Project Officer - Automotive Specialist at New South Wales Government

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Automotive Technical Knowledge, Project Management, Functional Requirements Documentation, Technical Specification Development, Procurement Management, Stakeholder Management, Product Validation, Technical Communication, Organizational Skills, Administrative Capability

Industry

Law Enforcement

Description

Clerk Grade 7/8 Temporary/Fulltime up to 30 June 2027 Moorebank About us The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW. About the role We have an opportunity for a Project Officer to be part of our Financial Services Program Management, Infrastructure and Assets Command. The role manages and coordinates the development, implementation and evaluation of projects to achieve project outcomes and support the achievement of organisational objectives. Are you an automotive expert with a strong technical background? Looking to take the next step in your career by working on specialised vehicle projects that directly support frontline policing? NSW Police Force Fleet Services is seeking technically skilled automotive people to join our project team. We design, build, and manage some of the most specialised vehicles in Australia, including pursuit vehicles, rescue trucks, highway patrol, prisoner transport units, and unmarked operational vehicles. Our day to day work spans high‑performance cars, 4WDs, utilities, large vans, and medium trucks. Much of our development and validation work is completed in‑house at our dedicated facilities. If you're trade‑qualified with solid, hands-on experience and you’d like to do more with your technical knowledge, this is your opportunity. What you’ll be doing Capturing and documenting functional requirements for vehicles and related assets Developing specifications, design concepts, and managing procurement for specialised vehicles Working with manufacturers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders on design, quality, and delivery Validating delivered products against specifications and project requirements What we’re looking for Strong automotive background with deep technical knowledge Excellent organisational and administrative capability Ability to clearly explain technical information to non‑technical audiences Experience communicating with suppliers or manufacturers at a technical level Formal project experience is highly regarded but not essentialg technical background? View the relevant role description for more information on this role (e.g. essential requirements, key accountabilities, key challenges and capabilities required for the role) What we can offer you At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include: competitive salary; flexible work options; annual leave loading; corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport; free annual influenza vaccination; salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease; How to Apply Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website. To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role. Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview. Please address each of the following Target Questions (500 word per question) in the text boxes provided in the online application or attach as a separate document. Target Question 1: Describe a time when you had to take a flexible or non-standard approach to solving a technical problem? What was the situation, what challenges did you encounter what actions did you take? What consultation and communication did you undertake to achieve a successful outcome? Target Question 2: Provide an example of when you explained technical information to a nontechnical audience. What was the situation? What challenges did you face, and how did you ensure your message was understood? Your application must stand on its own merits, and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed through to the selection process. If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager Brett Dignam via 0439 464 194. To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses: an Australian Citizen; a permanent resident of Australia; or a New Zealand citizen. Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force. Our commitment to Diversity At the NSW Police Force, we are proud to be an employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees where differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. We welcome applications from individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people of all ages. We understand that the recruitment journey may present unique challenges. If you: Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like support with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at PCC-AEET@police.nsw.gov.au Identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at PCC-INCLUSION@police.nsw.gov.au Are transgender or gender diverse and want to learn more about our support options, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at PCC-INCLUSION@police.nsw.gov.au This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months. For more information on applying for roles with the NSW Police Force click here For Technical assistance please contact: taleosupportexterna@police.nsw.gov.au (Please include the word Taleo in the subject line) Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

Responsibilities

The role involves managing and coordinating the development, implementation, and evaluation of specialized vehicle projects for the NSW Police Force. Key tasks include capturing functional requirements, developing design concepts, and validating delivered products against specifications.