APS5 Planning Support Officer

APS5 Planning Support Officer 

• Tasmania-based
• 6-month contract, with an opportunity to extend for 2 x 3 months
• Must be an Australian Citizen
  

Our government client is seeking an individual with procurement experience and strong communication skills to join the team on a short-term contract. The role supports construction planning and station operations by coordinating procurement activities, managing associated contracts, and maintaining accurate documentation and logistics information.

Key Responsibilities 

• Procure and expedite materials, equipment, and services in line with Commonwealth procurement rules.
• Manage contracts and supplier documentation related to procurement activities.
• Track received materials and ensure accurate entry into logistics and consignment systems.
• Consolidate materials and equipment into project/station groupings for deployment.
• Liaise with Project Leads, SMEs, and station trades to resolve planning, materials, and resourcing issues.
• Maintain registers, status reports, and documentation accurately and on schedule.
• Provide effective communication across project, supplier, and station stakeholders.
• Use asset management/maintenance systems and Microsoft Office to produce plans, reports, and documentation.

Key Capabilities 

• Knowledge of and experience in procurement practices and systems.
• Experience in the procurement of equipment, materials and services, and associated contract management.
• Exposure to work and resource planning in the building trades (desirable).
• An appreciation of the Antarctic environment and conditions (or similar) is desirable.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills including:
• Written and verbal communication and listening skills.
• The ability to build strong collaborative working relationships.
• Demonstrated administrative and organisation skills including:
• Attention to detail.
• Initiative and an ability to self-manage during peak workload periods.
• The ability to manage registers, status report updates and documentation.
• Demonstrated capability in the use of computer-based asset management/maintenance systems and the Microsoft Office suite to produce a variety of plans, reports, and documents.

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Reference number: 1687971
Profession:Government, Emergency Services & DefencePolicy, Planning & Regulation

Company: Onpoint 365
Date posted: 21st Jan, 2026