Project Officer, Clerk Grade 7/8

Division: Corrective Services NSW
Location: Haymarket, NSW, AU, 2000
Req ID: 7513+
Project Officer
Infrastructure Strategy and Governance

Location – Sydney CBD (Haymarket)
Employment type – Temporary Opportunity (up to 12 months with possibility of extension)
Salary – $110,266 - $122,058 pa plus employer's contribution to superannuation, annual leave loading

Your role


Step into a rewarding role to support the project functions within the Infrastructure Strategy Governance team of the Contracts and Commissioning branch in Corrective Services NSW (CSNSW) to manage a range of large projects that contribute to the improvement of service delivery.

You will be working in a team that is focused on developing a culture of performance and which is innovative in its approach to what works.

What you’ll do


Undertake administrative, secretariat and project support functions within the Infrastructure Strategy and Governance team of the Contracts and Commissioning Branch to manage a range of large and complex projects and contribute to the improvement of service delivery
Assist in managing infrastructure projects designed to review, monitor and improve the effectiveness of service delivery
Manage a range of strategic infrastructure projects
Undertake research and analysis to support the development of key projects within Contracts and Commissioning
Prepare a range of project related documents as instructed, including status updates, reports, budgets and discussion papers.
What we’re looking for


A proactive and dedicated individual with a background in infrastructure related projects
You have some project management experience and an ability to work under tight timeframes, whilst handling multiple priorities
Persuasive communication, interpersonal and relationship management skills are essential.

Essential Requirements

Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience

Download the role description

To apply directly via the DCJ Careers site click here. Search for the job and click the ‘Apply now’ button.

We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply – you do not need to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you.


What We Offer


We offer a variety of benefits, including:

A challenging and rewarding career
Flexible, autonomous work environment
Competitive pay and conditions
Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities
Health Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.

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We do work that really matters


Working for Corrective Services NSW provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of adults and communities. It’s work that really matters.


Apply now and join Australia’s top public sector employer where we will support you and provide an exciting and flexible working environment!


Are you ready to join us?


Click apply, attach a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements of the role as well as an up-to-date résumé (maximum 5 pages).


Applications close: Monday 30th June 2025 at 11:5+pm AEST.

Got a question?

For more information about the role or what it’s like to work for DCJ, please contact Lisa Kelaher via email: lisa.kelaher@correctiveservices.nsw.gov.au


If you’ve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including an alternate method submission of the application), please call Mayur Kaushik on 0467 174 016 or via mayur.kaushik@dcj.nsw.gov.au

Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.

Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit

We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.

To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website.

Other Information

A talent pool will be established exclusively for future ongoing and temporary roles and will remain active for up to 18 months.

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Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

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