Job Reference:
Curtin University's Properties, Facilities and Development (PF&D) team is seeking a proactive and organised Project Officer to support the delivery of minor works, trades requests, and low risk construction & interior projects across our vibrant campuses.
About the role
In this role, you'll coordinate and implement project activities, provide high-level support to larger initiatives, and ensure the timely, efficient delivery of a wide range of property-related projects. Working closely with the Manager, Interiors & Minor Projects, you'll be a key point of contact for project communications, stakeholder coordination, and contractor engagement.
You will be responsible for the delivery of a range of minor capital and refurbishment projects valued up to $250,000. These projects typically involve interior fit-outs, building modifications, and small-scale infrastructure improvements across the University's campuses.
This role is ideal for someone with a strong background and hands-on experience in the construction or building industry and who is passionate about delivering high-quality projects within an educational environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Coordinate the planning and delivery of minor works and interiors projects.
* Manage stakeholder communication, ensuring alignment across internal and external partners.
* Prepare project documentation, reports, review schedules, and risk assessments.
* Administer contracts and approve progress claims within delegated authority.
* Liaise with external contractors and monitor project outcomes and client satisfaction.
* Support business case and project initiation documentation development.
* Ensure compliance with Curtin's Standards and Guidelines.
Selection Criteria:
You are an organised, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative environment. You'll have strong project coordination skills, a customer-focused mindset, and the ability to manage multiple priorities within deadlines.
Essential:
* Relevant qualifications in construction, building, architecture, or a related discipline (minimum Diploma level).
* Trade qualifications or experience within the maintenance or facilities sector will be highly regarded.
* Proven experience in construction project delivery, from planning and design through to completion.
* Strong understanding of contractor management, budget control, and safety compliance.
* Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
* Demonstrated research and analytical capabilities.
* Strong computer literacy, including MS Office, and property data systems.
* Experience or understanding of statutory and compliance requirements in the building industry.
Desirable:
* Experience in a tertiary or large, multidisciplinary organisation.
* Familiarity with integrated public realm and built environment project delivery.
Role Requirements:
* You will require working rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role
* Current "C" Class Driver's Licence (or equivalent).
* White Card - while this is mandatory, you can initiate this upon joining if not already obtained
* Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin's satisfaction.
About Curtin University
We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page -
What We Offer You:
Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and a multitude of food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more.
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Please click APPLY NOW ensuring to attach the following documents:
1. Cover letter addressing the selection criteria noted above
2. Resume
If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on or option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address.
Applications close: 8.30pm (AWST), Thursday, 22 January 2026
Late applications or applications received via email will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted.
Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.
Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.