Project Officer

3 days ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Compas Pty Ltd Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

TSPV/ NV2 - Project Officers | Month ContractLocation: QLD, ACT, VIC (Onsite only)

Are you an experienced Project Officer with Positive Vetting (TSPV or NV2) clearance, ready to support complex and high-profile programs? This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a secure environment where your project coordination skills will support the successful delivery of strategic initiatives. You'll play a key role in planning, tracking, reporting, and stakeholder engagement activities that directly impact national operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support planning, scheduling, documentation, and reporting across multiple project phases
  • Contribute to test, evaluation, and acceptance activities in line with project objectives
  • Draft project briefs, reports, and committee submissions with attention to detail
  • Collaborate effectively with stakeholders and maintain accurate project records

Key Criteria

  • Minimum 3 years' experience in a Project Officer or similar role
  • Familiarity with project methodologies (e.g. PRINCE2, SaFE) and strong MS365 skills
  • Ability to work across multiple priorities with high attention to process and quality
  • Experience supporting small projects or sub-projects, including risk and cost tracking

Contract Duration: 12 months with 2 x 12-month extension options.

Security Clearance: Due to the nature of this environment, candidates are required to have a minimum NV2 clearance to perform this role.

This position is open to Australian citizens with a valid security clearance due to role requirements. We are committed to a non-discriminatory hiring process but, unfortunately, cannot provide visa sponsorship for overseas applicants.

How to Apply

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Due to system limitations, we will only be able to contact candidates who closely match the requirements for this role. We appreciate your understanding and encourage you to apply if your experience aligns with the position.

About Compas

Compas Pty Ltd is a Canberra-based, wholly Australian-owned Recruitment and Services company that has been operating since 1987. We specialise in the provision of permanent, contract, and temporary recruitment services, as well as specialised consulting assignments.

YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE TREATED WITH THE STRICTEST CONFIDENCE

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