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The Engineering Operations Project Officer will report to the Head of Engineering Operations and support a high-performing multidisciplinary team of engineers, technicians, and logistics specialists responsible for the ongoing operation, maintenance, and enhancement of the SKA-Low telescope. The role will provide hands-on support to the Engineering team as it transitions into a fully operational capability.
Job Responsibility:
Support Engineering Operations in the establishment, administration, and scheduling of operational service contracts
Provide project and administrative support to Engineering Operations initiatives
Maintain and update Engineering Operations registers and records
Act as an administrative and coordination interface between Engineering Operations, Commercial, Finance, Site Operations, and technical teams
Assist Engineering Operations leadership by preparing briefing material, reports, dashboards, and presentation content
Requirements:
Demonstrated experience providing high-level project and administrative support to senior managers or leadership teams in a complex operational, engineering, or project-based environment
Demonstrated experience supporting the administration and coordination of service contracts, suppliers, or contractors
Demonstrated ability to apply project management principles to plan, coordinate, track, and report work across multiple stakeholders, priorities, and workstreams
High-level proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Project) and demonstrated experience using enterprise systems such as SAP or equivalent systems
Well-developed organisational and information management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, maintain accurate records, track actions and milestones, and support structured governance and reporting processes
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated experience maintaining structured documentation and collaboration platforms, such as Confluence or equivalent systems
Nice to have:
Experience working in an infrastructure, engineering, or large-scale technical environment
Experience supporting the transition from construction or project delivery into operational or business-as-usual activities
Formal training or qualification in project management, contract management, or a related discipline