Project Officer And Project Manager (Infrastructure) Pool

THIS RECRUITMENT POOL WILL REMAIN OPEN FOR A PERIOD OF 12 MONTHS

THIS RECRUITMENT POOL WILL BE USED TO FILL VACANCIES BASED AT FREMANTLE (COMMUTING TO ROTTNEST ISLAND AS REQUIRED)

APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POOL CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON FRIDAY, 8 MARCH 2024

Job Description

Rottnest Island Authority regularly undertakes renewal or upgrade projects as well as the development and delivery of new building and infrastructure projects. The Authority is seeking experienced and qualified Project Managers and Project Officers to manage the design development and construction delivery of new build projects, together with a mix of upgrade and renewal initiatives of the existing infrastructure.

The role of Project Officer supports the coordination of the whole of project life cycle, including:

• Supporting the coordination and delivery of building and infrastructure construction projects at optimal value for money and within set timeframes.
• Supporting the planning and maintenance of a wide range of built assets to attain and preserve maximum operational capacity.
• Contributing to the Capital Works Program.

The role of Project Manager is responsible and accountable for:

• Managing the initiation, planning, development, procurement, execution and closure of renewal, upgrade and greenfield projects to agreed budgets and timeframes.
• Planning and delivering maintenance of a wide range of built assets to attain and preserve maximum operational capacity.
• Contributing to the Strategic Asset Management Plan and Capital Works Program.

Selection Criteria

Applicants should prepare responses to the selection criteria for the role(s) they wish to be considered for.

Project Officer (Level 4 or 5)

Applicants should address the following essential criteria. These should be addressed in no more than two (2) pages in total. Desirable criteria will be assessed as required.

Essential

1. Base-level (Level 4) or considerable (Level 5) technical experience in the initiation, planning, design development, procurement, execution and closure of building or infrastructure construction projects.
2. Developed (Level 4) or well developed (Level 5) verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to successfully develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
3. Developed (Level 4) or well developed (Level 5) written communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports, technical and procurement documents.
4. High level financial and budget management skills in both an operational and Project environment.
5. Well-developed analytical, risk management and problem-solving skills.

Desirable

1. Demonstrated experience in the project management of building and infrastructure construction and maintenance.
2. A tertiary qualification in a relevant field of engineering, project or construction management.
3. Behaviour that reflects Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.

Project Manager (Level 6 or 7)

Applicants should address the following essential criteria. These should be addressed in no more than two (2) pages in total. Desirable criteria will be assessed as required.

Essential

1. Substantial (Level 6) or extensive (Level 7) technical experience in the initiation, planning, design development, procurement, execution and closure of building or infrastructure projects.
2. Well-developed (Level 6) or highly developed (Level 7) verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to successfully develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders and prepare reports to the Board as well as technical and procurement documents.
3. Well-developed analytical, risk management and problem-solving skills.
4. High level financial and budget management skills in both an operational and Project environment.
5. Proactive team player with adaptability and flexibility to manage a diverse workload and competing priorities.
6. An understanding of work, health and safety, and equity and diversity principles and practices.

Desirable

1. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software, specifically Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Project.
2. A tertiary qualification in a relevant field of engineering, project or construction management.
3. Evidence of genuine team player with proactive attitude, adaptability and flexibility to manage a diverse workload and competing priorities.
4. Behaviour that reflects Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.

Note: Successful applicants will be required to possess or obtain a current (issue date not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police Check prior to commencement.

For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the attached Job Descriptions below. The documents attached to this advertisement are available in alternative formats upon request.

Eligibility: To be eligible for permanent appointment, it is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status or a visa with entitlement to live and work in Australia for the term of the contract.

Relocation Costs: A proportion of relocation costs may be covered at the discretion of the RIA.

For Further Job-Related Information: Please contact Martin Marerwa on 0491 378 ***, or further information about the Rottnest Island Authority, please visit https://ria.wa.gov.au/.

Application Instructions:

To allow the selection panel to make an accurate assessment of your application, please submit the following:

• A cover letter. Please ensure you clearly state with role(s) you wish to be considered for.

• A written response addressing the above requested criteria (in no more than two (2) pages).

• A current resume.

To ensure that you submit the required and appropriate information in your application, please read the attached Job Application Kit carefully. All documents attached with your application must be in Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format.

Applicants are encouraged to apply online. To avoid last minute congestion of the system, please endeavour to submit your application well before the closing time.

No late or proforma applications will be accepted.

A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary in order to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.

Substantive Equality Statement

Rottnest Island Authority supports and values diversity and aims to build a workforce that is representative of the community we live in. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse background and people with disability. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.

For adjustments required in the recruitment process, please contact the selection panel convenor.

Appointments may be made from this process within a 12-month period to positions that may be permanent or contract, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.

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