Principal Program Officer (Asset Management)
About the Role
Join a team dedicated to improving housing outcomes for Queenslanders through effective management of the state's social housing portfolio. As a Principal Program Officer within Property Management & Programs, you will contribute to the planning, delivery and performance monitoring of maintenance, refurbishment, renewal and capital upgrade programs that support thousands of social housing properties across Queensland. Your work will directly influence how housing assets are maintained, improved and renewed, helping ensure homes remain safe, functional and fit for the communities they serve.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyse portfolio performance and provide expert advice to inform asset management decisions
- Support the development of strategies that maximise the value and long-term sustainability of the department's housing assets
- Work across complex programs and projects, balancing priorities relating to budget, quality, timeframes and community outcomes
- Engage with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders to build productive partnerships that support program delivery and informed decision-making
- Influence policy and practice, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and identify innovative approaches that strengthen portfolio performance and service delivery
- Contribute to team performance, mentor colleagues and support a collaborative working environment focused on achieving results
What You'll Gain
This role offers a unique blend of strategic thinking, program management and stakeholder engagement. You will gain exposure to large-scale portfolio management, strategic asset planning and cross-government stakeholder engagement while helping deliver outcomes that support safer, more connected communities across Queensland. The work is varied, meaningful and connected to broader government priorities for housing supply, asset sustainability and community wellbeing.
Mandatory Requirements
- Class C driver's licence is required
- Travel will be required in this position
Application Information
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
About Queensland Department of Housing and Public Works
The department delivers a range of housing, building, fleet and asset management and procurement services. It builds, manages and maintains homes and provides assistance through public housing and grant funding to registered providers. It also offers services that help low income earners to enter and remain in the private rental market, and provides policy, advice and delivery of services to government agencies in the areas of construction, asset and facilities management, procurement and fleet management.
Interested in this role?
Apply now to join Queensland Department of Housing and Public Works.