Project Support Officer
Project Support Officer
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$ 73567 - 93630
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Job Description
Acknowledgement of Country
CSIRO acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land sea and waters of the area that we live and work on across Australia. We acknowledge their continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.View our vision towards reconciliation
Role highlights
- Work in a world-class research & development precinct
- Supportive rewarding inclusive and truly collaborative environment
- Join CSIRO and support Australias premier scientific organisation!
About CSIRO
As Australias national science agency CSIRO is solving the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. Many of our iconic innovations were once considered impossible until someone just like you joined us and took on the challenge. more information.
The Opportunity
CSIRO plays a leading role in one of the worlds largest radio astronomy projects: the SKA. The SKA Observatory (SKAO) is a next-generation radio astronomy facility that will revolutionise our understanding of the Universe and the laws of fundamental physics. Enabled by cutting-edge technology it promises to have a major impact on society in science and beyond. In Australia the SKAO is collaborating with CSIRO to operate and support the construction of the low-frequency telescope (SKA-Low) in remote Western Australia.
The SKA-Low telescope is being built by the SKA Observatory (SKAO) at the CSIRO Murchison Radio-Astronomy Observatory on Wajarri Yamaji country in Western Australia. CSIROs worldclass observatory already hosts radio telescopes such as the Australian SKA Pathfinder and the Murchison Widefield Array. VisitInyarrimanha Ilgari Bundara our Murchison Radio-astronomy Observatory - CSIRO for more information.
CSIROs Site Entity team manages the Observatory on behalf of the nation and is tasked with activities such as managing the land facilitating the delivery of key infrastructure and coordinating between observatory occupants.
As theProject Support Officer you will be a crucial member of the Site Entity team managing administrative responsibilities for our large-scale multipartner activities while also providing office support to the Site Entity team.
Please note this is a full-timeposition but we are happy to consider applicants with part-time availability working no less than 30 hours per week.
Your high-level duties will include:
- Providing office support to the Site Entity team including:travel logistics meeting co-ordination anddiary management.
- Providing administrative and project support to the Site Entity team including: schedulingpurchasing & payments and maintaining accurate accessible project records.
- Coordinate and facilitate regular training sessions with external parties including scheduling meeting and greeting IT support and catering etc.
- Assist in the development of procurement documentation and coordinate compliance with internal procurement policies and processes including engagement with external parties as required
- Coordinate regular progress updates with key partners including financial forecasting reporting and reconciliation requiring cross-departmental investigation and resolution
- Engaging with a broad variety of stakeholders within CSIRO the broader community and government departments.
- Applying discretion as required in selecting the most appropriate method and sequence of completing tasks.
Role particulars
Location:Kensington Perth WA
Salary:AU$73567 - AU$93630 plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure: Specified Termfor 3 years
Reference:101015
As the successful candidate you will bring:
Essential
- Relevant qualifications and/or equivalent relevant experience supporting a small multidisciplinary team working in a complex environment.
- Strong interpersonal written and oral communication skills and demonstrated experience managing relationships in a complicated multifaceted multicultural environment.
- Demonstrated proficiency with the MS Office 365 suite including Teams and business systems such as for travel bookings purchasing/procurement expense reconciliation and records management.
- Exceptional organisational and time management skills with a demonstrated ability to think proactively take initiative and escalate issues when required.
- Sound judgement with an enquiring analytical approach to solving problems and delivering outcomes.
- Ability to work independently while also being a willing and active contributor to a small dedicated close-knit team.
Desirable
- Experience with MS Project.
- Experience working with a team delivering real-world projects in the government or research sector.
- Exposure to procurement processes and financial reporting.
For full details about this role please review the Position Description.
Not sure if you meet all the criteria
While it is CSIRO policy that the successful candidate must meet all the essential criteria there are many ways to demonstrate this. Dont let the list discourage you. If you are unsure about applying please reach out to the contact person in the Position Description.
Setting You Up for Success
We are committed to providing arecruitment process that is fair equitable and accessible to everyone. We recognise that it may be helpful for us to adjust our process to make it equitable for your individual situation. Please contactTalent Consultantand let us know how we can support you.
Life at CSIRO and flexible work arrangements
Wework flexibly at CSIRO offering a range of options for how when and where you can discuss flexible work arrangements with you during the recruitment also offers a range of leave entitlementsbenefitsandcareer developmentopportunities. To find out more visitCareers at CSIRO.
Inclusion and belonging
Solving Australias greatest challenges takes a diversity of minds and lived experiences. We know diverse teams are more effective and deliver more innovative outcomes. As an equal employment opportunity organisation we are committed to creatingdiverse and inclusive teams where people feel they belong. We recognise that true diversity encompasses all ages abilities cultures faiths levels of education genders sexualities diversity of thought and much more. We focus on hiring people who share our values of People First Further Together Making it Real and Trusted.
CSIRO holds Gold Status for the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTQIA inclusion and a Science in Australia Gender Equity Bronze Award.
Child safety
CSIRO is committed to the safety and well-being of all children and young people involved in our activities and programs. View our Child Safe Policy.
Eligibility
Applications for this position are open to Australian/New Zealand Citizens and Australian Permanent Residents. Appointment to this role is subject to the provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.
How to Apply
Please apply online and provide a CV and a detailed cover letter (maximum 2 pages)responding to each of the selection criteria in detail that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role. Please attach your selection criteria responses to your cover letter as one document.
Applications Close
30 September 2025 11:00 pm AEST
We encourage early applications as we will be starting to review applications as they come through. CSIRO reserves the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date if required.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Temp
