Maintenance Project Officer

NSW Department of Communities and Justice

. Support delivery of maintenance, upgrade and property improvement programs across the Aboriginal Housing portfolio .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeParramatta • AustraliaMid-LevelSenior💰 A$116,981 - A$129,492 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, including monitoring contractor performance, managing project risks, and ensuring compliance with WHS legislation. Strong stakeholder engagement and analytical skills are essential for successful delivery of maintenance and property improvement programs.

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Project ManagementWHS Legislation KnowledgeStakeholder EngagementContract ManagementRisk Identification and Management

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Hard Skills

Maintenance CoordinationConstruction Project SupportAsset ManagementBudget MonitoringSchedule ManagementPerformance ReportingAnalytical SkillsProblem-SolvingContract AdministrationService Delivery Monitoring

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationCultural SensitivityDecision-MakingAdaptabilityTeam Collaboration

Industry Keywords

Aboriginal HousingContractor ComplianceProject Delivery StrategiesCustomer OutcomesSite Inspections

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support delivery of maintenance, upgrade and property improvement programs across the Aboriginal Housing portfolio
Monitor project progress, budgets, contractor performance, risks and compliance requirements
Assist with project plans, schedules, reporting frameworks and program delivery strategies
Collaborate with Aboriginal tenants, communities, contractors and internal stakeholders
Undertake contract administration, including monitoring service delivery, contractual compliance and resolution of project issues
Support WHS management by monitoring contractor compliance and identifying project risks
Prepare project reports, briefing notes, performance updates and recommendations
Identify opportunities to improve maintenance service delivery, project management practices and customer outcomes
Travel across metropolitan, regional and remote NSW for site inspections, stakeholder engagement, contractor meetings and project monitoring, including overnight stays

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience supporting or coordinating maintenance, construction, asset management or property-related projects
Demonstrated experience monitoring contractor performance, managing project risks and supporting contract management activities
Knowledge of WHS legislation, contractor compliance requirements and safe work practices within a maintenance, construction or asset management environment
Strong stakeholder engagement skills, including experience working with Aboriginal people, communities and organisations in a respectful and culturally appropriate manner
Experience monitoring project budgets, schedules, performance indicators and project outcomes
Strong analytical, problem-solving and reporting skills
Ability to identify risks, develop solutions and support informed decision-making
Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and contribute to successful project delivery in a fast-paced environment
Willingness and ability to travel regularly across metropolitan, regional and remote NSW, including overnight stays
Up-to-date résumé, maximum 5 pages
Cover letter, maximum 3 pages, addressing the 2 targeted questions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Superannuation
Annual leave loading
Generous leave entitlements including flex leave
Access to Fitness Passport
Flexible, autonomous work environment
Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities
Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs
Competitive pay and conditions
A challenging and rewarding career