Capital Project Officer

Catholic Education Western Australia (CEWA) has an opportunity for a Capital Projects Officer. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and coordination of specific capital projects. You will also support the School Infrastructure Team and assist the Team Leader in managing and executing these projects.

We are seeking a skilled professional to manage the Building Conditions Assessment (BCA) program, develop school building maintenance plans, and assist in reviewing maintenance contractors. You’ll create training materials for CEWA staff, manage a school facilities database through Power BI, and support the team with asbestos and bushfire plan management. Additional responsibilities include preparing correspondence for capital projects, updating project status databases, and participating in meetings to address relevant project issues. Other duties may be assigned by the Team Leader, Planning and Capital Development.

This is a full-time, ongoing position located in West Leederville.

What we can offer you

• Salary range for this position is H1 to H4 on the CEO salary scale ($98,305 to $110,146 per annum) plus superannuation
• 5 days additional paid leave when the office closed (over Christmas and Easter)
• Salary packaging in line with our not-for-profit status
• Free onsite parking
• Corporate healthcare discounts  
• Employee assistance program.

Key Skills and Experience

• A strong commitment to the principles and values of Catholic education.
• Proven ability to foster and maintain positive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Exceptional organizational skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Demonstrated capability to effectively prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously, take initiative, and consistently meet deadlines.
• Proven experience collaborating successfully in cross-functional teams.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a dedicated focus on delivering high-quality customer service. Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong time management skills, with the ability to efficiently manage competing demands.

Further Information: Please refer to the Capital Projects Officer - PD.pdf for additional details. For a copy, please email careers@cewa.edu.au

Contact Person: Jette Oksis – Team Leader – School Infrastructure on 0438 984 677 or email careers@cewa.edu.au

To Apply please click on the Apply now button.

Interested applicants must submit a short summary addressing the selection criteria and their curriculum vitae, including the names and contact numbers of at least two work related referees (current/past line managers). 

Applications for this role closes no later than 5pm, Thursday 10 April 2025.

Please be advised that the application deadline may close earlier than originally stated. We reserve the right to close the advertisement early if a suitable candidate is identified. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure consideration. 

A current National Police History Check as issued by the Department of Education Western Australia must be provided by the successful applicant.

Catholic Education Western Australia encourages applications from culturally diverse background, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with a disability or medical condition who meet the requirements of this position.

To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia. 

All employees of Catholic Education Western Australia must be prepared to support the Catholic ethos in the performance of their duties.