Project Manager - VESEP

Job Description

Job type: Full time / 30/06/2026 Organisation: Country Fire Authority Salary: Salary not specified Occupation: Land Management Reference: VG/1841457 Job posted: 29/01/2025 Closes: 12/02/2025 Classification: See Advertisement Job duration: 30/06/2026 Contact: Katrina Cuskelly | Fixed Term Full Time to 30/06/2026 Do you want to work for a values-based, emergency service organisation that puts the community at the centre of everything we do? We are proud of the work we do in protecting lives and property, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. With over 51,000 volunteers, CFA strives to be an organisation of choice for volunteers and employees, embracing individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds. About the Role Join the CFA today as a Project Manager and take the lead in ensuring the successful delivery of Land and Building Services VESEP Minor Works projects! With your relative project management expertise, you will work closely with senior management and key stakeholders to ensure that all projects are completed within the allocated timeframes and budget. You will be responsible for managing all aspects of the project and ensuring compliance with all legislative and regulatory requirements. In this role, you will monitor project governance, planning, and implementation. This role is part of a small project team responsible for the successful delivery of minor works projects and you will provide expert advice to the team. With your excellent communication skills, you will establish and maintain clear lines of communication with stakeholders, ensuring that everyone is up to date on project progress and any potential risks. About You Our ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following: Experience in managing and coordinating multiple and/or complex building projects and an understanding of project management methodologies High level written and verbal communication skills Proven leadership skills with the ability to obtain effective cooperation and contribution from stakeholders Proven ability to negotiate and deliver agreed outcomes Ability to effectively manage financial resources Experience working within a volunteer environment will be highly regarded Tertiary qualifications in project management or equivalent will be highly regarded A trade qualification or experience in the construction industry will be highly regarded This role will require some State-wide travel with work outside normal business hours. A vehicle will be provided in these instances. Why choose CFA Meaningful Purpose: Your contribution truly makes a difference Work-Life Balance: Paid parental leave, generous leave provisions Growth Opportunities: Learning and development Flexibility: Hybrid work options with flexible work arrangements Discounts: Emergency Memberlink discounts on various services Wellbeing Focus: Healthy for Life programs, flu vaccinations Member Assistance Program: Access support across 8 service pathways Your Application Click the 'apply' button to access our online application form. Here you will be asked to provide personal and contact details and respond to employment-related questions. When applying for a position with CFA, please submit a cover letter and resume that demonstrates your qualifications, experience, key attributes, and skills required for the position. Pre-employment Checks Offers of employment will only be made to candidates who: Successfully complete Reference Checks, a National Police History Check, Working Rights Check and hold a valid Working with Children Check. CFA is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and safe volunteer and work environment. Our aim is to have a workforce that reflects the community it serves. First Nations people, women, people of all ages, with disabilities, and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply. Applications close: 11:59pm 12th February 2025 If at any stage of the recruitment and selection process you require an alternative format to the application material or reasonable adjustment to the interview arrangements, please don't hesitate to contact the person listed on the ad or alternatively, email The Country Fire Authority (CFA) values your privacy. We will use the information you provide when you are applying for employment with us for the purpose of recruitment, selection, evaluation and appointment. The information we collect will be handled in accordance with privacy laws, including the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014. #J-18808-Ljbffr