Project Officer - Maintenance Assurance and Property Condition (3 roles available)

Job Description

Project Officer - Maintenance Assurance and Property Condition (3 roles available) Job posted: 23/01/2025 Reference: VG/746772/746773/746774 Occupation: Projects Salary Range: $95,102 - $107,905 The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a safe, respected and valued life.Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability, the prevention of family violence, multicultural affairs, LGBTIQA+ equality, veterans, women and youth. The work we do benefits thousands of Victorians, particularly those who are disadvantaged and vulnerable.We work in a variety of community-based settings, including people's homes, residential facilities and secure settings across metropolitan, rural and regional Victoria.We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated. All jobs can be worked flexibly, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from diverse backgrounds and abilities.If you’re having any trouble viewing this ad and would like it or any attachments in an accessible format (such as large print), please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on the ad.For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs . THE ROLE As a Project Officer within the Maintenance Assurance and Property Condition team, you are responsible for the identification of maintenance items across Homes Victoria's extensive asset portfolio and ensuring compliance of Homes Victoria maintenance contracts. The primary function of the role involves the assessment of property condition for existing and newly acquired properties for high priority programs including the High-rise Redevelopment Program. A high standard of building/trade knowledge, project coordination, computer literacy, and contract acumen are required to adequately investigate and report on cost, quality, timeliness, and adherence to contract terms and building code. ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE: Keep accurate and complete records of your work activities in accordance with legislative requirements and the department's records, information security, and privacy policies and requirements. Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and for that of others in the workplace by working in accordance with legislative requirements and the department's occupational health and safety (OHS) policies and procedures. Identify and report on property condition through desktop and on-site property inspections, initiate necessary maintenance works through Homes Victoria contractors, and track works to completion. HOW TO APPLY All VPS employees (and ex-VPS employees with extended access to the Jobs and Skills Exchange website) MUST apply via the Jobs and Skills Exchange portal. Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt, or .rtf formats.Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening. Please apply to submit your interest in this position. To apply for this role, you will be redirected to the Big Housing Build job application system. #J-18808-Ljbffr