Job Description

Location: Loddon Mallee - Greater Bendigo

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Reference: VG/1001141IAPO

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Help deliver infrastructure and asset projects that support some of Victoria's most valued parks and public spaces. Join Parks Victoria's North West Region and contribute to projects that improve visitor experiences, environmental outcomes and community assets.

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- An exciting chance within our Northwest Regional Operations Unit.
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- Be supported in your career progression with development opportunities.
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- Enjoy a healthy work life balance with options to work flexibly within Central Victoria.
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About the role:

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You will lead the scoping, coordination, and delivery of asset-related infrastructure projects specifically across North West Victoria. The role requires high-level problem-solving and immediate risk assessment when adapting infrastructure plans to changing environmental conditions or emergency response needs and provides a blend of structured office-based work with extensive, active field operations in iconic parks and reserves.

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Working collaboratively with internal asset and infrastructure teams, contractors, and stakeholders, the Project Officer contributes to project scoping, procurement, compliance, and reporting. The role also supports continuous improvement in project delivery processes and contributes to building resilience in park infrastructure to mitigate future risks. You will work directly at the forefront of joint land management, collaborating respectably with Traditional Owners and Registered Aboriginal Parties to respect and conserve cultural heritage.

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We're looking for someone with:

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- A Tertiary qualification or equivalent industry experience in Project Management, Asset Management,



Civil Engineering, Construction, or a related technical discipline and a current, valid Victorian Driver's License.
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- A clear understanding of project lifecycle principles including planning, procurement, execution, monitoring, and project closure, ideally within a public land, park, or asset management framework.
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- Familiarity with Victorian environmental, planning, and cultural heritage legislation impacting public land, and workplace health and safety (OHS) standards, hazard identification, and risk mitigation protocols.
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- Foundational skills in data collection, accurate record-keeping, reporting, and procurement in a government context.
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- Extensive experience managing external contractors and evaluating work standards.
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- Practical experience collaborating with community groups, and building respectful, inclusive partnerships with Traditional Owners groups
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Application Closing date: Sunday, 4th October 2026

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If you don't hold every skill or experience detailed above, please don't rule yourself out. We focus on hiring people who value collaboration and integrity. We value a culture where everyone can be themselves at work, regardless of background, orientation, age or gender.

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If this resonates with you, then please consider applying or getting in touch to discuss.

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Employment Requirements

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Parks Victoria is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children, in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards. All prospective employees to undergo a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment.

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Applications close Sunday 4 October 2026 at 11.59pm

📌 Infrastructure and Assets Project Officer (Bendigo)
🏢 State Government Of Victoria, Australia
📍 Bendigo