Principal Consultant

Principal Consultant—Branch: Strategy and Planning, Division: Infrastructure, Salary: Level 7, $139,860 – $149,485 per annum (pro‑rated), Work Type: Fixed Term – Full Time, FTE:, Location: East Perth, Closing Date: 2026-03-09 4:30 PM

This is a fixed‑term, full‑time position commencing ASAP up until May 2027 with possible extension.

The Infrastructure Division is responsible for the planning and provision of facilities (land, buildings and equipment), which includes land planning, student enrolment forecasting and facilities planning, strategic asset management, capital works programs, maintenance and minor works programs and provision of facilities related services.

The Infrastructure Strategy and Planning Directorate is responsible for long‑term planning of land, development of strategic asset plans, policies and processes within an asset planning framework and the management of the Department’s land estate.

The Role The Principal Consultant:

prepares planning strategies and documentation consistent with the Department’s and Government’s asset planning framework, including building and land assets.

prepares capital and maintenance submissions for the Department’s building assets while undertaking analysis and assessment to identify potential asset solutions to meet the Department’s service requirements.

undertakes asset planning projects to support the Department’s business case requirements, including Strategic Asset Management Framework (SAMF) business cases.

If successful, you will ensure compliance with relevant policy and statutory requirements such as the Financial Management Act 2006, Treasurer’s Instructions and Public Sector Standards.

Professional Benefits Our employees enjoy a range of benefits:

12% employer‑contributed superannuation.

Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work‑life balance including working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part‑time arrangements.

Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave.

Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance.

Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments).

Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5‑minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.

Want to know more? Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Equity and Diversity We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Eligibility To work with us, you must:

be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.

consent to and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1:

Select Apply for Job

Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work‑related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include:

A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.

A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:

Demonstrated substantial knowledge of and experience in strategic planning and/or large‑scale infrastructure services.

Demonstrated substantial skills and experience in policy and strategy development and implementation.

Demonstrated highly developed written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to effectively consult, facilitate and negotiate at a senior level across a broad range of settings within the public and private sectors and school communities.

Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and work collaboratively in a team environment while managing a range of complex projects delivering outcomes to agreed standards.

Demonstrated highly developed conceptual and analytical skills with the ability to provide innovative solutions to complex problems and issues.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time.

Late applications will not be accepted.

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1025043

Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

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