Overview
This is a permanent full-time position commencing April 2026. The Infrastructure Division is responsible for the strategic planning, delivery and ongoing management of education facilities across Western Australia. The branch ensures that land, buildings and equipment are planned and provided to meet current and future student needs, supporting safe, functional and contemporary learning environments.
This includes land use planning, student enrolment forecasting, facilities planning, strategic asset management, and the delivery of capital works, maintenance and minor works programs. Working collaboratively with schools and stakeholders, the branch supports the Department's commitment to high-quality education through responsive, transparent and accountable infrastructure services.
Role and Responsibilities
* The role provides specialised administrative, operational, and policy support to Senior Project Officers across a range of facilities‐related programs.
* Key responsibilities include developing and maintaining program databases, preparing documentation for capital resource‐sharing initiatives, interpreting policy requirements, and applying local knowledge of existing facilities to support informed decision‐making for the Department.
* The role assists Senior Project Officers in assessing facilities needs, compiling equitable capital works programs and preparing documentation for capital resource‐sharing projects.
* The role also provides high‐quality, client‐focused support to the Minister's Office, schools, school systems, and the wider community. This includes preparing briefing notes and responses under the direction of senior staff, delivering accurate and timely advice, and ensuring strong stakeholder relationships. A commitment to continuous improvement, effective communication, and customer‐service excellence is essential to ensuring consistent access to specialist knowledge across diverse stakeholders.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in East Perth, and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
* 12% employer contributed superannuation.
* Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part-time arrangements.
* Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave.
* Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance.
* Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments).
* Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow CAT bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to building an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
* be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
* consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job. Complete the online application form, including details of two work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents. Your application should include:
* A CV of up to five pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
* A two page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
* Demonstrated sound communication, interpersonal skills and presentation skills and the ability to build and maintain client relationships and prepare appropriate correspondence.
* Demonstrated sound conceptual and analytical skills.
* Demonstrated sound organisational skills with the ability to use initiative and work independently or in a team environment to achieve required project/program outcomes.
Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education's Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1026265
Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
The Department applies a four day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Thursday 26 March 2026
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