THE ROLE
As a Project Officer within the Maintenance Assurance and Property Condition team specialising in the Property Condition side of the team's work, you are responsible for carrying out on-site inspections of Victoria's social housing portfolio, completing assessments that record information on the attributes and condition of the different elements that make up our buildings to inform future planning decisions. These inspections provide critical information to other stakeholders both internal to the department and more broadly, who make decisions on property retention, upgrade programs and the like based on the condition information we provide them. A high standard of building/trade knowledge, computer literacy and interpersonal skills are required to adequately complete the role. The role may also assist with our Maintenance Assurance program, in which we audit the completed maintenance work carried out by contractors engaged by the department, checking it for its quality, timeliness and compliance with the schedule of rates and contract specifications.
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.
- Demonstrate how the actions and outcomes of this role and work unit impact clients and the department's ability to deliver, or facilitate the delivery of, effective support and services.
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HOW TO APPLY
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.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)
Please apply to submit your interest in this position.
