This is a twelve (12) month fixed term, full-time position commencing ASAP with possible extension.
The Infrastructure Division is responsible for the planning, construction and maintenance of the Department’s schools and building facilities. Infrastructure services and supports:
1. school and facility planning
2. capital works on new and existing schools
3. maintenance of existing schools
4. management and operational support of school facilities and resources.
The Role
The Principal Project Officer implements the capital works program, capital projects, minor works and maintenance, capital resource sharing and matters relating to school facilities. They assess demographic changes within localities under its control and present recommendations to the Manager regarding the need for acquisition or disposal of assets, including land and the placement and relocation of temporary classrooms.
If successful, you will ensure facilities meet curriculum driven standards and that these standards are maintained. You will be required to negotiate with school staff and communities regarding priority of needs, development of feasibility studies and determines budgets for individual projects.
Professional Benefits
5. We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
6. 11.5% employer contributed superannuation, increasing to 12% by July 2025.
7. Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part-time arrangements
8. Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
9. Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
10. Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
11. Modern end of trip facilities/changerooms
12. Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Ty Vandertogt, Manager, Maintenance and Program Delivery on 0473 021 224 or by emailing
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Equity and Diversity
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Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
13. be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
14. consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
15. obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
16. A CV of up to five (5) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
17. A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF: Demonstrated substantial knowledge and understanding of the processes relating to the formation of capital works and maintenance budgets and experience in the management of their implementation, together with knowledge of issues and trends in education facilities planning and implementation.Demonstrated highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, including negotiation, facilitation and consultation skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals and groups to achieve required project/program outcomes.Demonstrated highly developed conceptual, analytical and problem solving skills within an organisational management context and the ability to provide innovative solutions to complex problems and issues.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE930555
Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 15 November 2024