Infrastructure Services Officer

7 hours ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Department of Education Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

An exciting opportunity exists for one dedicated and innovative candidate to temporarily join the Property Services Unit.

The successful Infrastructure Services Officer will be appointed to our Strategic Advisory team.

This unit is ideally looking for candidates with a background in state government property-related matters, town planning, and property development, to provide site-based investigations and due diligence as part of the future planning for new and existing schools.

The Strategic Advisory team is involved in forward planning to support the education needs of growing communities.

This temporary opportunity will be available until 30 June 2026, unless otherwise determined.

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About the Department of Education

Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity,  offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.

About Us

Infrastructure Services Division (ISD) provides quality infrastructure services to the department. ISD is a highly motivated, energetic, and results-oriented team focused on delivering flexible, innovative, and responsive infrastructure solutions.

ISD contributes to teaching and learning outcomes in schools by aligning Property Services with whole-of-government initiatives and departmental priorities. Core functions include policy formulation, strategic planning, program formation, project delivery, and performance reporting.

About the Role

The Infrastructure Services Officer is responsible for identifying, assessing, and acquiring strategic land parcels to meet growing education demand, including the development of new schools and the expansion of existing schools.

The team covers a broad range of property functions, and you will be required to provide strategic advice in relation to property development, site due diligence, as well as identifying site opportunities and constraints. This includes undertaking detailed due diligence and stakeholder engagement to identify and de-risk priority sites and strategic opportunities to facilitate the delivery of the expanding education portfolio.

As the Infrastructure Services Officer, you will:

  • Provide operational advice and support to various areas of the department on a diverse range of property-related matters, facility planning, investment, and portfolio operations that ensure the implementation of quality management practices.
  • Analyse, assess, and recommend land acquisition options for a new school site or the expansion of an existing school.

Highlights

  • Engage with a variety of stakeholders within the department, other government agencies, local government, and the community.
  • Opportunity to work in a challenging and fast-paced team focused on progressing the department's infrastructure objectives.
  • Work with a team of passionate and like-minded people.

About You

To be successful in the role, you will possess the following attributes:

  • Strong research skills and well-developed written skills, including report and brief writing.
  • Awareness and understanding of relevant legislation and policy that impact a Queensland Government property portfolio.
  • A willingness to stay connected to industry updates and networks, with the ability to be proactive and forward-thinking, and a strong motivation to work towards organisational objectives.

Although not mandatory, qualifications or industry experience in the following areas will be beneficial:

  • Acquisition of Land Act
  • Land Act administration
  • Property development
  • Town planning
  • Property-related policy and legislation
  • Tenure conversion
  • Native Title and Cultural Heritage

How to Apply

Please attach the following:

  • A brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (one of whom should be your current supervisor).
  • A maximum 2 page cover letter indicating your experience and how it relates to the role.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department. 

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

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