u&u Recruitment Partners is proud to be partnering with the Queensland Department of Education to recruit a Project Support Officer - Design Standards and Post Occupancy Evaluation. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled administrator or project support professional to join a high-performing government team on a 12-month contract based in Brisbane’s CBD.

About the Company

The Queensland Department of Education delivers high-quality education services to Queenslanders, fostering innovation, community connection, and student achievement. Through its Infrastructure Services Division, the Department ensures that physical learning environments are functional, inclusive, and forward-looking. The Design Standards and Service Strategy team plays a key role in standardising best practice and promoting data-informed enhancements to infrastructure planning and post-occupancy outcomes.

Working in the public sector offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful, community-centric initiatives, supported by a team-oriented and values-driven culture.

The Opportunity

The Design Standards and Post Occupancy Evaluation Support Officer is a critical operational role responsible for providing both administrative and technical support across two core workstreams: Design Standards and Post Occupancy Evaluations (POE). You will coordinate documentation, stakeholder engagement, and reporting tasks to support the Department’s commitment to excellence in educational infrastructure.

This position is based onsite at 123 Albert Street, Brisbane, and is offered as a 12-month contract commencing 2 June 2025.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as secretariat for the Design Standards Working Group, including agenda preparation and minute taking;
• Manage registers in the myProjects system (variations, issues, and lessons learned);
• Support the development and refinement of POE survey instruments and assist with data collection;
• Liaise with stakeholders and assist with drafting reports, communications, and technical summaries; and
• Coordinate site visits, meetings, and follow-up activities to maximise survey response rates and support quality outcomes.

Required Experience

This role is suited to candidates with strong communication and organisational skills, as well as an interest in infrastructure, planning, and continuous improvement in public sector service delivery.

Essential Skills and Attributes:

• Confidence using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Power BI, and Teams;
• Excellent written communication and stakeholder engagement skills Demonstrated experience coordinating projects, meetings, or research tasks;
• Ability to manage documentation and data with precision and attention to detail; and
• Strong interest in building and infrastructure with a foundational understanding of design standards and codes.

Desirable:

• Prior experience with Content Manager and Microsoft Survey Manager; and
• Background or qualifications in infrastructure planning, strategic policy, or education infrastructure.

Benefits

This opportunity offers a highly competitive hourly rate within a respected government department. The role enables exposure to design standard development and evaluation methodologies across large-scale public infrastructure programs. Employees benefit from structured systems, a collaborative team environment, and the chance to contribute to continuous improvement in Queensland’s education facilities.

How to Apply

For more information or a confidential discussion please contact Celine Di Lauro at u&u on [email protected] quoting job number 41015.

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