The Opportunity

We are seeking motivated and adaptable professionals to fill Casual Project Support Officer positions for an initial period of 12 months with possibility of extension (if required).

The Capability and Transformation Group within ASD is responsible for supporting the delivery of critical infrastructure, facilities, security and operational outcomes that enable the organisation to meet its strategic objectives.

In this role, you will be part of a collaborative team that values professionalism, sound judgement and delivering quality outcomes. You will work across a diverse range of project, facilities, contractor management and site support activities, contributing to the successful delivery of organisational priorities.

You will play an important role in coordinating a broad range of site-based and administrative activities to support project delivery and operational requirements. Working closely with internal stakeholders, contractors and service providers, you will assist in maintaining a safe, secure and efficient working environment while supporting the successful delivery of infrastructure and operational initiatives.

The role operates in a dynamic environment. This includes working outside the office environment on a daily basis, on an operational construction site. Priorities may shift in response to operational and project requirements, and a high degree of adaptability and resilience is required.

Key Duties:

- Support the coordination and delivery of project and operational activities.
- Maintain project records, registers and administrative systems to support operational and project requirements.
- Support contractor engagement, compliance and safety administration activities.
- Assist with construction security oversight support activities
- Support simple procurement and purchasing administration processes.
- Assist with the coordination of vehicle, equipment and resource management activities.
- Provide input to reporting on project and site-based activities.




- Assist with the preparation of routine correspondence and administrative documentation.
- Contribute to team objectives by maintaining productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and the achievement of project outcomes.
- Be available to participate in outside normal business hours attendances, including weekends as required.

Further information can be found at: I’m changing my career | Australian Signals Directorate (asd.gov.au).

ASD is seeking applicants to fill current and anticipated vacancies and to create a merit pool for future vacancies.

The key duties of the position include:

The ideal candidate for the Casual Project Support Officer role will demonstrate experience, interest and capability in project coordination, administration, facilities support, contractor management or operational service delivery environments. They may also have:

- Demonstrated organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining quality outcomes.
- Strong administration and coordination skills, including the management of records, registers and reporting activities.
- Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Sound judgement, discretion and professionalism, with the ability to work within established policies, procedures and legislative frameworks.
- Ability and willingness to work outdoors when required.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to the accurate completion of work.




- Ability to work collaboratively within a team workplace and contribute to shared outcomes.
- Ability to be flexible and resilient in prioritising and responding to daily changing operational requirements.
- A commitment to workplace safety, security and compliance requirements.
- The ability to exercise initiative and identify practical solutions to routine operational and administrative issues.

Eligibility

To be eligible for employment with ASD, you must meet all of the following eligibility criteria:

- Australian Citizenship - Applicants must be an Australian citizen. Only in exceptional circumstances can this requirement be waivered.
- Organisational Suitability Assessment - The preferred applicant will be required to undergo an Organisational Suitability Assessment (see Organisational Assessment section).
- Security Clearance - It is a condition of employment that applicants are willing and able to obtain and maintain the requisite security clearance for the duration of their employment with ASD.
- Health Assessment - The preferred applicant may be required to undergo a medical examination conducted by the Agency’s preferred medical provider.

Please ensure that you meet the eligibility requirements outlined in the Information Pack prior to submitting an application.

Notes

Desirable Qualifications, Experience or Training

- Experience in project support, facilities management, contractor coordination, security administration or operational support environments.
- Experience maintaining registers, records management systems or project administration tools.
- Experience working in infrastructure, construction, facilities or government environments.
- Understanding of project management/support and workplace health and safety requirements.
- Experience using safety or project administration systems.
- White Card (or the ability to obtain one).
- Current driver’s license.

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