Are you looking for an organisation that listens to what you have to say, supports flexible working arrangements, health and wellbeing and is focused on engagement and culture?

We are seeking highly capable senior project officers to join our team supporting the delivery of the substantial infrastructure development portfolio for North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS).

We anticipate multiple vacancies for Fixed Term appointment for up to 24 months, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency, at hours from Full-time (76 hrs / fortnight) to Part-Time minimum 0.5FTE (minimum 38 hrs / fortnight).

What is our Senior Project Officer role?

Reporting to the Redevelopment Project Coordinator, the Senior Project Officer supports the delivery of infrastructure projects for NMHS.

In this role, you will provide high-level support and project management in the development of project management activities throughout planning, construction and commissioning. As part of the project team, support the development of detailed project documentation, including risk management; and undertake significant stakeholder management activities.

NMHS Infrastructure Development is responsible for the planning, development, and delivery of health infrastructure projects to provide contemporary and fit for purpose healthcare facilities for staff and consumers. Infrastructure Development deliver projects under two programs, being the Capital Works Program and Minor Works Program.

The team collaborate with Department of Finance Building and Contracts as well as the Department of Health Major Health Projects and Infrastructure Unit to manage projects throughout each phase, including:

• Concept Initiation
• Concept Development
• Project Definition (Planning)
• Project Commencement and Design (Initiation)
• Project Delivery (Implementation)
• Project Close Out and Evaluation (Practical Completion)

In partnership with a wider group of NMHS stakeholders, Infrastructure Development are also responsible for strategic planning for utilisation of existing assets, new investments and non-asset initiatives so that NMHS can deliver services which support current and future demands.

While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity.

Want to know more about this role?

We encourage you to contact Nathalia Restrepo on 0432 739 232 to discuss how this role aligns with your personal and career interests.

What we offer

NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate. In addition to the great salary, our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits (North Metropolitan Health Service - Pay and Benefits) including:

• Salary packaging to increase take-home pay
• Professional and career development opportunities
• Diverse and inclusive culture

We think you’ll like it here

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Ready to join our team?

Applicants are required to apply online www.jobs.wa.gov.au so allow enough time to complete the online application process and attach your documentation. If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

The JDF is attacted for reference. Your application should include:

• A Cover Letter (max 3 pages) explaining why you are applying for this role and providing examples to demonstrate your knowledge, experience and skills in the areas of:
• project management
• stakeholder management
• A Detailed Resume which sets out your qualifications, capabilities, and experience relevant to this position.
• References - The names and contact details of two (2) referees. It is preferable for one of your referees to have been a recent supervisor.

Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to apply for this role.

NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.

NMHS upholds the social model of disability. We welcome applicants who have disability and endeavour to support reasonable workplace adjustments and flexibility. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the NMHS Talent Attraction Group (TAG) at email [email protected].

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions after, or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.

We look forward to receiving your application.