Job Description
Building and Property Investment leads the department's built property and capital investment, and delivery work programs to ensure appropriate strategic analysis and risk management, including provision of accommodation planning is achieved to support the department's property portfolio, associated governance, acquisition and disposal of land and buildings. The QFD State Headquarters project team works closely with the Building and Property Operations team to ensure an aligned and integrated portfolio approach is adopted in the delivery and lifecycle management of the State Headquarters' assets and accommodation solution can suitably support the operations of the department.
Reporting to the Program Manager, you will be responsible for coordinating and monitoring a range of program activities and functions relating to planning initiatives and the relocation of QFD staff, assets and services to the new QFD State Headquarters. You will work closely with key stakeholders across the organisation, with a focus on the preparation of change strategies, identifying the impact on people and supporting the workforce through any transitions.
About Us
The Queensland Fire Department (QFD) provides fire prevention, preparedness and response services to fire in the built and landscape environments, as well as scientific and specialist capabilities to Queensland communities. The QFD provides a multi-hazard emergency response, including road crash rescue, bushfire, hazardous material, technical and vertical rescue, severe weather incidents, remote and swiftwater rescue, and provides a number of functions supporting community safety outcomes.
The department encompasses Queensland Fire and Rescue (QFR), Rural Fire Service Queensland (RFSQ), as well as the broader department which work together to pre-empt, prevent, mitigate and manage the consequences of fires and other emergencies on Queensland communities and support our large volunteer membership across the state.
The QFD is an organisation that is focused on reframing the department's relationship with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities, and organisations through the Path to Treaty, Closing the Gap and building our cultural capability.
Purpose of the role
Building and Property Investment leads the department's built property and capital investment, and delivery work programs to ensure appropriate strategic analysis and risk management, including provision of accommodation planning is achieved to support the department's property portfolio, associated governance, acquisition and disposal of land and buildings. The QFD State Headquarters project team works closely with the Building and Property Operations team to ensure an aligned and integrated portfolio approach is adopted in the delivery and lifecycle management of the State Headquarters' assets and accommodation solution can suitably support the operations of the department.
Reporting to the Program Manager, you will be responsible for coordinating and monitoring a range of program activities and functions relating to planning initiatives and the relocation of QFD staff, assets and services to the new QFD State Headquarters. You will work closely with key stakeholders across the organisation, with a focus on the preparation of change strategies, identifying the impact on people and supporting the workforce through any transitions.
Key requirements
Highly desirable requirements
Experience or knowledge in project management methodologies.
Knowledge or experience in change management principles and methodologies.
Experience in software packages such as Visio, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Teams and SharePoint.
Your key accountabilities
Responsibilities
Your part in the ongoing success of our department, in supporting frontline services will see you responsible for a variety of work, including, but not limited to:
Assist with, participate and contribute to the project management, coordination and relocation activities, in accordance with best practice methodology and whole-of-government governance requirements.
Contribute to the planning, delivery and facilities management processes and building fit out to successfully deliver key milestones and ensure timeframes and deliverables are achieved.
Provide high-level timely and independent advice relating to implementation strategies, change management activities regarding development, design, and transition activities to meet organisational requirements.
Coordinate and facilitate workshops and workings groups to assess and support design, change and relocation activities, impacts and risks, and be adaptive and agile to government and departmental requirements.
Contribute to the analysis, design and implementation of innovative approaches, policy, procedures and supporting documentation, and progress updates in thedelivery of the new QFD Headquarters.
Develop and maintain effective stakeholder relationships and networks to support program activities, provide advice and promote continuous improvement outcomes to ensure objectives are achieved.
Undertake high-level research and prepare, review and present reports, talking points, briefing notes, presentations, submissions, and other correspondence in accordance with departmental requirements.
As needed, assist, with corporate governance and secretariat support activities, including but not limited to, agenda preparation, recording and circulation of minutes and follow up on actions and outcomes as required.
