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Posted 25 August, 2026

Assistant Project Director, Multipurpose Stadium (005842)

Tasmanian Government
South Full Time
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Assistant Project Director, Multipurpose Stadium (005842)


Macquarie Point Development Corporation

Applications must be submitted by Sunday 06 September, 2026 11:55 PM

Position details

Applications close:

Sunday 6 September, 2026 11:55 PM AEST

Award/Classification:

Professional Stream Band 5 - Tasmanian State Service Award

Salary:

$175,521 to $194,052 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, flexible, Permanent, full-time

Region:

South

Location:

Hobart

Job description:

The redevelopment of Macquarie Point is an urban renewal project in central Hobart, which will see a former industrial site revitalised into an exciting mixed-use precinct incorporating a multipurpose stadium. The Assistant Project Director will play a key role in overseeing the planning and delivery of the Multipurpose Stadium. This will include supporting the Project Director, Executive Team, Board and project's governance and related requirements, working closely with Stadiums Tasmania as the future operator and delivery partners (both government and non-government), providing regular updates to stakeholders, providing project direction, management and assurance, and procurement and management of consultancies including project management.

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the society in which we live and work, and recognise the significant value of having a diverse team. We strongly encourage people from all walks of life to apply for this position, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.

Mac Point understands the importance of a flexible working environment. We encourage you to talk to us about what flexibility may look like for you.

Duties:

  1. Provide leadership, direction and oversight on all aspects of the Project during finalisation of design and transition into construction including in seeking statutory approvals, construction and commissioning of the Project to ensure it is delivered as part of the broader redevelopment of Macquarie Point.
  2. Monitor and report on key aspects of the Project, including emerging issues, cost and planning benchmarks, and compliance with relevant agreements and expectations.
  3. Provide timely, accurate and appropriate advice to the Project Director, Executive Team, project governance, Board and relevant Ministers on all aspects of the Project.
  4. Identify, analyse and resolve emerging issues and risks as they arise.
  5. Work closely with internal and external stakeholders, including regular engagement, discussion and effective collaboration and management of stakeholders and delivery partners.
  6. Manage timelines, scheduling and reporting in keeping with agreed identified requirements, agreements and interim milestones.
  7. Provide leadership and direction in managing the physical, human and financial resources of the Project.
  8. Effectively deliver and monitor compliance and execution of contracts, including a focus on the effective management and performance of key indicators and reporting of advisors, contractors and consultants.
  9. Ensure regular communications on the project staging, progress and achievements to keep delivery partners, stakeholders and the community informed throughout the Project stages.
  10. Actively participate in and contribute to the organisation's Work Health & Safety processes, including the development and implementation of safety systems, improvement initiatives and related training, ensuring that quality and safety improvement processes are in place and acted upon

Essential Requirements

Management experience in large scale and complex project oversight and/or management.

Desirable Requirements

Tertiary qualifications in a related discipline

Download the Statement of Duties and Associated Documents

Assistant Project Director.docx

Assistant Project Director.pdf

For more information

Name: Sam Wilson-Haffenden
Position: Project Director
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0409 522 842

How to apply

  1. Review the Statement of Duties.
  2. Upload a 1-2 page document outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties.
  3. Attach a copy of your current Resume/CV.

Online applications are preferred, please click the blue Apply Now button.

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Complete the following application form and email your application to us at [email protected]

Application for Employment (Form 201).DOCX

Application for Employment (Form 201).pdf

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