- APS 4 - $80,371 - $87,496 per annum plus superannuation
- People, Property and Security Division
- Brisbane, QLD

This position provides operational and administrative support for the delivery of property and facilities services across the property portfolio. The role assists with monitoring Property Service Provider performance, coordinating facilities management and accommodation services under the Whole of Government Property Service Provider Arrangements, supporting national corporate contracts and property projects, and undertaking a range of business support activities to contribute to effective Property Services outcomes.

Why YOU are important to us and what impact will you have on the People, Property and Security Division and the departments’ goal.

We support our people across the employment life cycle, enabling the effective management of people-related risk and building future ready leaders, people and culture. We prevent, detect and respond to misconduct, fraud and corruption, deliver objective and risk-based internal audit, assurance and advisory services, and provide support to our two independent Inspectors-General. We ensure the effective management of our property portfolio, facilities management, security, sustainability, facilities emergency management, and a range of corporate site services and commercial contracts nationwide.

We provide a safe, reliable, and effective environment that enables staff to work effectively. We are customer-focused, proactive, and dedicated to delivering quality services and solutions.

This is where you play an important role.
APS4 Property Officers are responsible for the day-to-day coordination of property and facilities services, including maintenance activities, contractor management, stakeholder engagement, and service request management. The role coordinates contractors, undertakes routine compliance and operational activities,



and liaises with internal and external stakeholders to achieve service outcomes. Working with a degree of independence, the APS4 exercises sound judgement, prioritises competing tasks, maintains accurate records, and contributes to the effective delivery of property services in accordance with government policies, procedures and legislative requirements.

Under general direction, provide administrative support and advice to staff in the region, performing a range of tasks including but not limited to:

- Developing and maintaining a productive relationship with our Property Service Provider and building users to identify property needs, raise jobs in the system and escort service providers where required.
- Administration tasks as required, including coordination of fleet vehicles, and managing the shared mailbox
- Responding to general enquiries from internal and external stakeholders
- Providing client service to departmental staff and service providers
- Assisting with facilities management activities
- Participating in ongoing learning and development to achieve personal, team and program objectives.
- Assisting in all activities that support the team’s operational requirements.

Please note that the merit pool established through this selection process, which is valid for a period of eighteen months from the date the vacancy was advertised in the Public Service Gazette, may also be used to fill future ongoing vacancies in the branch where the duties are of a similar nature.

Who we are looking for




Our ideal candidate will have the ability to:

- Coordinate administrative and operational activities to support effective property and fleet service delivery.
- Monitor contractor and service provider activities and follow-up actions to support timely and effective outcomes.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation.
- Apply sound judgement and initiative to manage work activities and resolve routine issues within established frameworks.
- Research, gather and analyse information to support recommendations and business outcomes.
- Organise and prioritise work to meet deadlines and achieve quality results.
- Build productive working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
- Communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Adapt to changing priorities and respond positively to new challenges and opportunities.
- Identify practical opportunities to improve processes and service delivery.
- Demonstrate professionalism, integrity and commitment to APS values.

The successful candidate:
- Must hold and maintain a valid Australian motor vehicle drivers licence
- Obtain and maintain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) and a Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC)

VetPaths
The Australian Public Service (APS) values the unique skills, perspectives, and experiences that veterans gain during their Australian Defence Force (ADF) employment and encourage veterans to apply. Support may be available to veterans transitioning to meaningful APS careers through participation in VetPaths, which offers veterans an opportunity to participate in a six-month program offering formal learning and development, career mentoring and activities for wellness and peer support. More information can be found here.
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