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Job Details

Department: Homes Victoria Work Type: Fixed term - full time Job Function: Projects Classification: VPSG4 Work Location: Melbourne - CBD Reference: VG/781250 Closing Date: 06-Sep-2026 Salary Range: $100,894 - $114,476 Job Duration: Fixed term until: 30-JUN-2027 Attachments: (Word, 130KB)
Position Description

Contact: Paul Richards
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Position Details

THE ROLE





The Project Support Officer is responsible for administrative support and installation of new air conditioning technology within public high rise tower dwellings across Victoria's fourteen (14) precincts including project support of electrical infrastructure upgrades for the towers The precincts comprise 44 high rise towers which were constructed between 1960 and 1975 and comprise 6,660 units. The towers vary between 12 and 30 storeys in height and come in a variety of plan forms. 13 towers house older persons.

The role will require a candidate with the proficiency to support the project management team including contract management administration, providing project management support, and working independently on discrete project tasks that support delivery of project outcomes.

The Project Support Officer role involves a high degree of resource and stakeholder engagement to assist delivery of this demand-driven Program. The successful candidate will develop collaborative relationships with divisional officers, consultants, contractors, renters, external agencies, local government, and departmental staff. A high standard of project support is required to ensure timely delivery of projects, including robust, timely and accurate contract administration and reporting.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE





- Contribute to the full life cycle of projects to meet departmental objectives including:
- Undertaking research, analysis and implementation of projects based on defined outcomes and outputs.
- Managing projects or sub-projects and being accountable for the successful delivery and completion of the projects/sub-projects within resourcing, timeline, and budget parameters.

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HOW TO APPLY

Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)

Please apply to submit your interest in this position.

Job details Department: Homes Victoria
Job Reference: VG/781250
Location: Melbourne - CBD
Work Type: Fixed term - full time
Job Function: Projects
Classification: VPSG4
Salary Range: $100,894 - $114,476
Job Duration: Fixed term until: 30-JUN-2027
Date posted: 21-Aug-2026
Application Close Date: 06-Sep-2026
Attachments: (Word, 130KB)
Position Description

Contact:

Paul Richards

(phone hidden) | [email protected]

📌 Project Support Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 State Government Of Victoria
📍 Melbourne