Property Services Officer

Department of Education and Training of Australia; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Education and Training of Australia is seeking an APS4 Property Officer to provide operational and administrative support for the delivery of property and facilities services across the property portfolio.

You will coordinate contractors, monitor performance, manage service requests, and liaise with internal and external stakeholders to achieve service outcomes, while applying government policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Must hold and maintain a valid Australian motor vehicle drivers licence.
• Obtain and maintain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) and a Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate property and facilities services across the portfolio.
• Monitor Property Service Provider performance and contractor management.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to achieve service outcomes.
• Undertake routine compliance and operational activities and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Driving licence

Job description

Why YOU are important to us and what impact will you have on the People, Property and Security Division and the departments’ goal.

This position provides operational and administrative support for the delivery of property and facilities services across the property portfolio. The role assists with monitoring Property Service Provider performance, coordinating facilities management and accommodation services under the Whole of Government Property Service Provider Arrangements, supporting national corporate contracts and property projects, and undertaking a range of business support activities to contribute to effective Property Services outcomes.

We support our people across the employment life cycle, enabling the effective management of people-related risk and building future ready leaders, people and culture. We prevent, detect and respond to misconduct, fraud and corruption, deliver objective and risk-based internal audit, assurance and advisory services, and provide support to our two independent Inspectors-General. We ensure the effective management of our property portfolio, facilities management, security, sustainability, facilities emergency management, and a range of corporate site services and commercial contracts nationwide.

We provide a safe, reliable, and efficient environment that enables staff to work effectively. We are customer-focused, proactive, and dedicated to delivering quality services and solutions.

This is where you play an important role.

APS4 Property Officers are responsible for the day-to-day coordination of property and facilities services, including maintenance activities, contractor management, stakeholder engagement, and service request management. The role coordinates contractors, undertakes routine compliance and operational activities, and liaises with internal and external stakeholders to achieve service outcomes. Working with a degree of independence, the APS4 exercises sound judgement, prioritises competing tasks, maintains accurate records, and contributes to the effective delivery of property services in accordance with government policies, procedures and legislative requirements.

Under general direction, provide administrative support and advice to staff in the region, performing a range of tasks including but not limited to:

Please note that the merit pool established through this selection process, which is valid for a period of eighteen months from the date the vacancy was advertised in the Public Service Gazette, may also be used to fill future ongoing vacancies in the branch where the duties are of a similar nature.

Who we are looking for

Our ideal candidate will have the ability to:

The successful candidate:

• Must hold and maintain a valid Australian motor vehicle drivers licence
• Obtain and maintain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) and a Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC)

VetPaths

The Australian Public Service (APS) values the unique skills, perspectives, and experiences that veterans gain during their Australian Defence Force (ADF) employment and encourage veterans to apply. Support may be available to veterans transitioning to meaningful APS careers through participation in VetPaths, which offers veterans an opportunity to participate in a six-month program offering formal learning and development, career mentoring and activities for wellness and peer support. More information can be found here.