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Agency Department of Infrastructure, Planning and Work unit Housing and Property Maintenance Alice Springs

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Job title Property Contract Officer Designation Technical 5

Job type Full time Duration Ongoing

Salary $97,083 - $105,770 Location Alice Springs

Position number 26448 RTF 304771 Closing 26/09/2024

Contact officer Anthony ODonohoe, Manager Housing Property Services on 08 8951 5603 or Anthony.ODonohoe@nt.gov.au

About the agency https://dipl.nt.gov.au

Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Job Details?rtf Id=304771

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY

QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans

The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with disability

by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact

officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.

Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the OCPE

website.

Primary objective

To be the primary source of asset management to the Housing Property Services unit in delivering effective, high quality and culturally

appropriate management of public and government employee housing within the Central Australian region. The position supports the

management of contractual obligations and maintains compliance with relevant statutory regulations across the portfolio.

Context Statement

The Department has a central role in strengthening regional communities by transforming physical and social infrastructure across the Territory.

The working environment is changing rapidly which adds a dynamic complexity to a client focussed task load accompanied by strict deadlines.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Provide contract administration and project management, including raising of relevant work orders, maximising budget utilisation on agreed

scopes of works and schedule of rates under departmental guidelines and procurement processes while providing a timely service to client

agency.

2. Provide project management and contract administration including preparation of scopes of works and raising work orders to maximise

budget utilisation under departmental guidelines and procurement processes while providing a timely service to the client agency.

3. Ensure asset condition inspections are conducted and immediate, urgent and routine repairs and maintenance are identified and recorded in

departmental systems.

4. Monitor and advise management on the performance, timeliness, and workmanship of contractors in accordance with the contract Key

Performance Indicators, conduct contractor meetings including recording performance and input into contractor performance scorecards and

reports.

5. Monitor accuracy of asset and other relevant data within departmental systems and prepare reports and other documentation as required.

6. Ability to work with contractors, emergency teams, and other stakeholders in cases of natural disasters/critical incidents or other events as

may be required, occasionally afterhours.

7. Respond positively to change with a commitment to ongoing improvement and professional development.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. A relevant qualification awarded by an Australian institution, or equivalent; or relevant experience in a field of technical work closely related

to the duties of the vacancy.

2. Comprehensive knowledge and experience in contract administration, project management and procurement practices, including budget

management, in relation to delivering program outcomes.

3. Sound knowledge and understanding of legislation, standards and codes underpinning activities associated with the construction,

maintenance and management of residential properties.

4. Proficiency in relevant computer software including spreadsheets, data bases and word processing, the ability to interpret/analyse data,

produce high level technical reports and convey essential issues to technical and non-technical personal.

5. Highly developed communication skills, both written and oral, including negotiation and conflict resolution. The ability to provide services in

a culturally sensitive manner and interact effectively with people from diverse cultures, including experience working in remote Aboriginal

communities.

6. Demonstrated ability to prioritise tasks, work effectively with minimal supervision, exercise sound judgement and maintain confidentiality,

while responding positively to change with a commitment to ongoing improvement.

7. A current NT ‘C’ class driver’s licence or equivalent, physically able to drive 4x4 vehicles for long distances, travel by various means including

by light aircraft, and preparedness to work for regular periods in remote townships, communities and urban centres.

Desirable

1. Working knowledge of functions, policies and regulatory controls within the public housing sector, including the Housing Act and Residential

Tenancies Act.

2. Knowledge of the political, cultural and economic issues specific to the region.

Further information

Applicants should familiarise themselves with the NTPS Capability Framework which applies to all NTPS employees. CLF 6 outlines the capabilities

that are required for this vacancy. The CLF is available here.