AddressAbout the Department
The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our broader portfolio are integral to the Australian Government’s economic agenda. Our purpose is to help the government build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology. We do this by:
- Growing innovative & competitive businesses, industries and regions
- Investing in science and technology
- Strengthening the resources sector.
- Canberra
- Applications close 11 April
The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our broader portfolio are integral to the Australian Government’s economic agenda. Our purpose is to help the government build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology. We do this by:
- Growing innovative & competitive businesses, industries and regions
- Investing in science and technology
- Strengthening the resources sector.
If you would like to feel a strong connection to your work and you are accountable, committed and open to change, join us in shaping Australia’s future.
Please see the APSC’s APS Employee Value Proposition for more information on the benefits and value of employment within the APS.
The Property and Strategic Reform Branch is a key enabler for the department and supports the department’s mission by providing staff with a safe, resilient, and productive work environment.
The Branch provides and maintains properties and facilities that are aligned with the department’s supports the department’s preparedness to maintain critical functions because of an emergency or disruption.
The Branch is also responsible for driving long-term strategy and implementing reform initiatives. It plays a crucial role in supporting and guiding lead business areas by providing them with the necessary tools and Strategic focus to successfully deliver on reform objectives.
The opportunityWe are looking to fill multiple vacancies across the branch's Property and Strategic Reform responsibilities, both for ongoing and non-ongoing positions.
What’s in it for you?This is a great opportunity to enhance your property skills supporting a diverse national estate, including specialist facilities.
Strategic reform offers the opportunity to expand networks and build relationships with various business areas engaged in reform implementations, including policy development, advisory service, and enabling business service areas.
Our ideal candidateOur ideal candidates are people who thrive in a flexible, fast-paced and inclusive workplace. The successful candidates will have:
- Sound oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex concepts in a straightforward manner to a range of audiences.
- Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of stakeholders.
- Excellent organisational skills, including balancing short- and long-term priorities and the ability to be resilient and professional in undertaking work within tight timeframes.
- Sound research and analytical skills to make informative decisions and provide timely advice.
- A strong work ethic with the ability to work autonomously as well as part of a diverse team.
- A commitment to a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement
Experience in leasing, project management, financial management, business continuity, emergency and crisis management, or the Whole-of-Australian-Government Coordinated Procurement Arrangements for property-related services. Experience in program management frameworks and policies will be an advantage for Strategic Reform opportunities.
Our department has a commitment to inclusion and diversity, with an ambition of being the best possible place to work. This reflects the importance we place on our people and on creating a workplace culture where every one of us is valued and respected for our contribution. Our ideal candidate adds to this culture and our workplace in their own way.
What you will doThe Branch is seeking to fill and create a merit pool for a broad range of APS 6 positions, including roles in leasing, crisis and emergency management, project management and Strategic Reform. These roles may see you:
- Provide support in managing whole of life leasing arrangements in accordance with the Department of Finance processes and initiatives.
- Supporting the department to design and implement innovative accommodation fit-out options to support modern ways of working.
- Assist with the implementation of effective administrative processes to ensure the department’s estate and infrastructure is effectively managed and fit for purpose.
- Supporting the department’s emergency management response and business continuity measures.
- Providing support with accommodation and building projects, and associated project management procedures.
- Assist in coordinating the implementation of Strategic Reform within the department – tracking, monitoring and reporting on progress.
- Assist in facilitating stakeholder engagement across business areas implementing reform initiatives.
- Further develop the project management foundations to support programs of work and reforming areas.
As an APS Level 6 and in accordance with the APS work level standards, you will:
- Draft, interpret, implement, and manage policy and procedures based on various Australian Standards and Regulations.
- Provide proactive and responsive, high quality, customer service focused, assurance and guidance to internal and external stakeholders.
- Research and analyse information to inform continuous improvement and innovation within the Branch.
- Develop and support strong collaborative relationships, both within the Branch and outside, to represent, advocate and negotiate for the best outcomes.
- Manage contract and service level agreements with the department’s suppliers and Property Service Provider.
- Proactively monitor tasks within the work area and adjust priorities where required.
- Adhere to relevant legislation and requirements including the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act 2013 and Commonwealth Property Management Framework.
To be eligible for employment in the APS and the department, candidates must be Australian Citizens.
Positions require a Baseline security clearance and successful candidates will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.
NotesAs the department has sites across the country some roles may require travel.
A merit pool may be established and used to fill future vacancies within 18 months from the date the vacancy was first advertised in the Gazette.
The department does currently offer flexible work opportunities for many roles. This vacancy is ACT - Industry House based, although flexible or remote work arrangements may be considered. Please reach out to the contact officer to discuss this further.
Application informationYour application must not contain any classified or sensitive information. This includes in your application responses, CV and any other documents. The selection panel may not consider applications containing classified information.
Please provide a pitch explaining how your skills, knowledge and experience will be relevant to this role and why you are the best candidate for the position. Your pitch can contain no more than 750 words and should align to the key duties listed above.
Please complete your application online and provide your current CV with your application. (CVs must be in .doc, .docx, or .pdf format).
Accessible application documentation is available in other formats on request. Please contact ***********@industry.gov.au or (02) 6276 1*** if you require assistance with your application.
Please refer to our Applying for a position information for additional information on how to apply.
Contact InformationFor more information regarding this opportunity, please contact Janine Coot on 02 6213 7*** or via email on ***********@industry.gov.au
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