Principal Project Officer PMO

2 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Department of Health - Queensland Full time $104,000 - $160,000 per year

As a Principal Project Officer, you will be responsible for writing executive-level program and governance documentation to the exacting standards of the program. Applying excellent knowledge and experience of PRINCE2 methodology you will lead the management of risks, issues and lessons learned, inform product-based planning, conduct impact assessments and develop documentation in accordance with established change control processes and manage specialised work packages. You will support project managers to ensure products are managed in accordance with best practice guidelines and ensure adherence of quality and control processes across the program to enable the achievement of consistent, high-quality program outcomes. In the role you will also manage, monitor, and report on program related trends and performance against program plans and schedules.

Role fit:


•Demonstrated experience in a large scale, complex project environment, including product-based planning, risk management, reporting and project closure, and an ability to analyse, plan and manage specialised work packages.

•    High level knowledge and application of appropriate project management methodologies (preferably PRINCE2), and an ability to provide expert advice on the use of appropriate project management techniques, planning methodologies and  scheduling tools within projects and Project Management Offices.

•    Demonstrated excellent writing skills and outstanding verbal communication skills to produce succinct executive briefs, manage stakeholder groups to achieve a positive outcome, synthesise information to facilitate decision-making processes, and adhere to program strategies and processes to lead quality within the Program Management Office and across the program.

Why work with us?

Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment that values people and prioritises employee success and wellbeing. This includes:

Competitive salaries

• % superannuation 

• % leave loading

Employee wellbeing

• hour full time work week

•    Access to 24/7 confidential employee support providers and counsellors including for immediate family members

•    Additional flexibility to support your work life balance including access to generous leave entitlements, such as purchased leave, domestic violence leave, reproductive health leave, cultural leave, study and examination leave.

Professional development

•    Career progression with more than 300 diverse career pathways and career support to take you further 

•    Access to a variety of programs and initiatives to support training and career growth. 

•    Grow your skills through hands-on experience and access to internal training opportunities and additional financial and leave benefits for approved external training and development.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

At Queensland Health, our work environment is inclusive and supportive, and we value our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all cultures, abilities and backgrounds.

Our commitment to cultural safety, equity, diversity and inclusion means we understand some people may need changes to the recruitment process. If you need support during the recruitment process, such as meeting with the panel virtually instead of in person, please reach out to the hiring manager. We value diverse candidates and your need for adjustments will not affect our hiring decisions.

Ready to apply?

For further information on how to apply please review the attached Role Description.

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