Senior Capital Works Officer

Temporary (full time) appointment commencing 1 January 2026 until 30 June 2029 with the possibility of a further temporary appointment and/or permanency.

The DepartmentAt the Department of Training and Workforce Development we support Western Australia's training system to develop the skills and capabilities needed to transform lives while creating strong and vibrant businesses, communities, and the economy.

We're an equal opportunity employer and encourage people with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to join us, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disability, youth, women and people of diverse sexualities and genders.

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Critical to our success in delivering value for the future of Western Australians is the leadership capability of our people. We believe that everyone is a leader, regardless of their role and we are committed to advancing our collective leadership impact by adopting the behaviours and mindsets in Leadership Expectations.

The RoleThe Senior Capital Works Officer is responsible for the coordination, planning, design and development of capital works and maintenance projects on behalf of the Department and in partnership with the TAFE Colleges and Department of Housing and Works.

To achieve this, the position liaises, consults and negotiates with key internal and external stakeholders and interested parties and represents the Department on a variety of committees and project consultation groups. A key deliverable is to ensure program planning, budget forecasting, and the implementation of maintenance and capital projects are completed effectively and to a high standard.

The position is part of a project management team using project management methodology to form programs of work, develop and implement maintenance and infrastructure projects and manage the capture of project information to a high standard of accountability, including budget management and reporting.

To be successful in this role you will ideally have;

• experience in managing or coordinating projects, including the ability to deliver agreed outcomes within specified timeframes and to budget;
• a sound understanding of facilities maintenance and/or built form construction processes;
• the ability to work effectively as part of a team to establish and maintain networks; and
• high level written and interpersonal communication skills.

As a Senior Capital Works Officer, you will be part of a highly skilled, multidisciplinary and progressive team which is responsible for the delivery of a variety of projects and programs of work, at various TAFE locations, including new infrastructure, repurposing, refurbishments, maintenance and upgrades, and repairs.  You will develop, monitor and oversee medium to high-risk projects from initiation to completion, lead teams, drive stakeholder engagement, and coordinate planning, procurement, and delivery through to post-completion phases to ensure successful outcomes.

As a measure to achieve equality under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people (24 years of age and under) and people with disability who meet the requirements of the position may be prioritised for appointment.

Employee BenefitsYou will have access to a range of benefits which may include:

• Flexible work arrangements including flexitime and working remotely;
• Flexible leave arrangements, including study leave;
• A comprehensive health and wellbeing program including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Contact Officers;
• Career and professional development programs and opportunities; and
• Salary packaging options.

Want to know more?For full details of the role, eligibility requirements and what we are looking for, read the attached job description and application package.

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Luke Brennan, Capital Projects Manager on or email

If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process, including alternate methods of communication, please contact Human Resources via or via

How to applyApplicants are required to apply online and need to submit an application consisting of:

• a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume, providing sufficient information to enable an assessment of your skills and experience relevant to this role, and
• a brief covering letter not exceeding two pages, relating your skills and experience to the selection criteria as outlined in attached Job Description Form.

To submit your application, please click on the Apply for Job button.

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Please note…The onus is on the applicant to ensure that their application is received by the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

This selection process may be used to identify suitable applicants for similar vacancies that arise within the next twelve months. The Department may conduct further search activities after the closing date, if required, to extend the field of applicants.

Applications close Monday 10 November 2025 at 4:00pm (WST).

Attachments:

- Application Information Pack

- Senior Capital Works Officer - JDF.PDF

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