AddressThe Accommodation Planner, reporting directly to the Head of Property Services, will be responsible for the planning of appropriate accommodation for the Bureau's staff and contracted personnel. The Accommodation Planner will plan, develop, and implement accommodation policies and strategies that are consistent with the Bureau's accommodation principles. A key focus of the role will be monitoring and managing the utilisation of office accommodation across the Bureau's portfolio and developing strategies that ensure the efficient use of space.
The successful applicant will possess the following attributes:
- Results focused with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
- Experience with accommodation space management and planning systems such as Serraview, AutoCAD, Microsoft Visio.
- Well-developed analytical skills.
- The ability to operate with a strategic focus.
The key duties of the position include
The responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:
- Complying with all Bureau work, health and safety policies and procedures, and taking reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of employees, contractors and visitors who may be affected by your conduct.
- Manage the provision of office accommodation and related services including:
- Assessing business needs and requirements.
- Planning and the management of periodic re-stacking activities.
- Stakeholder engagement and relationship management, providing guidance, advice and recommendations as required
- Manage procurements and contracts that support accommodation planning activities.
- Manage and maintain the content of the Bureau's space management system.
- Collect, collate and maintain data related to the Bureau's office environment including utilisation, occupancy numbers, density and cost per sqm.
- Responsible for the Whole of Australian Government reporting relating to the Australian Government Property Register (AGPR).
- Contribute to the development of strategies, policies and procedures relevant to the Bureau's property portfolio.
- Provide supervision and guidance to the Property Data Coordinator ensuring a work environment that supports teamwork, cooperation, performance excellence and personal success.
