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
Our Commitment to Diversity.
DPIRD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an equal opportunity employer. We value and strongly encourage people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people, women and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply for positions within our agency.
Application Information.
For any specific enquiries please contact:
Ashley Clements, Director on 0439 926 664 (during business hours).
To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. To be eligible for a fixed term or a casual appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract and this is required as part of your application.
Subject to appointment, successful applicants will be required to:
- provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy before commencing employment;
- obtain and provide a current National Police Certificate (police clearance) before commencing employment;
- complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement.
This process may be used to fill other similar vacancies throughout the department. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position, the panel may select another suitable applicant from this selection process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from approval of the initial recruitment decision.
Please note, any successful candidate, including current employees of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, will be offered employment subject to the award and agreement conditions that apply to the advertised role as outlined in the attached JDF/s. By accepting an offer of appointment, the successful applicant accepts the conditions and entitlements under the specified award and agreement.
The recruitment process may include online written assessments, psychometric, cognitive or other testing, job related tasks, video or live stream interviews, documentation and reference checks or other assessment methodologies as required. Applicants will be advised of this where necessary.
Please ensure you have plenty of time to submit your application to allow for unanticipated problems, as late and proforma applications will not be accepted. (Please note: Online lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on or after 4:00pm will not be accepted)
CLOSING DATE: 27 April 2021 at 4:00 PM WST
