"Project Support Officer"

• Reference number: 24699
• Term: Fixed-term, full-time basis until 31 December 2024
• Remuneration: $105,466 to $114,196 pa (HEW6) (inclusive of $89,120 to $96,497 salary pa. 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
• Location: Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)
• Open to: Current staff members of QUT who have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of the fixed-term appointment. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people who are not QUT staff are also eligible and encouraged to apply. Please note that current staff wishing to be considered for secondment to this position must seek prior approval from their supervisor before submitting an application.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a Project Support Officer to join Campus Services and Procurement, Administrative Division.

The Project Support Officer delivers a range of high-quality professional services and plays a key role in supporting the Director, Physical Infrastructure Development with efficient information, operational and administrative services and contributing to team and stakeholder communications. This position reports to the Director, Physical Infrastructure Development for career planning, development, and performance expectations.

We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

What you need to succeed

1. Education, training and/or relevant experience equivalent to completion of a degree with subsequent relevant work experience in an administrative or project support position within a large organisation.
2. Highly developed oral communication and interpersonal skills with proven ability to collaborate and communicate professionally and confidentially with a diverse range of clients and stakeholders.
3. Demonstrated digital literacy skills and the ability to work effectively with the Microsoft suite of products including SharePoint and other communications software, data and content management systems, along with the ability to learn new technologies quickly.
4. Demonstrated high level planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines including the ability to embrace change and respond to unexpected challenges at short notice.
5. Strong written communication skills including the demonstrated ability to draft high-quality communications, submissions, documents and reports with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

Life at QUT

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

• A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions. 
• Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%. 
• Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super). 
• Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance. 
• Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks. 
• Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms. 
• Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
• Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff  through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees. 

Explore more benefits of life at QUT.

Belong at QUT 

We are guided by our values of Ambition, Curiosity, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Innovation, and Academic Freedom and our QUT Connections in our mission to inspire and shape the next generation of change-makers. 

As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, we proudly support our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, aiming for an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6%. We extend a warm invitation to Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a rewarding career at QUT.

We believe that diversity is our strength and are dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse cultures, ages, linguistic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities, and those who are living with disabilities to apply for positions at QUT.

At QUT, diversity is not just embraced—its celebrated. See our commitment

How to Apply

Discover the possibilities that await with a career at QUT. If youre ready to embark on a journey of innovation and opportunity, were excited to meet you.

Find out more about this position and submit your application by clicking Apply or the link below.

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Job opens: 15-Aug-2024

Applications Close: 28-Aug-2024 at 11.30pm