Technical Project Officer

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As Technical Project Officer, you will provide technical support and advice for strategic projects and initiatives coordinated by the Newcastle Institute for Energy and Resources (NIER).

You will report to the NIER Deputy Director on project milestones, and collaborate closely with the NIER Precinct Coordinator, who oversees precinct activities related to infrastructure, services, and safety.

In this role you will:

• Provide technical input for business cases, documentation, and due diligence activities for strategic research infrastructure initiatives.
• Offer timely project management advice and reports to the NIER Deputy Director on legislative and regulatory issues.
• Facilitate project user groups and participate in relevant meetings to ensure transparency and alignment with funding and timelines.
• Work collaboratively with Infrastructure and Facilities Services to finalise project package/scope for infrastructure components.

This fixed term position is until June 2026, is full time, and will be located at the Callaghan Campus (Awabakal and Worimi land).

How will you inspire us?

Your proven project management skills in complex, commercially focused environments include a strong understanding of project planning, management, and contractual adherence. You have significant experience establishing collaborative working relationships and are adept at aligning organisational goals and key performance indicators with the delivery of project outcomes.

What we offer

The remuneration for this position is from $99,655 to $112,112 + 17% superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience. 

We offer a range of benefits and employment conditions that help you balance your commitments, stay healthy, and work effectively. For information on our employee benefits (such as leave, flexible working, discounts in private health insurance and gym memberships, and salary packaging) please visit here.  

About our University

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision are our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability.

We provide opportunities for all people regardless of their background and experience, and this philosophy is reflected across all that we do. 

The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.  

Your next steps

Important information before you apply:

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• Applications for this position will only be accepted from those with Australian residency or a valid work permit.

Your application:

Your application must include:

• Your resume.
• A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity.
• A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed below (these may differ slightly from the Position Description, please only respond to the below in your application).

1. Tertiary qualifications and experience in relevant areas (such as project management, engineering workshop management, planning or construction management); or an Associate Diploma and extensive experience in a technical role; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and qualifications.
2. Proven project management experience in a commercially focused, complex environment including good understanding of project planning and management, and contractual adherence.
3. Significant experience working in a professional environment with an understanding of organisational goals and processes to measure outcomes against key performance indicators.
4. Demonstrated excellent facilitation, communication, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to negotiate, resolve conflict and influence to establish effective working partnerships with internal and external clients.
5. Ability to generate a strong sense of team spirit, cooperation, and collaboration within and across teams.

Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document. This document should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2,000 words).

Contact Us

For specific position enquiries, please contact Pierre Gouhier on 0411 098 340 via email at pierre.gouhier@newcastle.edu.au

Having technical difficulties? Please reach out to us: employment@newcastle.edu.au Please note, we do not accept email applications.

Closing date: Thursday 13 June 2024 at 11.59pm AEST

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