Title:  Project Officer

Join our team as a Project Officer! Support Capital projects, reporting, and contract administration. Infrastructure experience is highly regarded!

• Provide administrative support in a delivery-focused team!
• Drive project workflows and support projects delivered for the community!   
• Enjoy working in a highly supportive team, with opportunities to develop your skills!

About VHBA  

The Victorian Health Building Authority (VHBA) is responsible for the rollout of the Victorian Government's multi-billion-dollar health capital projects. We're delivering world-class health facilities across Victoria including new public hospitals and emergency care, community health services, ambulance branches, residential aged care and mental health facilities. VHBA also provides technical support across engineering, property, asset management and environmental sustainability disciplines. 

The Opportunity:  

The primary purpose of the Project Officer role is to support the Health Capital Projects team and contribute the full lifecycle of projects to meet departmental objectives. The Project Officer will be required to support the administration function for the delivery of capital projects, assist in the preparation and presentation of reports on project related matters, and provide contract administration support. Previous experience working on infrastructure projects and managing workflows would be highly regarded.

Key aspects of the role include:

• Providing administration support to ensure projects are delivered in accordance with governmental guidelines. Including, but not limited to, reporting, preparing briefs, resourcing, and contract administration.
• Supporting the delivery of projects or sub-projects in successful completion.
• Keeping accurate records of work activities.

We are looking for:

• Tertiary qualifications in Project Management, Architecture, Building, Engineering, Construction or Social Policy are desirable
• Someone with a keen eye for detail and exceptional communication skills
• Someone with the ability to problem solve and prioritise
• A proactive learner with a curious and adaptive mindset

To learn more about the opportunity and view the full requirements please download a copy of the Position Description HERE.  

Interested in working with VHBA? 

Please click the “Apply” button to submit a copy of your resume and a cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

We don’t want you to miss out! Please only apply for this position via the “Apply” button as emailed applications will not be considered. 

Applications close 11.59pm on 24th June 2025 

If you require any adjustment to the recruitment and selection process or need an alternative format to any of the application material, please contact VHBA.recruitment@health.vic.gov.au 

Further information:

Want to know more about VHBA? Check out our website and LinkedIn. 

VHBA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a values-led, diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe our teams should represent the diversity of our communities in which we work, and we actively embrace and celebrate people from all walks of life. 

All prospective employees undergo a National Criminal Records Check. You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Preferred candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including, but not limited to, police checks, reference checks, qualification checks and role related clearances.