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Senior Property Operations Officer, APS Level 6, Chief Operating OfficerSydney, MelbourneThe salary range for this role is $98,716 - $107,053About the DepartmentThe Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our broader portfolio are integral to the Australian Governments economic agenda. Our purpose is to help the government build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology. We do this by:Growing innovative & competitive businesses, industries and regionsInvesting in science and technologyStrengthening the resources sector.The APS and the department offer a clear direction and meaningful work. You will be able to create a positive impact in peoples lives whilst contributing to improved outcomes for Australia and our people.If you would like to feel a strong connection to your work and you are accountable, committed and open to change, join us in shaping Australias future.About the teamThe Property and Place branch enables the departments property portfolio and supports delivery of the departments purpose: to build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient, and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology.The Property Operations team on behalf of the department delivers the department''s facilities management as well as accommodation allocations, car parking management, business continuity and emergency management arrangements, with a primary objective to ensure all facilities leased and owned by the department are functional and meet business and operational needs.Our ideal candidateWe are looking for a motivated, responsive and energetic person to join our team. You will have well developed skills in facilities management and stakeholder engagement. These roles are location specific. The role would suit someone with experience in managing laboratory facilities management, stakeholder engagement and strong organisational and communication skills.Our department has a commitment to inclusion and diversity, with an ambition of being the best possible place to work. This reflects the importance we place on our people and on creating a workplace culture where every one of us is valued and respected for our contribution. Our ideal candidate adds to this culture and our workplace in their own way.What you will doAs the Senior Property Operations Officer, you will:Be responsible for supporting the delivery of the Property Operations approach to the ongoing management of facilities services.Manage and coordinate facilities management repairs, maintenance and minor projects with Whole of Australian Government (WoAG) provider.Provide and maintain property knowledge base and work processes.Maintain internal and external stakeholder relationships, including representing the Property Operations team at stakeholder meetings and monitoring performance measures outlined in our service offering.Contribute to the efficient and effective use of team resources to deliver team outcomes.Laboratory support:Coordinate with Lab managers on repairs, maintenance and minor projects for Facilities Management.Close coordination with internal and external stakeholders to minimise impact to laboratories.Undertake risk assessments with Lab managers and the site Quality and Safety teams to minimise risks when planning works.Assist with major projects when required.Responsibilities include facilities management (including within laboratory environments) and general maintenance inquiries, supporting minor project delivery and assisting with major projects when required, maintaining stakeholder relationships and traveling when required.EligibilityTo be eligible for employment in the APS and the department, candidates must be Australian Citizens. Positions require a Baseline security clearance and successful candidates will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.NotesThe position is full-time, however, job sharing could be considered. A merit pool may be established and used to fill future vacancies within 18 months from the date the vacancy was first advertised in the Gazette. The department does currently offer flexible work opportunities for many roles. This vacancy is NSW - Sydney - Lindfield, VIC - Melbourne - Spring St based, although flexible or remote work arrangements may be considered. Please reach out to the contact officer to discuss this further.Application informationYour application must not contain any classified or sensitive information. This includes in your application responses, CV and any other documents. The selection panel may not consider applications containing classified information.Please provide a pitch explaining how your skills, knowledge and experience will be relevant to this role and why you are the best candidate for the position. Your pitch can contain no more than 750 words and should align to the key duties listed above.Please complete your application online and provide your current CV with your application. (CVs must be in .doc, .docx, or .pdf format).Accessible application documentation is available in other formats on request. Please contact recruitment@industry.gov.au or (02) 6276 1235 if you require assistance with your application.Please refer to our Applying for a position information for additional information on how to apply.Contact InformationFor more information regarding this opportunity, please contact Debbie Lenaghan on 0419 625 897 or via email on Debbie.Lenaghan@industry.gov.auHow to apply:Start your application by clicking the "begin" button. #J-18808-Ljbffr