Asset Project Officer, Engineering

About the role: Ongoing Role, Full Time

The Asset Project Officer, Engineering provides a technical support function to the Asset Planning unit. The role supports the planning, development and implementation of processes, systems, tools, and reporting to facilitate the delivery of best-practice asset planning and operational outcomes. Additionally, the role will provide risk-based asset assessment and analysis of the existing and future asset needs. The role supports and advises on the impact of design decisions on the long-term outcomes of department capital projects and investments.

The role also will entail

Providing technical guidence on asset, engineering and Management operational issues for agencys with all relevant stakeholders
Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders while also providing support across the delivery of best practise in this framework
About us:

At the Victorian Department of Health we want a future where Victorians are the healthiest people in the world. A Victoria where our children and people thrive, our workplaces are productive and safe, and our communities are more connected.

We see it as our job to support Victorians to stay healthy and safe. And to deliver a world-class healthcare system that ensures every single Victorian can access safe, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all.

About you:

The ideal candidate will have understanding of health infrastructure, asset management, and engineering maintenance, as well as the operational realities that health services are operating in. They will possess the ability to influence others to optimise health infrastructure performance over the long term. Strong technical knowledge and analytical skills are essential, complemented by excellent communication, coordination, and interpersonal skills.

Provide engineering and asset management, advice, and recommendations to management and government based on infrastructure designs, construction, and operations in a health setting.
Identify processes, tasks and resources required to achieve tasks and projects; identifying more and less critical activities and operating accordingly, reviewing and adjusting as required; develop and implement systems and procedures to guide work and track progress; recognising barriers and find effective ways to deal with them.
Identify and mitigate risks related to health infrastructure and minor capital projects. Develop and implement risk management strategies to ensure project success and safety.
Furthermore the successful candidate will be required to have knowledge of the following Qualifications / Specialist Expertise

Qualifications

A tertiary qualification in engineering or technical degree is required.
Specialist Expertise

A strong understanding of the Australian health system, including operational or project experience in hospital facilities, engineering or medical assets, will be strongly preferred.
What we offer:

The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.
A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service & Sector.
A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements.
How to apply:

Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Click the `Apply' button to view further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date.

We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians. All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at inclusion@health.vic.gov.au. For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health.

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks. Information provided will be treated in the strictest confidence in line with our Privacy Policy. If you have any queries in relation to the application or recruitment processes, please email talentacquisition@health.vic.gov.au.