Project Officer - Strategic Infrastructure Projects (357804)

- Australia, Tas
- Jul 29, 2026

Technology Adaptable - Fixed Term

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Period of Appointment

Fixed-term for 2 years.

Hours per fortnight

73.50 hours per fortnight - flexible options available.

Duties

- Manage and co-ordinate project activities for infrastructure projects, in conjunction with and under the guidance of the Program Manager.
- With direction from the Program Manager or Project Manager, contribute to and support the delivery of projects within specified timelines and budget, including responsibility for allocated workstreams or components.
- Maintain and regularly update an overall Project Plan, including key project information, responsibilities,



and delegated accountabilities for project components.
- Provide high level advice and prepare submissions, briefings, correspondence and reports as required, including detailed documentation for the Steering Committee.
- Undertake consultation with reference groups and stakeholders as required to support project delivery and outcomes.
- With guidance from the Project Manager, contribute to the development and implementation of the project Risk Management Plan.
- Coordinate meetings of project working groups and the Steering Committee, and ensure appropriate reporting on project progress and key issues.
- In consultation with the Program Manager or Project Manager, support arrangements for commissioning and handover of completed project components, ensuring clarity of responsibilities across stakeholders.
- Undertake other duties as directed by the Director or Program Manager.

Pre-employment Checks

The Head of State Service has determined that the person nominated for this vacancy is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer.

The following checks are to be conducted:

- Pre-employment (National Police Record) checks for: Arson and fire setting, violent crimes and crimes against the person, sex-related offences, drug and alcohol related offences, crimes involving dishonesty, deception and/or conspiracy, making false declarations, malicious damage and destruction to property, serious traffic offences, crimes against public order or relating to the Administration of Law and Justice, Executive or the Legislative Power.
- Disciplinary action in previous employment.

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