CBIS Project Officer - Capital Works - [Archived Advertisement]

The Opportunity

• Are you experienced in supporting the delivery of capital and minor works projects?
• Collaborative, flexible, innovative workplace that values you and your career development
• Ability to work Part-Time
• Join CSIRO - Australia's premier research organisation
   

CSIRO has a complex property portfolio of owned and leased facilities that comprises over 1,000 buildings spread across 59 locations within Australia and in three countries overseas. This scientific research, (including National Research Infrastructure) and office/administration facilities are diverse in ownership, type of property, age and condition. The property portfolio is managed by CSIRO’s Business and Infrastructure Services unit (CBIS) which has offices in each state. 

The Project Officer - Capital Works will support the planning and delivery of minor, medium and major capital works projects, including construction, refurbishment and environmental sustainability projects, reporting to an assigned Project Manager. These projects are undertaken in a complex environment, with a focus on whole of life capital and operating costs. The role requires the participation in various project activities, including working closely across key stakeholder and contractor groups, in a rapidly changing environment to deliver leading edge project outcomes. 

Your duties will include:

• Support the CBIS Project Manager and CBIS Minor Works Project Manager to plan and deliver capital and minor works projects in Perth and nationally, on time, on budget, and fit for purpose
• Assist the CBIS Project Manager and CBIS Minor Works Project Manager with project delivery responsibilities including procurement, contract management, financial management, risk management, change management and reporting
• Manage the administrative aspects of projects including document management, minute taking, report writing, preparation of presentations and organisation of meetings
• Assist in the preparation of reports and papers for consideration by project governance committees and the CSIRO Executive
• Work collaboratively with user groups, consultants and the CBIS Project Manager to develop user requirements and communicate these throughout the design process

Location: Perth (Kensington), WA
Salary: AU$87k - AU$98k plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure: Specified term of 2 years
Reference: 81461

To be considered you will need:

• Experience in project management, particularly in the planning and successful delivery of project objectives in regards to time, cost, quality and safety
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, contract management, health and safety legislation, and government procurement requirements
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a complex environment with multiple stakeholders and work to achieve outcomes within agreed timeframes 
• Proven experience in the effective use of project management tools, systems and strategies
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a complex environment with multiple stakeholders

For full details about this role please review the Position Description

Eligibility

To be appointed to this position you must be an Australian/New Zealand Citizen, or Australian Permanent Resident currently residing in Australia.

The successful applicant will be required to obtain and provide a National Police Check or equivalent. Additional integrity checks may be required for specific roles which require security clearance for working with children, Australian Government cybersecurity requirements or other identified security roles.

Flexible Working Arrangements

We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. 

Diversity and Inclusion

We are working hard to recruit people representing the diversity across our society, and ensure that all our people feel supported to do their best work and feel empowered to let their ideas flourish. 

About CSIRO

At CSIRO Australia's national science agency, we solve the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. We put the safety and wellbeing of our people above all else and earn trust everywhere because we only deal in facts. We collaborate widely and generously and deliver solutions with real impact. 

Join us and start creating tomorrow today!

How to Apply

Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.

Applications Close

Tuesday 15 February, 11:00pm AEDT