Osborne Richardson are delighted to bring another amazing Scientific role to the market in Brisbane. This time we are working with our State Government colleagues in the Plant Biosecurity space to source a Project Officer for their Brisbane CBD team.

In this role, you will join ASAP on a substantial contract until at least 30th June 2025 before a likely extension kicks in. As the Project Officer in this innovative and fast-paced discipline, you will work within plant biosecurity on the Cooperative Plant Pest and Disease Surveillance Project to:

• Provide technical advice to stakeholders about the project, manage routine project communications and organise the distribution/upload of project resources.
• Develop moderately complex project documents, contribute to the development of high-level project documents and review documents drafted by other project staff.
• Oversee the management of project related documentation in accordance with project procedures (this may involve establishing and/or negotiating procedures) and departmental guidelines.
• Track project schedules, budgets and milestones and ensure approved changes are made.
• Research and analyse information, and prepare correspondence, reports, briefings and submissions regarding the development, progress and delivery of project milestones.
• Research and analyse the project subject area/focus to either identify emerging issues and suggest possible solutions or to inform best practice or to improve project efficiency or to improve the quality of project outcomes.
• Use appropriate project management techniques, methodologies, and tools (including relevant software) in line with departmental requirements.
• Use analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills to coordinate multiple tasks within agreed priorities, timeframes and accountabilities.
• Undertake routine procurement tasks for the project team as directed and authorised under DAF procurement policy and procedure.

Osborne Richardson hold ourselves to the highest of standards and, this is why we have built the strongest of reputations. We would love you to hold these same traits and secure you this role. In order to take the first steps in this journey, can you please review the following key criteria and revie critically:

Mandatory requirements
• Knowledge, skills and experience in project management.
• A current ‘C’ class drivers’ licence. You may be required to travel within Queensland or interstate for work purposes.

Highly desirable requirements
• A Certificate IV in Project Management Practice or similar from a recognised tertiary institution.
• Experience with state government financial systems will be an advantage.

If you feel you will excel in this role, please feel free to contact Owen Millar on 0414 706 605 or email Owen@osbornerichardson.com.au.

Always happy to chat.