Strategic Infrastructure Planning Director

2 days ago

Russell, Australia Australian Government Department of Defence Full time
Company Overview

The Australian Government Department of Defence is responsible for managing one of Australia's most significant real estate portfolios, supporting the operational readiness of over 90,000 Defence personnel across every state and territory.


Salary

$123,456 - $165,899 per annum (plus superannuation)


Job Description

We are seeking experienced professionals to join our Security and Estate Group as Assistant Directors. The successful candidates will be part of a multidisciplinary team responsible for planning, developing, and delivering major capital facilities and infrastructure projects across the Defence estate.


Key Responsibilities:
  • Program and project management for the planning, development, and delivery of major capital facilities and infrastructure projects.
  • Strategic policy advice and estate planning, including legislative compliance and alignment with major Government policies and reforms.
  • Contamination management and remediation, including PFAS and other contaminants.
  • Program delivery, including management of the National Unexploded Ordnance Program, Noise and Flight Path Monitoring System, and Australian Noise Exposure Forecast maps at relevant airfields.
  • Professional engineering activities, including policy development, design reviews, provision of advice, and governance and assurance activities across various disciplines.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Candidates will possess a number of key attributes, including experience in managing multidisciplinary teams, excellent time management, prioritization of competing demands, and judgement. They will also have well-developed interpersonal skills to liaise, collaborate, and build productive stakeholder relationships. Superior written and verbal communication skills are essential, along with a record of working positively to achieve outcomes and being resilient and able to persevere when challenged.


Benefits

The Australian Government Department of Defence offers a range of benefits to its employees, including access to training and professional development opportunities, flexible work arrangements, and a comprehensive salary packaging program.


Others

This vacancy is only available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people as an affirmative measure under s31 of the Australian Public Service Commissioner's Directions 2022. Proof of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Heritage is required from all applicants.

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