• Job Description

  Req#: 132876

  Job Req ID

  Home Affairs - 132876

  Location

  ACT; NSW; QLD; SA; TAS; VIC; WA

  Classification

  Executive Level 1 - $110,788.00 and $129,928.00 plus 15.4% super (part time pro-rata)

  Employment Type

  Ongoing (Permanent), Full-time

  Flexible work

  Flexible arrangements available

  Contact Officer

  Ben Bryce on 0467 794 123 or benjamin.bryce@homeaffairs.gov.au

  Applications close on 20/08/2024 at 11:59pm AEST (midnight) - Late applications will not be accepted.

  About our opportunity

  This process is being used to fill up to 2 immediate vacancies. A merit pool may be established and used to fill similar vacancies for up to 18 months.

  About our team

  Chief Operating Officer Group | Procurement Property & Contracts | Property | Property Projects and Capital Works and Infrastructure

  A career in Home Affair's Property Branch is one of the best moves you will ever make. Why? Because our functions are so diverse. We have exciting work with real purpose. Our work is transformational. You can follow your passion, shape your career and make a difference. We have various EL1 positions available in our Branch (namely Property Projects and Capital Works) and we will establish a merit pool to draw from for future vacancies. Being successful in any EL1 role in Property Branch will have you managing and problem solving for some of the most diverse properties in the Australian Government portfolio. Aside from that; we'll empower you to work where you're at your best. You'll be part of a dynamic National team with shared values for excellence, strong communication and stakeholder outcomes. We attract the best people from a wide variety of backgrounds and we excel at building and maintaining a diverse inclusive workplace that fosters innovation and we love what we do.

  
  Our Branch manages the planning, procurement, leasing and management of commercial and residential accommodation in Australia and overseas. This includes (but is not limited to) capital works, staff accommodation, airport and seaport leasing, operational properties, facilities management, spatial management, Business Continuity Management, Corporate and Facilities Program and Contract Management arrangements.

  
  As an EL1 in these teams you'll be required to facilitate the components of project delivery, such as procurement, design consultation and construction management of multiple projects simultaneously. You'll use your well-honed skills to provide effective contract management processes to ensure value for money is achieved in relation to contracts held by the Department, while maintaining oversight of the scope, schedule and budget of construction projects. You'll be part of a dynamic high profile team that undertakes work with a high level of complexity, publicity and risk. We're passionate about what we do.

  Please visit our website for more information about the Department of Home Affairs or Australian Border Force

  Our ideal candidate

  • You're a confident communicator, with the ability to build and sustain stakeholder relationships and engage with various business lines and levels.
  • You’re a problem solver with the ability to juggle competing deadlines and tasks within a dynamic workplace.
  • You're resilient and have an ability to work with an agile mindset, adapting to new and changing priorities. You're a natural leader and manager who enjoys working with a diverse range of people.
  • You're self-aware and have a high-level of initiative, flexibility and resourcefulness.
  • You're a self starter with excellent time management skills, attention to detail and an ability to plan and schedule works.

  Duties and responsibilities

  • Administer phases of relevant project works, scope development, project delivery and close out.

  • Facilitate the processes to lead project delivery, including scope and design development, procurement, management of risks, budget, commissioning, handover and defect rectification of completed infrastructure projects.
  • Maintain controls across a multi-dimensional business area, including spatial management, project management, contract management, procurement and the change/communications disciplines.
  • Monitor progress against schedule, check quality throughout the delivery period, identify risks and communicate these risks to the relevant stakeholders. Ensure completed products are compliant with all statutory, government and end user requirements.
  • Facilitate specific project risk and issues management governance of Branch business, and communicate these risks to the relevant stakeholders as and when required.

  Additional information

  The Property Projects team and the Director for one of the vacancies are based in Canberra. While it is preferable that the successful candidate is Canberra based, applications will be considered from applicants in other regions. Applications are welcome from applicants in other regions for our other vacancy and positions that may arise from the pool.

  How to apply

  Submit your application and CV through the Home Affairs’ recruitment system (ourPeople) before the closing date on 20/08/2024 at 11:59pm (midnight) AEST – Late applications will not be accepted.

  As part of your application you will be required to prepare and submit a one-page applicant response document addressing one question:

  Describe a complex or significant project (or matter) that you took the lead on that demonstrates your readiness for EL1. What did you learn from this experience?

  Applicant response documents must be a minimum 11pt font in MSWord or PDF format, include your full name and the Requisition Number – 132876 in the document footer. Applications that exceed the one page will be disqualified as will applications that do not address the question.

  Prior to preparing your response it is recommended you review the Work Level standards relevant to the classification you are applying to. It may also be useful to refer to the Integrated Leadership Systems information relevant to the classification.

  Eligibility

  To be eligible for the position you must be an Australian Citizen.

  The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance and an Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC).

  Diversity and inclusion

  The Department is committed to workforce diversity and applicants who are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, come from a diverse cultural or linguistic background or have a disability are encouraged to apply.

  RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

  Technical assistance

  For technical enquiries please call or email for assistance:

  • Email: recruitment@homeaffairs.gov.au
  • Phone: 1300 793 883 (within Australia) or +61 2 6196 0444 (outside of Australia)

  Please include any applicable screen captures, a response will be provided during business hours.

  Notes

  The Department of Home Affairs offers an attractive remuneration package, including salary, superannuation benefits and flexible working conditions appropriate to the level of the position.

  The Department may provide relocation assistance to eligible APS employees required to relocate. The level of assistance will vary depending on the reason for relocating and your personal circumstances. For further information please enquire with the contact officer listed in the advertisement.

  Information about employment and advice on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained from the Department’s website at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/about-us/careers

  Candidates should be aware that in roles where vaccination against COVID-19 is required by public health orders/directions or other legislation proof of vaccination will be required. If a candidate is not fully vaccinated or is unwilling to be vaccinated within a reasonable time period, they may not be offered that role.

• About the company

  The Department of Home Affairs is the Australian Government interior ministry with responsibilities for national security, law enforcement, emergency management, border control, immigration, refugees, citizenship, transport security and multicultural a...

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