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addressAddressMelbourne, VIC
CategoryMechanical

Job description

The Opportunity

The Project Coordinator is responsible for providing project coordination and support for the Austroads National Heavy Vehicle Driver Competency Framework project. 

This is a high-profile project agreed by Australia’s transport ministers and will involve: 

  • Enhanced standards for competency and assessment of Heavy Vehicle Drivers 
  • Introduction of online learning and testing 
  • New arrangements to bring in experience-based pathways for higher class Heavy Vehicle licence eligibility 
  • Exploration of potential new licence eligibility conditions based on driver risk 
  • Strengthened training provider oversight and support. 

Responsibilities

Reporting to both the GM Product Development and the Project Director, the role will be responsible for:

  • Project scheduling, including progress tracking and revision 
  • Project budget monitoring and reporting 
  • Project report coordination and quality assurance utilising Austroads project management tools and processes 
  • Maintaining quality system processes and procedures 
  • Delivering secretariat services for internal and external governance groups including organising and administering meetings, preparing meeting packs, coordinating input, analysing and disseminating information on activities and preparing and distributing minutes and actions 
  • Coordination activities including: 
    • assisting with procurement documentation and contract management 
    • assisting with event planning and management of workshops and other stakeholder events 
  • Developing and coordinating input into project governance groups, including:
    • Austroads project management groups 
    • Implementation group 
    • Steering committees 
  • Supporting the reporting requirements for all governance activities 
  • Undertaking day-to-day administrative requirements and assisting with other Austroads activities as required 
  • Contributing to continuous improvement, identifying ways to enhance value for our members and the public. 
  • Maintaining and adhere to Quality Systems processes and procedures associated with the role 
  • Other duties as directed. 

The full position description can be found at www.Austroads.com.au/careers

About You

The successful candidate will possess:

  • The application of project management methodologies and practices 
  • Project scheduling using Microsoft Project 
  • Project monitoring and reporting 
  • Administrative and secretariat functions 
  • Project budget monitoring and forecasting 
  • A knowledge of government authority processes and procedures would be highly regarded 

This role would be suitable for applicants with the following personal qualities:

  • The ability to determine work priorities and complete concurrent tasks and projects to a high standard within strict deadlines 
  • Well-developed written and oral communication skills, as well as negotiation and interpersonal skills 
  • Can-do attitude and willingness to learn 
  • Strong networking and teamworking skills 
  • Strong attention to detail 
  • Professional ethics and integrity 
  • Comfort working in an environment which is constantly evolving 

Employee Benefits

  • Access to Employee Assistance Program for all employees and their immediate family
  • Extra 5 days personal leave per financial year
  • Wellbeing allowance of up to $500 per financial year
  • Flexible working arrangements and hybrid working from home available
  • Additional paid parental leave entitlements
  • Further education and professional development subsidization and leave support. 
  • Access to further professional development through LinkedIn Learning subscription

About Austroads

Austroads is the collective of the Australian and New Zealand transport agencies representing all levels of government. We provide high-quality, practical and impartial advice, information, tools and services to help our members to deliver efficient, reliable and safe mobility to their customers.

Austroads employs approx. 80 people, with a national office and includes Austroads Enterprise business unit, the National Exchange of Vehicle and Driver Information Service (NEVDIS) based in Sydney, staff based in Brisbane, and Transport Certification Australia (TCA) based in Melbourne.

Austroads takes inclusion and diversity seriously. We embrace difference and diversity of identity, experience and thought, and actively strive for inclusive behaviors across our company and our work.

The successful candidate will be required to provide a recently completed National Police Check prior to their commencement with Austroads.

To apply for this role, please press “Quick Apply” and upload your resume and a cover letter explaining your interest in the role, and why you would be an exceptional candidate.

Due to the anticipated volume of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Refer code: 2243559. Austroads - The previous day - 2024-05-23 02:55

Austroads

Melbourne, VIC
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