Who we are looking for
Willingness to work within flexible work requirements including, but not limited to, shift work, on-call and some weekend work as required and within current and any future Enterprise Agreement/ Certified agreement requirements.
Applicants must be an Australian citizen, have relevant qualifications and have the ability to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting 1 security clearance.
The successful applicant will be subject to a medical assessment and may be required to pass a functionality test to determine fitness-for-duty prior to appointment. Applicants must demonstrate and maintain a physical capacity to perform the full range of duties including but not limited to bending, lifting heavy tools/equipment as well as undertaking and maintaining the training requirements associated with the Duty Statement of this position. Fitness-for-duty may also be re-assessed at regular intervals after appointment.
Job Specific Requirements :
1. Demonstrated experience in a logistical and/or loading dock environment.
2. Demonstrated high level administrative skills.
3. Demonstrated stakeholder engagement with a client focused approach.
4. The successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting 1 (Confidential/Highly Protected/Secret) security clearance.
At DPS, we acknowledge the value diversity brings. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that ensures all our people can contribute to our shared purpose. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, mature age people, people from diverse backgrounds and people with disability.
Duty Statement
Classification: Parliamentary Service Level 6
Branch: Property Services Branch
Section: Maintenance Services
Immediate supervisor: Assistant Director
Under limited/general direction undertake duties in accordance with the agreed standards for the Parliamentary Service Level 6 classification. The duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Lead a small team responsible for timely and efficient provision of collection and distribution services in Australian Parliament House (APH).
2. In collaboration with the Planning and Quality Branch, lead a small team responsible for managing the department’s furniture relocations within APH.
3. Oversee and contribute to the management of logistics fleet and related equipment throughout its entire lifecycle including purchasing, maintenance, and disposal activities.
4. Manage the Departments waste collection arrangements ensuring services meet the client and stakeholder needs and expectations.
5. Perform the duties of a Contract Manager in the administration of a small number of waste removal and delivery services contracts.
6. Undertake a range of planning activities to ensure service delivery is maintained during times of heighted activity or as a result of an unanticipated service disruption (business continuity / recovery).
7. Undertake a range of risk management activities to ensure all logistic services comply with Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) Legislation, Regulations, and other standards.
8. Develop and maintain policies and procedures that provide clear guidance on the provision and management of logistic services.
9. Perform the role of the department’s Disposal Official including providing advice and coordinating the disposal of departmental assets.
10. Propose and facilitate innovation initiatives that contribute to business improvements.
Employees of DPS are required to be able, and to be seen to be able, to provide professional advice and services to all Senators and Members without favour or prejudice.
How to apply
Please upload a pitch (750 words maximum) describing how your skills and experience would contribute to the role and work of the department.
Your pitch is an opportunity to tell us why you want to work at DPS, why you are interested in the role and what you can offer in the role. Frame your pitch around the role description and relevant. Make sure to use relevant examples and accomplishments that demonstrate your ability to perform the role.
Our purpose and values
We proudly provide innovative, unified, and client-focused services to the Australian Parliament and parliamentarians. We are a values driven department, placing our values at the heart of everything we do; from our service offerings and decision making to our interactions with stakeholders and each other.
Our people are employed in a broad and unique range of professional, customer service and trade-based roles, all joined by a shared purpose: to make an enduring contribution to Australia’s parliamentary democracy. We have an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. While we come from all walks of life, we share a commitment to care for and protect our iconic workplace.
Every year, almost one million people visit Australian Parliament House to experience the parliamentary process, the building’s architecture, nationally significant art collections, events, tours, and food and dining experiences – all made possible by our people, who are active participants in an environment where no two days are the same.
What we can offer
Join our community based on innovative, unified, and client-focused services, where your skills and development will be nurtured. You will also enjoy:
• access to flexible work arrangements
• ongoing opportunities to learn and develop new capabilities
• a competitive remuneration package
• free secure underground parking
• free gym membership and access to recreational facilities
• on-site childcare, banking services, post office, value-for-money dining options and more.
Salary
Currently, the salary range for this position is $94,259 - $105,941 per annum.