Project Support Officer

Perth, WA
$73,567-93,630 per year
Permanent
Full-time

2 days ago

Acknowledgement of CountryCSIRO 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.Role highlights

Work in a world-class research & development precinct
Supportive, rewarding, inclusive and truly collaborative environment
Join CSIRO and support Australia's premier scientific organisation!

About CSIROAs Australia's 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. Visit for more information.The OpportunityCSIRO plays a leading role in one of the world's 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. CSIRO's world-class observatory already hosts radio telescopes such as the Australian SKA Pathfinder and the Murchison Widefield Array. Visit for more information.CSIRO's 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 the Project 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-time position, 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, and diary management.
Providing administrative and project support to the Site Entity team, including: scheduling, purchasing & 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 particularsLocation: Kensington, Perth WASalary: AU$73,567 - AU$93,630 plus up to 15.4% superannuationTenure: Specified Term for 3 yearsReference: 101015As 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 theNot 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. Don't 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 SuccessWe are committed to providing a recruitment 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 contact Talent Consultant and let us know how we can support you.Life at CSIRO and flexible work arrangementsWe , offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. We can discuss flexible work arrangements with you during the recruitment process. CSIRO also offers a range of leave entitlements, and opportunities. To find out more, visit .Inclusion and belongingSolving Australia's 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 creating 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 safetyCSIRO is committed to the safety and well-being of all children and young people involved in our activities and programs. View our .EligibilityApplications 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 ApplyPlease 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 Close30 September 2025, 11:00 pm AESTWe 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.

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