AddressSecretariat Project Officer Pool - Westport
Westport is a program which sits within the Transport Portfolio. It is the long-term project that is progressing Perth’s new, world-class port facility in Kwinana, which will unlock Western Australia’s economic growth, allow for the evolution of Fremantle, and deliver local jobs and opportunities in our southern suburbs.
Westport is in an exciting phase, growing a values-based and outcomes-focussed cross-government team to deliver this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
The Opportunity
We are looking to create a pool of dedicated and driven Secretariat Project Officers at Level 4 to become an integral part of our dynamic Westport Program team.
As part of the Westport Secretariat Team, the Secretariat Project Officer provides high-level project support to manage the governance of Westport committees. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth operation of committee processes and maintaining effective stakeholder relationships.
Your excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, along with your secretariat experience will ensure your success in this role.
In this role, your key Responsibilities will be:
- Coordination and Liaison: Deliver secretariat services for governance committees, manage correspondence, and maintain stakeholder relationships.
- Work Management: Plan and prioritise workloads, take initiative, and maintain information management practices.
- Research and Development: Stay informed on committee management trends and undertake relevant projects.
The successful candidates will demonstrate experience in executive business and administrative support services, strong communication skills and stakeholder engagement., ability to manage workloads and meet tight deadlines, analytical, research, and problem-solving skills, capability to work autonomously and as part of a team with a willingness to take on varied responsibilities to meet the evolving needs of the Westport Project.
At Westport, we value diversity and inclusion, and we encourage candidates who can bring diverse perspectives and experiences to our team. If you are a results-driven professional with a passion for making a difference, we would love to hear from you.
As part of our team, you will enjoy
- A competitive salary, and 11% employer contributed superannuation and salary sacrifice options.
- Not just a job, but an opportunity to develop your career across other areas of transport.
- Training to set you up for success! Training may be on the job, computer or classroom based.
- Support from your manager and team, we have a strong team culture and help each other achieve our customer service goals.
- Bright, modern facility close to transport links with a friendly team environment.
- Work for an innovative Government agency with limitless long-term career prospects.
- Generous leave entitlements including 4 weeks’ annual leave, 3 public service holidays yearly and long service leave every 7 years.
For further information about the role, we encourage you to review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) and contact Amanda Farrell at Westport on 08) 63729***.
There is currently 1 fixed term opportunity available for immediate filling until 30 June 2025, with the possibility of extension(s) or permanency.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies (fixed term or permanent) that arise within the next 12 months from the date of first appointment across the Department of Transport.
How to Apply
Apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for Job’ button (above and below) and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format only. Your application should include:
- A detailed CV that clearly outlines the skills and experience you have gained in relation to the job description; and
- A two (2) page summary outlining the key responsibilities and achievements you have had during your career in the context of the JDF and Essential Selection Criteria.
Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted. If you have any questions regarding submitting your application or would like more information on the recruitment process, please contact our Recruitment Team on (08) 6551 6***.
The DoT may conduct further search activities or extend the closing date, if required to supplement the field of applicants.
Successful applicants will be required to provide a satisfactory National Police Clearance before commencing employment.
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace
The Department of Transport is committed to building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community. We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process, please contact our Recruitment Team at ***********@transport.wa.gov.au (08) 6551 6***.
