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SalaryJoin our team and be part of an innovative agency that values collaboration, growth and flexibility while improving the lives of Western Australians.
At Finance we’re committed to delivering the best possible outcomes for our customers.
We deliver a diverse range of services throughout the State including providing leadership and advice across government, building infrastructure projects such as schools, hospitals and community facilities, buying goods and services for government such as electric vehicles, pharmaceutical products or software services and we coordinate initiatives to support the Western Australian economy like administering grants and rebates.
Surprising right? Our collaborative approach and commitment to innovation means we get things done.
Our staff are passionate about the work we do and our values of clarity, empathy, growth and collaboration underpin everything. We are also committed to making Finance the ‘best place to work’ which means we value flexibility and diversity.
We’re an equal opportunity employer and encourage gender diversity, Aboriginal people, young people, people with disability, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to join us.
As part of our team, you will enjoy:
- a range of flexible work options including working from home up to 2 days per week.
- significant opportunities to develop and grow through a range of professional development, training, and on the job learning opportunities.
- generous leave entitlements including 4 weeks’ annual leave and 3 public service holidays each year. In addition, long service leave accrues every 7 years and an option to purchase additional leave each year.
- flexible workspaces at our Djookanup location in Osborne Park, where you will be able to choose the type of office space that enables you to do your best work.
- access to activity-based work hubs in the CBD, Fremantle and Joondalup.
Senior Project Officer
The Senior Project Officer within the Major Projects directorate contributes within project teams, comprising in house and private sector professionals, to plan and deliver larger projects for government. Responsibilities include managing project outcomes inclusive of management of contracts, contractors and consultants.
The Senior Project Officer position within the Building and Contracts directorate is responsible for delivering a high volume of minor works projects. The projects can involve refurbishment work, building services upgrades, roof replacements and asbestos removal. The Senior Project Officer will often need to procure and coordinate consultant teams for investigations, to define project scope and to develop design documentation.
Project Manager
The Project Manager position is within the Major Project directorate and is responsible for the project management of medium to high risk and medium to high value projects. The role leads project teams of in-house and private sector professionals to plan and deliver larger projects for Government.
Whilst there are currently two Senior Project Officer and one Project Manager positions available for filling, similar positions across Finance may become available within a short period of time and may be filled using this process.
About You:
You are a dynamic, self-aware and self-motivated individual that achieves results. You have demonstrated project management skills and experience using best practice methodology preferably in the building/construction industry. Good communication skills are also required for cross agency project delivery.
You support a values led organisational culture and will contribute to the Department’s goal of becoming the best place to work.
How to Apply:
If you think you have what it takes to be a part of our dynamic and forward-thinking team, submit the following in MS word or PDF format only: * A comprehensive CV that clearly shows your skills, experiences and key achievements, including the details of two referees.
- Covering letter of no more than two (2) pages, outlining your suitability for the role in the context of the essential work-related requirements of the role and Values.
Please note - Whilst you are asked to indicate your position preference during the application process, the selection panel will assess your application against both Level 5 and Level 6 roles to determine your suitability against each as part of the shortlisting process.
You may need to provide documentation to substantiate claims regarding any qualifications listed on your covering letter and/or CV.
Virtual interviews may be used as part of this recruitment process.
You will need to clearly demonstrate your alignment to the Department’s Values throughout all stages of the selection process as a pre-requisite for appointment.
Please ensure you apply by the closing deadline as late and incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Further Job-Related Information:
Please contact Nichol Kabugua on 0431 933 064 for further information about the position (not to be contacted for Applicant Information Packs or assistance with lodging your application).
Please refer to the Applicant Information Pack and Job Description Form for full position details as these documents will assist you with the preparation of your application.
If you experience difficulties downloading these documents, please call (08) 6557 8111, select option 1 followed by option 2 or email and quote VCID02902 to obtain an Applicant Information Pack.
Currently there are two (2) Senior Project Officer (Level 5) fixed term positions, and one (1) Project Manager (Level 6) fixed term position available for immediate filling for up to five (5) years, with the possibility of further extension(s). Whilst this selection process will initially be used to appoint to the advertised vacancies, it may also be used to appoint to similar positions that may arise in the Agency within the next twenty four (24) months on a full-time, part-time, permanent or fixed-term basis with the possibility of further extension(s) and/or permanency.
