Project Coordinator Team Leader
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Project Coordinator Team Leader
Job no: 493685
Work type: Full Time
Location: Australia Wide Melbourne Wodonga Cerberus Puckapunyal Sale
Classification: DHA Level 6
About us
DHA was established in 1988 following passage of the Defence Housing Australia Act 1987 (DHA Act) to provide adequate and suitable housing for and housing related services to members of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and their families. We remain committed to our purpose of providing housing and housing related services to ADF members and their families to support Defences operational needs.
DHA manages an expanding portfolio of housing solutions and provides housing for over 17200 ADF members and their families and administers rent allowance for more than 16000 ADF members and their families in private rental accommodation. DHA provides housing related services advising on eligibility providing posting support and managing bookings and allocation services for all DHA provisioned housing and on-base accommodation to approximately 60000 ADF members.
To find out more about DHA please refer to our or read our latest Annual Report.
About your team
The Development and Construction branch is situated within the Property Group. The Property Group is responsible for delivering quality properties in the portfolio that meet Defence Housing requirements. This is achieved a number of ways all with a focus on commercial analysis and planning.
The Development and Construction branch are responsible for acquiring and developing property sites as well as constructing dwellings that satisfy and fulfil the requirements of DHAs corporate objectives and Defence housing requirements. This may include civil works Greenfield or Brownfield development projects integrated housing or medium density housing projects low rise apartments and house construction projects.
About the role
The Project Coordination Team Leader is responsible for managing a team of geographically spread Contract Administrator & Project Coordinators. The function of each Contract Administrator & Project Coordinator is to provide project support for projects being undertaken within the Development and Construction team to ensure Defence housing requirements are met.
This role is responsible for providing clear direction and managing the daily program of work for a small team of Contract Administrator & Project Coordinators. They will need to ensure that resources are used effectively to achieve business outcomes across all projects. The role will also be a direct point of contact for the Director Developments responsible for providing organisational and planning assistance as required. This role requires effective communication and leadership skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and ensure actions are monitored through to completion.
The Project Coordination Team Leader may also be required to provide accurate advice to a range of stakeholders on escalated operational and administrative matters. This may extend to providing troubleshooting and problem-solving advice to resolve more complex invoice and contract related issues.
This role will require working with Development Managers on Projects providing finance procurement property handover support in addition to managing the team of Project Coordinators.
Benefits for working at DHA include:
- 15.4% superannuation
- Generous leave entitlements including 18 days personal leave and 20 days annual leave per year
- Work-life balance and flexible working options
- A positive workplace culture where you can bring your whole self to work
- Opportunities to broaden your industry knowledge and experience
- Career progression and opportunities
- ADF partner employment conditions when posting to a new location
For information on DHAs Employee Value Proposition visit our website.
Note: All successful applicants are required to be eligible to complete a Baseline Vetting security clearance for consideration of the Australian Government SecurityVettingAgency (AGSVA)
The location of this role is flexible and open to negotiation; however it is essential that the role be based in a location where we have a DHA office. A list of our office locations are located on our website. Flexible working arrangements may be negotiated in accordance with the DHA Enterprise Agreement
How to apply
To apply click the Apply Now button below with your current resume and a 500-word pitch addressing the requirements of the role.
For more information about the role click View Candidate Information Pack button below.
Applications close: 11:55pm AEST 20 August 2025.
Any questions Please contact Tom Allison A/g Regional Manager - Development
T:E:
Order of Merit
A merit pool will be established from this process which will be valid for 18 months from the date of advertising. This merit pool may be used throughout this period to fill similar positions in the event positions become vacant.
Inclusion and Diversity
DHA is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from across our community including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples women people with disability people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds those who identify as LGBTIQ ex-defence members mature aged employees and carers.
RecruitAbility
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: with DHA is conditional on successful applicants demonstrating that they are an Australian citizen and can obtain and maintain a security clearance at the required level.
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