Capabilities
Role
To determine your suitability for the role, you will be assessed on the following Leadership Competencies for Queensland behavioural profiles that link to the "key accountabilities" for this role:
Leadership Competency Stream - Individual Contributor (leading self)
Reporting to the Program Manager, you will be responsible for coordinating and monitoring a range of program activities and functions relating to planning initiatives and the relocation of QFD staff, assets and services to the new QFD State Headquarters. You will work closely with key stakeholders across the organisation, with a focus on the preparation of change strategies, identifying the impact on people and supporting the workforce through any transitions.
About Us
The Queensland Fire Department (QFD) provides fire prevention, preparedness and response services to fire in the built and landscape environments, as well as scientific and specialist capabilities to Queensland communities. The QFD provides a multi-hazard emergency response, including road crash rescue, bushfire, hazardous material, technical and vertical rescue, severe weather incidents, remote and swiftwater rescue, and provides a number of functions supporting community safety outcomes.
The department encompasses Queensland Fire and Rescue (QFR), Rural Fire Service Queensland (RFSQ), as well as the broader department which work together to pre-empt, prevent, mitigate and manage the consequences of fires and other emergencies on Queensland communities and support our large volunteer membership across the state.
The QFD is an organisation that is focused on reframing the department's relationship with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities, and organisations through the Path to Treaty, Closing the Gap and building our cultural capability.
Purpose of the role
Building and Property Investment leads the department's built property and capital investment, and delivery work programs to ensure appropriate strategic analysis and risk management, including provision of accommodation planning is achieved to support the department's property portfolio, associated governance, acquisition and disposal of land and buildings. The QFD State Headquarters project team works closely with the Building and Property Operations team to ensure an aligned and integrated portfolio approach is adopted in the delivery and lifecycle management of the State Headquarters' assets and accommodation solution can suitably support the operations of the department.
Reporting to the Program Manager, you will be responsible for coordinating and monitoring a range of program activities and functions relating to planning initiatives and the relocation of QFD staff, assets and services to the new QFD State Headquarters. You will work closely with key stakeholders across the organisation, with a focus on the preparation of change strategies, identifying the impact on people and supporting the workforce through any transitions.
Key requirements
Highly desirable requirements
Experience or knowledge in project management methodologies.
Knowledge or experience in change management principles and methodologies.
Experience in software packages such as Visio, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Teams and SharePoint.
Your key accountabilities
Responsibilities
Your part in the ongoing success of our department, in supporting frontline services will see you responsible for a variety of work, including, but not limited to:
Assist with, participate and contribute to the project management, coordination and relocation activities, in accordance with best practice methodology and whole-of-government governance requirements.
Contribute to the planning, delivery and facilities management processes and building fit out to successfully deliver key milestones and ensure timeframes and deliverables are achieved.
Provide high-level timely and independent advice relating to implementation strategies, change management activities regarding development, design, and transition activities to meet organisational requirements.
Coordinate and facilitate workshops and workings groups to assess and support design, change and relocation activities, impacts and risks, and be adaptive and agile to government and departmental requirements.
Contribute to the analysis, design and implementation of innovative approaches, policy, procedures and supporting documentation, and progress updates in thedelivery of the new QFD Headquarters.
Develop and maintain effective stakeholder relationships and networks to support program activities, provide advice and promote continuous improvement outcomes to ensure objectives are achieved.
Undertake high-level research and prepare, review and present reports, talking points, briefing notes, presentations, submissions, and other correspondence in accordance with departmental requirements.
As needed, assist, with corporate governance and secretariat support activities, including but not limited to, agenda preparation, recording and circulation of minutes and follow up on actions and outcomes as required.
Capabilities
Role
To determine your suitability for the role, you will be assessed on the following Leadership Competencies for Queensland behavioural profiles that link to the "key accountabilities" for this role:
Leadership Competency Stream - Individual Contributor (leading self)
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Program Officer position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Abbeywood offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
