Department of Education Reference number 12806-44064038 Occupation Project/Program Management, Project Management, Project Officer, Property and Asset Management Work type Contract / Temporary Location Wollongong & The South Coast Salary Information Closing date 13 April 2026 at 11:59pm
At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.
* Temporary Role up to 13 November 2026
* Location Batemans Bay
* Package includes salary $99,938.00 - $110,271.00 p.a. plus superannuation and annual leave loading
About School Infrastructure
School Infrastructure (SI) is delivering new school buildings, major upgrades and maintenance strategies to ensure every school-aged child has access to high quality education facilities at their local public school. This encompasses the largest investment in public education infrastructure in the history of NSW.
About the role
* Provide a full range of asset services to a group of schools within the assigned area of the regional Asset Management Unit (AMU).
* Support with the implementation of facilities management programs and maintenance works, to provide high quality, professional service delivery.
* Liaise with consultants, contractors, and other asset management staff to support the design, development and construction phases of projects.
* Prepare project briefs, status reports, financial information, and other associated documentation to inform decision making on the delivery of facilities management projects in schools.
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About you
* Project Management and or Construction Management experience or associated transferrable skills.
* A good level of computer skill couple with a good understanding of Microsoft suite of applications.
* Ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes.
* Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education
* Current and valid NSW Driver's Licence.
* Willingness and ability to travel across the assigned area of Asset Management of Southern NSW.
* Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.
* Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department's Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department's Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.
Benefits
* 35 hour working week
* Flexible working arrangements
* Flex Leave entitlements, generous holidays & leave conditions
* Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth
* Competitive, salary sacrificing, employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
* Fitness Passport unlocking access to 1500+ fitness facilities
How to apply
Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role as well as answering the following two targeted questions:
* Please provide an example of when you have demonstrated a high level of customer service.
* Please provide an example of where you have managed a situation with a difficult person.
Please refer to the Applicant's Guide to Applying to assist you with your application.
If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education,
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Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.
As a condition of employment, successful candidates who are not currently employed by the Department must provide a current Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance number. There is no requirement to renew the WWCC once it expires after five years. Employer obligations under the WWCC will apply only for the duration of its validity, up to five years.
Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa.
Closing date 13 April 2026 at 11:59pm.
For role enquiries please contact Matthew Reid via email at