Closes: 30 April 2026
Classification: Infrastructure Officer 4
Salary: $150,407 - $170,037 plus superannuation
Position No: 71126
Directorate: City and Environment
Advertised (Gazettal date): 16 April 2026
Contact Officer: Jerome Catbagan on ***************@act.gov.au or (02) 6207 8***
Details: The Infrastructure Development Delivery Branch is seeking a high‑performing Project Officer to join the Major Projects Interface Coordination (MPIC) Unit within City Operations.
Infrastructure Development Delivery (IDD) is responsible for the delivery, review and acceptance of the City and Environment Directorate (CED) municipal infrastructure including:
* Delivery of the CED capital works and infrastructure programs for City Operations, ACT NoWaste, Transport Canberra, Libraries ACT, Domestic Animal Services and other business units;
* Design review and asset acceptance for offsite works associated with private development; and
* Major projects interface and coordination, including the directorate’s involvement in light rail and major road projects, encompassing scope and performance requirements, design review and acceptance, and asset handover.
The MPIC Unit provides technical input, coordination and management of City Operations requirements for major transport and roads infrastructure projects delivered by the Infrastructure Canberra Directorate (iCBR). MPIC acts as a central point of contact for projects requiring coordinated subject matter expert input, approvals and decisions from City Operations asset owner teams, and supports quality assurance and compliance across the design and construction phases.
This Director Transport Projects Coordination is responsible for leading a portfolio of major transport projects, primarily light rail initiatives, and potentially other significant transport projects with substantial City Operations assets. The position ensures coordinated City Operations advice and input across planning, design, construction and asset handover phases, supporting the delivery of high‑quality, compliant and integrated transport outcomes for the community.
Under limited direction, the role provides technical and strategic advice, represents City Operations in project governance forums, and manages complex stakeholder relationships across government and delivery agencies. The role also has direct supervisory responsibility and leads a team providing project coordination, governance and liaison functions.
Please see attached Position Description for details of the duties to be undertaken.
Should you have any questions relating to the position, please contact Jerome Catbagan on (02) 6207 8***
Eligibility/Other requirements:
* Relevant professional qualification in Engineering, Architecture or Project Management or accreditation with a professional body recognised within Australia; or
* Relevant building degree; or
* Sound general level of building or Infrastructure knowledge and/or project management experience.
Notes: This is a temporary position available immediately for two years with the possibility of permanency.
A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.
How to apply:
* Please submit a written response of no more than two-pages addressing the Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description. Please provide evidence of your suitability for the role demonstrating how your Skills, Knowledge and Experience make you the best candidate for this position.
* Succinct applications that clearly demonstrate applicants’ contribution towards successful team projects will be viewed highly.
* Applications should also include a current curriculum vitae and the name and contact details of two referees.
Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below.
Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.
Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.
City and Environment
City and Environment Directorate was established on the 1 July 2025. This new directorate is an amalgamation of positions previously advertised under Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development Directorate and Transport Canberra and City Services Directorate.
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Note
This is a temporary position available immediately for two years with the possibility of permanency.