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                                               SENIOR PROGRAM OFFICER – FACILITIES MAINTENANCE CONTRACT

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At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.

• Ongoing Full-Time Role
• Location Blacktown
• Competitive salary ranging from $129,464.00- $142,665.00p.a. plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

About the role

• Undertake procurement and contract management services to meet compliance and contract obligations
• Provide sound advice and recommendations on a range of program and procurement solutions
• Contribute to the development of appropriate governance and risk management frameworks, monitor and report on identified program milestones and deliverables.
• Prepare evidence-based reports, briefings and regular project-status
• Contribute to the planning and delivery of projects and initiatives as directed and apply best practice project management methodologies to support the achievement of organisational objectives

For further information please click here to view the role description.

About you

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses with an appropriate level of cultural understanding, empathy and sensitivity
• Experience in engagement and liaison with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community with sound knowledge of community engagement principles and practices
• Well-developed interpersonal, written and verbal skills and the ability to develop collaborative partnerships
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team with a willingness to learn and share knowledge with others
• Demonstrated sound level of organisational, time management and program management skills with the ability to work under pressure and travel when required
• Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department’s Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department’s Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.

Essential requirements of the role

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent workplace experience in facilities management, building services, or a related field.
• This position is designated for the employment of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. This initiative is authorised by the Department's Equal Employment Opportunity Management Plan in accordance with Part 9A of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.  Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants must provide documentation upon appointment. More information can be found in the policy library under Confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Descent.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements
• 35 hour working week
• Competitive, salary sacrificing, employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• Flex Leave entitlements, generous holidays & leave conditions
• Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth
• Fitness Passport unlocking access to 1500+ fitness facilities

How to apply

Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role.

Please refer to the Applicant’s Guide to Applying to assist you with your application.

If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education, click here for instructions on how to submit your application.

All other applicants please submit your application by clicking ‘Apply Now’.

Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.

As a condition of employment, successful candidates not currently employed by the Department must provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance number. Renewal is not required after the WWCC expires, as long as you remain in a non–child-related role. Employer obligations only apply while the WWCC is valid.

Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa. 

Closing date 23 October 2025 at 11:59pm.

For role enquiries please contact Bill Asad via email at [email protected] and for recruitment process enquiries please contact Caroline Slongo at [email protected]

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team ([email protected]) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.

A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.