We actively seek to reflect the diversity of the Australian community in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and/or who are neurodivergent, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and members of the LGBTQIA+ community, including people of all genders and gender identities. We uphold gender equality as a core organisational value. If you’re interested in the role but feel uncertain, we still encourage you to apply if you feel your passions, transferable skills and valuable experience align with this position.

The opportunity we have available

The Branch is looking for a motivated, reliable and experienced person on Norfolk Island to work to the Assistant Director Assets & Facilities focusing on overseeing maintenance and capital work.

We are in search of an enthusiastic project manager with strong project management and stakeholder skills.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a small team that makes a genuine and enduring contribution to the Norfolk Island community.

The successful applicant will supervise one team member including performance management and cover the facilities maintenance of:

• Norfolk Island Central School;
• Norfolk Island Police Station;
• Kingston and Cascade Piers;
• Selwyn, Cascade, and Cockpit Reserves; and
• Norfolk Island Health and Residential Aged Care Service (NIHRACS)

What you will do

To be successful in the role, you will need to:

• Prepare and manage contracts for the maintenance of Australian Government assets on Norfolk Island, including the procurement of new services and monitoring of existing arrangements
• Negotiate respectfully and effectively with a broad range of stakeholders
• Possess a sound understanding of workplace health and safety legislation and its application to the building and construction industry
• Have a proven track record in supervisory roles within the building and construction industry
• Manage scheduled maintenance activities across multiple sites
• Support the management of significant construction projects and report on progress to the Norfolk Island and Mainland Territories Branches
• Manage the asset management plans for Australian Government assets on Norfolk Island.
• Provide high quality and timely reports on the progress of projects
• Manage and develop systems to report on projects and comply with the site reporting requirements
• Develop and support productive working relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders to respond to needs, manage expectations, develop solutions and solve problems.
• Provide advice to, and liaise with, Australian Government agencies and officials on Norfolk Island related matters.

Inherent requirements for the role

As an APS6 Project Manager, you will demonstrate the following capabilities aligned to APS Work Level Standards:

• Delivers results and manages complex work priorities Demonstrates sound project management skills, managing multiple maintenance and capital works projects across diverse sites, meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality outputs.

• Applies judgement and provides expert advice Exercises sound decision-making and judgement to support project delivery, asset management, and maintenance planning, including identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies.

• Builds and sustains stakeholder relationships Engages effectively with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies, contractors and the Norfolk Island community, negotiating respectfully and managing expectations.

• Applies business acumen and risk management Demonstrates an understanding of procurement, contract management and administrative processes, with the ability to identify, assess and manage risks in line with government requirements.

• Supports team leadership and supervision Provides day-to-day supervision and support to staff, contributing to performance management and fostering a positive and productive team environment.

• Brings relevant industry experience Demonstrates experience in the building and construction industry, including supervision or project management of maintenance and capital works activities.

• Works independently with accountability Takes responsibility for own workload, operates with a high level of autonomy, and demonstrates accountability for outcomes consistent with APS Values and Code of Conduct.

RecruitAbility

The Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts is committed to supporting the employment and career development of people with disability. Our participation in APS RecruitAbility means we will progress an applicant with disability to a further stage in the recruitment process, where they opt into RecruitAbility and meet the minimum requirements for the vacancy.

The RecruitAbility minimum requirements are listed above under ‘Inherit requirements for the role’.

You will be asked to indicate if you wish to opt into RecruitAbility in the application form. You must tick the 'opt in' box to participate in RecruitAbility. Simply declaring that you have a disability will not automatically include you.

We provide reasonable adjustments such as access, equipment or other practical support at relevant stages of
the recruitment process. Please advise in the application form or get in touch with the contact officer if you need any adjustments made.

More information can be found at RecruitAbility scheme: A guide for applicants | Australian Public Service Commission.

Desirable requirements

The desirable requirements for this role are as follows:

• strong understanding of the Norfolk Island community and environment
• experience working in remote locations

Cultural capability requirement

The department believes every role contributes to cultural safety and that building staff cultural capability helps us deliver better policies, programs and services for First Nations people and the broader Australian community. Candidates will be required to demonstrate their willingness to develop their cultural capability as part of the assessment process. In making it a requirement across all roles in our department, we are taking a practical step in delivering our commitments under the Our Stories on Country Agreement and the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Strategy 2025–28.

