The City and Environment Directorate (CED) is seeking applications from a highly motivated individual, who displays excellent communication, coordination, and analytical skills. The ideal candidate will have experience in successful project delivery in operationally diverse government settings, and effective delivery within time constraints. This advertisement will create a merit pool which can be used to fill future vacancies across the Development and Implementation division of CED. The Loose Fill Asbestos Coordination team (LFAC) is responsible for managing the Government’s response to loose fill asbestos insulation in ACT homes. The team facilitates the delivery of the Loose Fill Asbestos Insulation Eradication Scheme, and activities within the Canberra community related to Governments ongoing legislative, policy or legacy commitments in addressing the risks and impacts from loose fill asbestos insulation. Reporting to Senior Project Manager in LFAC, under limited direction and in accordance with policy procedure and legislation, the Project Officer is an integral member of LFAC and will assist in the coordination of reporting requirements as required including Half Yearly and Annual Reports, responses to Ministerial requests including ministerial briefings, correspondence, question time briefs, questions on notice and other government business requests as well as variety of project- related tasks including procurement that support the effective delivery of the teams work program. We value people that bring innovative, and solution focussed ideas, who communicate with openness and respect, enjoy being a part of multidisciplinary team, are strategic thinkers, community focussed and committed to excellence in the sensitive delivery of projects to meet Government priorities. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply. Eligibility/Other requirements: Essential: The position occupant is required to not have any direct conflict of interest relating to loose fill asbestos insulation in ACT homes. Highly Desirable: Relevant qualifications or progress towards qualifications in areas such as project management, government business, or stakeholder engagement are desirable. Notes: This is a temporary position available from 12 November 2025 until 30 June 2027 with the possibility of extension and/or permanency. A merit pool/order of merit will be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future similar vacancies. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. The ACT Government offers flexible working arrangements including working from home where appropriate. This position is located in a workplace designated for activity-based working (ABW). Under ABW arrangements, officers will not have a designated workstation/desk. The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ are encouraged to apply. How to apply: Applications are sought from potential candidates and should include a: Pitch of no more than two pages addressing the Selection Criteria, taking into account the duties/responsibilities of the role. Current curriculum vitae. Contact details of at least two referees. Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below. City and Environment City and Environment Directorate was established on the 1 July 2025. This new directorate is an amalgamation of positions previously advertised under Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development Directorate and Transport Canberra and City Services Directorate. LI-DNI Note This is a temporary position available from 12 November 2025 until 30 June 2027 with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.
