Senior program manager

Senior Program Manager

Full-time Temporary

Closes: 14 May 2024

Classification: Infrastructure Manager/Specialist 1

Salary: $180,393 plus superannuation

Position No: 62787

Directorate: Major Projects Canberra

Advertised (Gazettal date): 30 April 2024

Contact Officer: Skye Roland on or

Details: Would you like an opportunity to be a Senior Program Manager with Major Project Canberra? Then we have a short-term opportunity for you, available from 27 May 2024 through 6 September 2024, with possibility of extension up to six months.

The Electrification of Government Gas Assets Program (EoGGA) is looking for an experienced candidate to lead the team who deliver centralised whole-of-Government Program works, supporting the ACT Government in meeting its target for net zero emissions from Government operations by 2040. You'll be working on a Program that will shape Canberra and contribute to the future of the community.

The Senior Program Manager must demonstrate excellent collaboration, communication and relationship/stakeholder management skills, and the leadership skills to be able to lead and motivate the team, providing appropriate support and guidance for the delivery of the capital works program.

MPC is an inclusive employer where all people are respected and valued for their contribution. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people, mature age workers, women and those who identify as LGBTIQ are encouraged to apply.

Eligibility/ Other Requirements: Positions classified as Infrastructure Manager/Specialist require the occupant to hold recognised qualifications and/or experience in one or more of the following fields:

• Engineering - a four year degree or higher qualification accredited by Engineers Australia or Professionals Australia for recognition as a Professional Engineer (including recognition of equivalent overseas Engineering qualifications) and a minimum of ten years relevant experience in Engineering; or
• Architecture - a three year degree or higher qualification accredited by an Australian State or Territory Architecture authority for recognition as a Professional Architect (including recognition of equivalent overseas qualifications) and a minimum of ten years relevant experience in Architecture; or
• Project Management - either:

a. a Diploma in Project Management accredited by an Australian State or Territory tertiary education institution (or an equivalent overseas qualification that is eligible for reciprocal recognition in Australia) and a minimum of ten years relevant experience in Project Management; or

b. certification by a professional body, such as the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM), to the level of Certified Practicing Project Director (CPPD) or Certified Practicing Portfolio Executive (CPPE), in addition to a relevant Degree or higher qualification issued by an Australian State or Territory tertiary education institution (or an equivalent overseas qualification that is eligible for reciprocal recognition in Australia) and a minimum of ten years relevant experience in Project Management; or

c. have a least 10 years relevant experience in Project Management.

Desirable

• Experience in the delivery of large programs of infrastructure related work across multiple sites.
• Hold or willingness to obtain the following National Accreditations:·
• General Construction Induction Card (White Card).
• 10830NAT - Course in Crystalline Silica Exposure Prevention.
• 80803ACT, 10314NAT, 10675NAT, or 11084NAT - Course in Asbestos Awareness.

Note: This is a temporary position available immediately until 6 September 2024 with the possibility of extension up to six months. A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. This position is available to ACT Government officers and employees only.

How to Apply: Please submit no more than a two-page written response addressing why you are best suited for this position and your experience against the Professional/Technical Skills and Knowledge, Behavioural Capabilities and Compliance Requirements/Qualifications outlined in the Position Description, along with a current curriculum vitae and contact details for two referees.

Applications should be submitted to the contact officer.

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