As an APS6 you will be expected to:

• Consider the cultural context and implications of work area outcomes.
• Engage respectfully with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander stakeholders, building trusted relationships.
• Communicate respectfully and seeks appropriate cultural input to inform decisions.

What else can we offer?

We are dedicated to fostering personal and professional development, empowering individuals to set goals, acquire new skills, and cultivate unique qualities that define who they are. We believe that this not only leads to a more fulfilling and happier life but also enhances the overall quality of our work. Some of the benefits we offer include:

• Access to our study Assistance Program that provides paid leave and financial support for you to undertake courses of study that contribute to the improvements of your professional skills and knowledge relevant to our work and broader Australian Public Service.
• Through our investment in learning and development opportunities, and a positive performance culture, we provide diverse career pathways for our people to enable their mobility and adapt in a rapidly changing world.
• Improve your leadership skills, through the department’s Professional Coaching Scheme and tailored leadership opportunities for staff members.
• Flexible working opportunities, including part time hours, home based work and job sharing.
• We offer generous leave entitlements of 20 days personal circumstances leave per year, with one month’s accrual of leave credited on commencement and 150 hours of paid annual leave (based on a full-time employee), plus a range of other miscellaneous leave options to support you.

Join our department and embark on a journey of growth, fulfillment, and well-being. Experience personal and professional development, prioritise your health, and be part of a vibrant and positive culture that empowers individuals and drives exceptional performance.

Eligibility requirements

Employment with the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts is subject to conditions prescribed within the Public Service Act 1999 including:

• Citizenship: candidates must be an Australian citizen at the time of submitting your application.
• Health Assessment: The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a medical examination conducted by the department’s preferred medical provider.
• Security Clearance: The successful candidate must be able to obtain and/or maintain a security clearance at Baseline level. You must be willing to disclose all relevant and required information. You must have lived in Australia, or have a checkable background, for at least the preceding five years for Baseline Vetting clearances. More information on the security clearance vetting process is available on the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) website.
• Police check: The successful candidate must complete an Australian Federal Police criminal history check.
• Integrity and Performance check: The successful candidate must satisfy the requirements in an Integrity and Performance check which is completed by your most recent employer.

How to apply

Applications for this opportunity close at 11.59pm AEST, Sunday 7 June 2026

Prior to preparing your application for the department, please read our Artificial intelligence (AI) in recruitment at the department principles. The principles aim to help you use AI in a way that supports your application and maintains fairness and transparency while maintaining your integrity as a candidate. They outline what is and isn’t acceptable use of AI in APS recruitment.

In applying for this position, you are not required to address individual selection criteria. Rather, you should provide in a PDF document a statement of no more than 2 pages outlining your background, capabilities and experiences and how these align with the advertised role.

You should also provide a tailored CV in PDF, no more than 2 pages. The capabilities and behaviours required to be successful for this role are identified in the ‘Inherit requirements for the role’ section.

Your application should be received through the department’s online recruitment system prior to the closing date and time to be considered.

If you experience any issues with the system please contact the recruitment team on 02 6136 8989 or via email at recruitment@infrastructure.gov.au to discuss an alternative way to submit your application.

Please advise the contact officer if you require adjustments during the recruitment process. We ecognize and value diversity as our strength and promote a culture of inclusion to enhance our work performance and the wellbeing of our employees. We are committed to systems that are accessible, inclusive and safe for all. If you need any further information about accessibility and inclusion at our department, please contact DiversityandInclusion@infrastructure.gov.au.

Timeline and assessment

A selection panel will be established to assess your suitability against the advertised role.

If a merit pool is established it will be valid for 18 months from date it first appeared in the APS Gazette.

Applications open: 28 May 2026

Applications close: 7 June 2026

Application shortlisting: 10 June 2026

Further assessments: 16 June 2026

Selection report finalised: 22 June 2026

Offers and announcements: 25 June 2026

The above is indicative only, please reach out to the contact person if you have any questions on the recruitment process or timeframes.

Your application will be assessed against the inherent requirements of the role, the Work level standards and in comparison to other candidates who applied. Once the entire applicant pool has been assessed, the panel will create a shortlist of applicants.

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