Project Officer (700604) (external site)

Department for Energy and Mining

Job reference: 700604
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

The Department for Energy and Mining is committed to building a diverse and flexible culture. We encourage and welcome all applications from women, diverse community groups and ages, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people with disabilities.

About the opportunity: An exciting opportunity has become available for a Project Officer to play a lead role in progressing the disposal of surplus land and related asset management activities within the Remote Area Energy Supply (RAES) and Assets & Facilities team.

For more information, please refer to the role statement.

About us: The Department for Energy and Mining (DEM) leads the global transformation economy, overseeing the responsible mining and production of the minerals, metals, and fuels of the future, to safely and sustainably generate the energy and low-carbon products of the future.

Our low-cost power, leading regulation system, and culture of innovation are leading to the decarbonisation of industry, new modern manufacturing opportunities, increased employment, and greater prosperity and security for the people of South Australia.

The Corporate and Commercial Division (CCD) sits at the core of the Department for Energy and Mining's (DEM) organisational success. A dynamic hub for all corporate and business support functions with a commercial focus on industry.

What we offer:

• Flexible Work Arrangements - Enjoy a balanced lifestyle with options for hybrid working and flexible hours
• Prime Location - Adelaide CBD, Waymouth Street, close to public transport, shops, and amenities
• Active People and Culture agenda - Employee Assistance Program, diversity and inclusion training and events, recognition and rewards, DEM social club, and much more
• We are a White Ribbon Accredited workplace that promotes gender equality and a zero tolerance of violence in the workplace

Key Selection Criteria: Please only address the dot points listed below in your application

• Demonstrated experience in managing or supporting asset-related projects, with a particular focus on surplus land disposal or asbestos management, including compliance with government policy and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience in coordinating and delivering projects, including procurement, property disposal transactions in collaboration with Renewal SA, managing accurate financial and financial costs for property and accommodation projects, minor accommodation / workstation relocation projects as assigned
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, including engaging effectively with a wide range of stakeholders and managing sensitive or confidential matters with discretion.
• Demonstrated ability to work under limited direction, managing multiple priorities, exercising judgement where procedures are not clearly defined, making recommendations, and identifying solutions to support the leadership team.
• Highly Desirable: Knowledge, understanding, and/or prior experience applying the Premier and Cabinet Circular PC114.

Qualifications: Desirable: Project Management qualification

Remuneration: ASO4 salary range $76,561 - $80,256 per annum + superannuation. Full-time role, working 37.5 hours per week

Special Conditions:

• This is a Term Contract of 12 months.
• Intra-state and interstate travel may be required.
• Applicants must either hold current First Aid and CPR certification or be willing to undergo training.
• This position is classified as a designated position, and as such, appointment to this role will be subject to a satisfactory National Police Clearance screening check.

Enquiries: Salomé Lorente

Application Instructions: Applicants are required to submit a curriculum vitae and written application of no more than two pages, demonstrating their suitability for the role by addressing the key selection criteria above. Applicants are to include the name, address, and contact number of three current referees, one being your current line manager.

All applicants are required to complete and submit the Employment Declaration.

Applications close: 19/10/:00 PM

Flexibility Statement The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.