Job Description

Cleared Recruitment is seeking a motivated and organised Project Support Officer to join a high-performing Defence project team supporting the delivery and sustainment of specialised communications and technology capabilities.

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- Expected Commencement Date: ASAP
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- Duration: 8-months
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- Hours: Full-time
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- Location: Canberra - No option for remote work
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- Minimum Security Clearance: NV1
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This role offers an excellent prospect for someone with project administration, procurement, logistics, or Defence support experience who enjoys working across a diverse range of activities and contributing to the successful delivery of critical capability outcomes.

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The Opportunity

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As a Project Support Officer, you will play a key role supporting project delivery, procurement activities, stakeholder engagement, equipment management, and project administration functions within a collaborative Defence environment.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Support procurement activities, including preparation, review, and coordination of procurement documentation.
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- Generate purchase orders, manage invoice approvals, and support financial administration activities.
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- Coordinate with end users and industry partners to facilitate sustainment and warranty support activities.
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- Manage equipment preparation, dispatch, tracking, and movements through Defence supply chain processes.
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- Support asset disposal activities, including equipment subject to controlled handling requirements.
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- Assist with the development and maintenance of project plans and supporting documentation.
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- Prepare briefs, reports, submissions,



and correspondence for senior stakeholder consideration.
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- Support project risk management activities and maintain project registers.
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- Manage project correspondence, shared mailboxes, and project information management processes.
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- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders across Defence and industry.
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- Provide broader project support as required to assist delivery outcomes.
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To be successful in this role, you will bring:

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- Experience working within a project environment and contributing to successful project outcomes.
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- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
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- Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
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- Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
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- A proactive approach and willingness to take ownership of tasks.
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- The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
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Essential Experience

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- Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office applications.
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- Strong administrative, coordination, and organisational skills.
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- Experience working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
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- Ability to manage work activities aligned to broader project objectives.
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- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality outcomes.
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Highly Regarded

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- Previous experience working within a Defence environment.
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- Experience using Defence ERP systems, including SAP.
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- Experience preparing briefs, reports, correspondence, and submissions.
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- Knowledge of Defence project management methodologies and frameworks.
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- Formal project management qualifications or working towards certification.
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📌 Project Support Officer (Canberra)
🏢 Client 1
📍 Canberra