Principal Consultant

This is a permanent full-time position commencing ASAP
The Infrastructure Division has responsibility for the planning and provision of facilities (land, buildings and equipment), which includes land planning, student enrolment forecasting and facilities planning, strategic asset management, capital works programs, maintenance and minor works programs and provision of facilities related services.
The Infrastructure Operations Directorate is responsible for the provision of services to schools in relation to security and emergency management and environmental services (including water and tree management, and contaminated site investigations and remediation), and property management and leasing.
The Directorate also manages contracts, including the WA Schools Public Private Partnership, lawnmowing and hygiene contracts.
The Role
The Principal Consultant - Property Management will lead the management of the Department's occupied and surplus property portfolio.
You will lead a team to manage infrastructure services, property leases, agreements and associated budgets, providing oversight to the negotiation and coordination of office accommodation, maintenance of leased premises, building management and office fit outs.
You will be expected to develop, manage and review processes and guidelines that support the management and administration of the properties and leases as well as coordinate and participate in strategic planning for the department's property portfolio.
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.

Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to 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.
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.

hold or obtain a current Western Australian 'C' Class drivers' licence.
undertake travel throughout metropolitan and regional locations as required

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 (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:

A CV of up 3 pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
A maximum of 3 pages statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:

Demonstrated extensive understanding of and experience in property, facilities and/or lease management.
Demonstrated highly developed written communication skills with experience in preparing complex agreements, briefing notes and reports.
Demonstrated high-level oral and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to negotiate and consult effectively at senior levels in the private and public sectors.
Demonstrated high-level conceptual and analytical skills, with the ability to provide innovative solutions to complex problems and issues.
Demonstrated skills in providing leadership and working collaboratively to manage a range of complex projects.

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 41***for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE991967
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 (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 19 September 2025.

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