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Join to apply for the Project Officer Facilities role at NSW State Emergency Service1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Project Officer Facilities role at NSW State Emergency ServiceJoin a small team working to build the frameworks for good facilities asset management so our volunteers can effectively support their communitiesWork in a volunteer-based agency supporting communities of NSWFull time ongoing roleLocation is flexible: offices available at Rhodes, Goonellabah, Metford, Tamworth, Wagga, Dubbo, Goulburn and WollongongAbout the opportunityThe Facilities Strategy Project Officer will work with the team to support effective prioritisation and future planning for our facilities.Based on an understanding of operational needs and fit for purpose, you will help define facility requirements that guide the prioritisation of existing funding, support future funding requests and inform long-term plans for the maintenance and renewal of our facilities.You will contribute to a wide range of activities, including the definition of facility standards, development of collaboration processes with Zone staff, engagement with local councils, identification of funding opportunities, data collation and maintenance, support for condition reporting, and scoping of potential future works.The teams primary focus is on improving the condition of volunteer headquarters across more than 240 locations statewide. These sites operate from a diverse range of facilities, including heritage buildings, shipping containers, and shared sheds, in both metropolitan and remote areas.While these facilities are owned by local councils, drive for changes and planning of upgrades is led by the NSW SES. The diversity of capabilities and community needs across locations means that planning and decision making is highly complex and influenced by many factors.The team consists of the Principal Advisor Facilities Strategy and two Facilities Project Officers. This role has no direct reports.About the NSW SESOur Mission: NSW SES saving lives and creating safer communities.Our Vision: A trusted volunteer-based emergency service, working together to deliver excellence in community preparedness and emergency response.The NSW SES serves the community as the lead agency for flood, storm and tsunami. We are recognised as the most versatile and widely used emergency service organisation in NSW. Our volunteers are highly skilled, experienced, and well-trained in the wide variety of roles they perform.With over 10,000 volunteers we are committed to protecting and supporting the diverse communities of NSW. Learn more hereAbout youTo be successful in this role you will:Ideally have experience in the facilities management or construction industryActively contribute to a collaborative team environment by bringing ideas, solutions and structured plans, developed through consideration of diverse perspectives and needs, to achieve shared outcomes.Productively work with some autonomy to deliver quality outcomes with a geographically widespread set of colleagues and stakeholdersHave the ability to organise and analyse technical information, opinions and broader influences to find effective and data-driven conclusionsBe comfortable with a wide range of technology and use it to effectively organise and communicate information in various formatsBe pragmatic, flexible, and able to consider practical solutions to technical challengeWhat we can offer youYou will enjoy a 35-hour work week, with the potential for flexible work arrangements depending on the requirements of the role and operational needsYou can enjoy a hybrid work environment, time in the office (locations across the state) and time working from home. NSW SES Headquarters is in Wollongong, where you would need to attend several times per year.Attractive salary range of $110,266.00 to $122,058.00 plus 11.5% superannuation and leave loadingOur work is meaningful and rewarding. The SESs mission is saving lives and creating safer communities, and you can be an important part of our work.We have attractive leave entitlements including parental, sick, flex and recreation leave.We care about our people. We have Mental Health & Wellbeing programs and services to support our people and operational and leadership training and development opportunities to develop our people. Some of these include:o Fitness Passporto LinkedIn Learningo Member Assist Program for free confidential counselling supporto Flu vaccine program. You Belong HereWe care about people as individuals and are committed to diversity, inclusion, and new ways of working. We encourage applications from people of any age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, faith, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.We want our people to reflect the diverse community we serve and are committed to creating an inclusive and flexible workplace. We want to know what this looks like for you so we can support your success at work.If you require reasonable adjustments, we are committed to supporting you throughout the recruitment processes and in the workplace, If you feel you may require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact recruitment@ses.nsw.gov.au for confidential advice on options.How to applyYour application should include as separate attachments:A cover letter (maximum of one page) briefly responding to the essential requirements and outlining your interest in and fit for the role,Responses to each of the targeted questions (maximum of one page per answer), andAn up-to-date resume of no more than four pages detailing your skills and experience relevant to the roleTargeted Questions (maximum of one page per answer)1. Explain how you have contributed to the development or improvement of a policy, strategy or procedure as part of a large-scale project or within a complex organisational environment. What was your role, what challenges did you face and what was the impact of your contribution?2. Describe a project you worked on where effective communication and collaboration were critical to its success. What was your role, how did you engage stakeholders and team members, and how did you determine the best way to do this?Want to know more?If you want to know more about this opportunity, please contact Sara Morgan, sara.morgan@ses.nsw.gov.au or 0400 920 132.The role description is available here.Talent PoolA 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. 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