Project Manager Mechanical

Job description

Agency Department of Logistics and Infrastructure Work unit Maintenance Branch - Mechanical

Job title Project Manager – Mechanical Designation Technical 5

Job type Full time Duration Ongoing

Salary $101,083 - $110,043 Location Palmerston

Position number 11226 RTF Closing 02/12/2025

Contact officer Matthew Plewinski, Director Maintenance on or

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TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans

The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates

people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or

job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go

to the OCPE website.

Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go

to the OCPE website.

Primary objective

The role is responsible for the delivery of the NT Government urgent repairs and cyclical maintenance program; including managing

period and panel contracts related to the position's area of specialisation for maintaining building assets on behalf of agencies.

Additionally, the role delivers a range of assigned Capital Works, Minor Works and Maintenance projects for Northern Territory

Government agencies within their area of expertise and provides technical advice and assistance in relation to projects across the

Territory.

Context statement

The Maintenance branch is responsible for emergency and disaster management response for built infrastructure in the northern

region and supporting regional offices to deliver infrastructure works and asset maintenance.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Manage all phases of allocated trade-based project delivery and contract management, provide high level assistance and advice

on project, and contract-related matters. Driving to project sites and meetings with stakeholders will be required.

2. Recommend, implement and administer appropriate construction contracts and provide regular reporting of project status.

3. Assess resources/skills needs for the delivery of projects and build and maintain excellent stakeholder relationships.

4. Ensure projects meet the requirements of the NT Building Act, National Construction Code and Australian Standards as applied

in the NT.

5. Carry out all duties in accordance with Departmental WHS, EEO and environmental guidelines.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. A trade qualification in Mechanical – Heating Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC&R) or equivalent

experience directly relevant to the position.

2. Strong current technical knowledge and extensive experience in the National Construction Code, relevant to Centralised Plant

HVAC and Building Mechanical Services.,

1. Substantial knowledge and experience in building project and contract management, including assessing and managing human

and financial resources, with broad knowledge and experience in procurement, contract conditions and interpretation of

legislation.

1. Knowledge of project reporting and processes in planning, implementing and evaluating projects, with well-developed IT

knowledge and skills including MS Office-based software, project management tools and mainframe systems.

1. Good understanding of factors that may impact on project outcomes for the relevant agency and ability to ensure functional

briefs are understood and match agency requirements.

1. Effective oral and written communication and negotiation and problem-solving ability relating to the delivery of infrastructure

projects in a client focussed, cross-cultural environment.

1. Ability to manage pressure and change, analyse risk, apply discretion, initiative, confidentiality and adaptability, and meet

deadlines.

1. Current NT Drivers licence or ability to obtain.

Desirable

1. A current Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (ARCTICK) Licence issued by a relevant Australian State or Territory Licensing

Board.

Further information

Three (3) ongoing positions are available. The position will require a National Criminal History check, an Ochre Card, and a White

Card (NT).