Job Description
Australian Department of Defence – Richmond NSW
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The Air Lift Systems Program Office has an opportunity for a motivated individual to join the Engineering and Logistics Unit's Engineering Governance team and contribute to important Air Force capability outcomes.
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As the APS 6 Engineering Surveillance Officer, you will work under broad direction from the Platform Airworthiness Engineering Leads to support the safe and effective sustainment of the RAAF's C-130J Hercules and C-27J Spartan aircraft.
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In this role, you will:
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Plan and conduct reviews of engineering activities and supporting evidence.
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Assess information to identify risks, gaps and areas for improvement.
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Prepare transparent reports, advice and recommendations for decision makers.
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Work with internal stakeholders and industry partners to support practical improvements.
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Contribute to compliance with Defence engineering and aviation safety requirements.
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This role offers meaningful work in a complex aviation sustainment environment where your judgement, initiative and communication skills will be valued.
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About our Team
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The Air Lift Systems Program Office at RAAF Base Richmond is a Business Unit within the Airlift and Tanker Systems Branch of the Aerospace Systems Division. ALSPO is responsible for sustaining and enhancing the RAAF's C 130J Hercules and C 27J Spartan aircraft. In partnership with industry, ALSPO supports Air Mobility Group by delivering effective sustainment support solutions.
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The Engineering and Logistics Unit within ALSPO is an integrated workforce of APS, ADF and contractor personnel working together in a dynamic aviation sustainment environment.




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The Engineering Governance team supports engineering functions by reviewing activities, checking evidence, identifying risks and helping drive practical improvements. The team contributes to safe, compliant and effective sustainment outcomes.
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Our success relies on collaboration, professional relationships and a shared commitment to Defence capability. This is a team where your contribution helps deliver meaningful outcomes for Air Force operations.
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Our Ideal Candidate
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Our ideal candidate will have, or be motivated to develop, an understanding of aviation, engineering, maintenance, quality, compliance or safety related work.
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They will be able to:
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Review and interpret complex information.
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Assess evidence and identify risks, gaps or weaknesses.
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Ask the right questions and seek further information when needed.
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Write clear reports, opinions and recommendations.
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Plan their work, manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes.
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Build effective working relationships with stakeholders.
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The successful candidate will be proactive, organised and comfortable working with a level of independence. They will use sound judgement, communicate clearly and contribute to practical improvements that support safe, compliant and effective sustainment outcomes.
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They do not need to know everything on day one, but they should bring curiosity, integrity and the ability to learn quickly in a technical environment.
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Application Closing Date: Sunday 23 August ****
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For further information please review the job information pack, reference CASG/******** on

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📌 Engineering Surveillance Officer (Sydney)
🏢 Australian Department Of Defence
📍 Sydney