The key duties of the position include:

The Role

This is a dynamic role with the chance to design and implement new initiatives, work with senior leaders, and contribute to Navy Outcomes. We are looking for a proactive problem solver who is comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. An understanding of Seaworthiness or Land worthiness or Corporate Governance Principles would be advantageous but is not essential:

Reporting to the Deputy Director Operations, the successful candidate will:

- Develop Policy Processes and Procedures to ensure SPTFOR is aligned with Fleet Direction on Governance, Performance and Risk.
- Develop Policy Processes and Procedures to accurately report on status and capabilities of SPTFOR Units
- Monitor and Report Support Force Units compliance. Take the initiative to progress work to meet business objectives, provide advice and guidance on more complex issues
- Perform Quality Assurance and Audit Activities Resolve problems and implement alternative courses of action
- Develop and Maintain SPTFOR Risk Management Processes.
- Transition AFGO 324 into the N Library
- Work collaboratively, build and sustain effective relationships and provide constructive feedback. Limited travel may be required to support Assurance Activities during the period

Note: Work is mostly in an office environment. Limited domestic travel will be required for audit activities. During audit activities the successful applicant will need to moving between buildings, around operational dockyards and potential on and off ships.

About our Team

The Support Force Headquarters (SPTFOR HQ)



provides oversight of and support to all Australian Naval Establishments and all Fleet enabling Directorates as well as all the RANs inshore and offshore Support Vessels. Support Force has undergone a period of rapid expansion post the Fleet Command and Control Review and is now the largest and most diverse Force Command within the Fleet.

Our Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate working under limited supervision and will have a demonstrated ability to think critically and implement innovative solutions. You must be comfortable working individually and as part of a small team. The ability to form strong working relationships will be a key to success.

Eligibility

Security Clearance:

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at “Negative Vetting level 1".

Getting to know the Department of Defence

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