Facilities Officer

• Full-time and temporary for 12 months
• The role is based out of Parramatta (4PSQ)
• Our employees work principally in the workplace
• Salary from $97,027 to $107,059 plus super and leave loading 

Diversity and inclusion are core values of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is a workplace where everyone is able to contribute and participate to their full potential, and we are proud to have a team that reflects the richness and complexity of the regional NSW communities we serve.

About the role

We are currently seeking a Facilities Officer to join NSW Public Works (NSWPW) within the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD).

This role will be responsible for assisting the Senior Manager Building Services with the effective and timely management and reporting of a complex FM project. In this role, you will support the Program Manager and see all assigned whole of government contract management activities to completion including facilitating stakeholder meetings, preparing monthly reports, and managing the flow of data information. 

About you

You will have experience in facilities management or building services whilst demonstrating the ability to prioritise work within tight operational and financial deadlines.

You will be required to build and maintain strong relationships both within and outside NSWPW, have capacity to acquire knowledge of clients and their portfolios whilst contributing to the financial performance of the team.

To be successful in this role, our ideal candidate will have the following:

• Tertiary qualifications in Facilities Management, Project Management, Procurement or related field, or relevant industry experience
• Proficiency in FM information systems, MS Excel, and PowerPoint
• Possess negotiation communication and strong analytical skills, with the ability to work in complex and demanding environments.
• Current NSW Drivers Licence and willingness to drive to and work in regional locations which may include overnight stays.

If you have the capability to achieve success in this role and are interested in creating a more prosperous NSW, we would love to hear from you!

About Us

NSW Public Works (NSW PW) is part of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development and supports local and state government agencies to deliver critical infrastructure initiatives, and managing their ongoing operations into the future, by providing expert advisory, planning, design, delivery and support services.  There’s nothing abstract about what we do. Just look around. Our work is in the hospitals, dams, water treatment plants and now in the new Bradfield city which is under construction.  Every day we help shape the ambitious projects that bring progress to more people in NSW. From forging a more sustainable relationship with the land around us, to engineering the big ideas of the future. In every challenge we see the chance to build stronger and more connected communities. We do this by developing solutions that show creativity and grassroots ingenuity, providing impartial advice and support at all levels of government and the private sector, and partnering with experts to maximise the benefits of our knowledge and experience.

In NSW PW offices all over the state, you’ll find local expertise for local issues. We uncover the best talent, scrutinise cost and risk, and bridge the gap between private sector and government. By managing these nuances, projects we work on don’t just get done, they become benchmarks others aspire to.

Applying for the role

Apply online by submitting a current resume and brief cover letter that outlines your skills and experience relevant to the role.

For more information about the role, please click here to view the role description.

Additionally, if you would like to hear more about this role please contact Amrish Patel, Senior Program Manager at amrish.patel@pwa.nsw.gov.au.

Closing Date: Sunday 9 March 2025 at 11:55pm.

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next 18 months.

Inclusion and Flexible Working:

We strive to reflect the community we serve and encourage our people to explore new ways of working across regional NSW. We are open to arrangements that help individuals balance their work and life commitments, including working part-time or working from different locations. We embrace difference and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to capability.talent@regional.nsw.gov.au or contact the hiring manager listed below for a confidential discussion.

We work hard every day to support and grow thriving communities across regional NSW that will have a positive impact on generations to come. Our goal is always to be a trusted local partner and problem-solver working deeply in community.

As part of our team, you will be able to: 

• Deliver with impact. You are empowered and trusted to create impact through exposure to cutting edge projects and research, career defining opportunities, and get to be part of a team creating sustainable solutions that will leave a legacy.  
• Connect to what matters. We are all about forming deep community relationships, fostering our passionate and connected teams. It is central to our work to support a true sense of belonging across the team. 
• Live your way. From bringing your whole self to work, through to designing flexibility, that fits you and the team, at Regional NSW you will be able to find the balance that works for you.  

We are a young agency, but with that has come a personality that is dedicated, passionate, proactive, influential, and informed. We’re all about ‘having a crack’. 

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