Project Officer

Project Officer

At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.

• Ongoing Full-Time
• Located in Blacktown with flexible working arrangements available
• Competitive salary of $113,574 - $125,720 pa plus superannuation and leave loading

About the role

Represent the unit, in its role as a technical stakeholder, on a range of security projects and provide subject matter expertise to facilitate the inclusion of effective and efficient security strategies.

The Projects Officer plays a key role in ensuring that safety and security considerations are embedded into every stage of, asset, minor and major capital works projects. Working closely with internal teams and project managers, the role provides clear, practical advice through all stages of the project from initial design to completion. The officer must have strong communication skills to coordinate technical input from multiple stakeholders and ensure compliance with organisational standards to deliver secure fit for purpose security systems in and on school sites.

For further information please click here to view the role description

About you –

• Demonstrated experience in project coordination within a large or complex organisation specifically with security systems and/or infrastructure.
• Ability to interpret and apply legislative standards, understanding the importance of security standards, guidelines, and departmental policies throughout the project lifecycle.
• Well-developed communication and stakeholder-management skills, with a collaborative and solutions-focused approach.
• High level of attention to detail, accountability, and commitment to delivering work that meets compliance and operational requirements.
• Proactive work ethic with the ability to manage competing priorities, anticipate risks, and provide timely, practical advice to project teams.
• Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department's Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department's Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.

Essential requirements of the role

• Driver's Licence – Class C.
• Willingness to travel to schools throughout the state when required.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements
• 35 hour working week
• Competitive, salary sacrificing, employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• Flex Leave entitlements, generous holidays & leave conditions
• Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth

How to apply

Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role.

Applicants are encouraged to prepare their application materials independently. The selection panel values authentic and personally written responses that reflect your own experience, insights and alignment with the Department's values and priorities.

Please refer to the Applicant's Guide to Applying to assist you with your application.

If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education, click here for instructions on how to submit your application.

All other applicants please submit your application by clicking 'Apply Now'.

Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.

As a condition of employment, successful candidates not currently employed by the Department must provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance number. Renewal is not required after the WWCC expires, as long as you remain in a non–child-related role. Employer obligations only apply while the WWCC is valid.

Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa. 

Closing date:  07 December 2025 at 11:59pm.

For role enquiries please contact Megan Tainton at and for recruitment process enquirires please contact Nabeel Abd Almadi at

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team ) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.

A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.