Fact finding – Port Adelaide OCT 2026

Australian citizenship required. Must have an active Negative Vetting Level 1 (or higher) security clearance.

Location: Port Adelaide (Flexible).

What to Submit

1. A tailored resume in docx format

RFQ Details

- RFQ ID: 105316
- Agency: Australian Submarine Agency (ASA)
- Closing Date: Friday, 16 October 2026 – 5pm
- Estimated Start Date: Monday, 26 October 2026
- Initial Contract Duration: 26 October 2026 to 31 December 2026
- Extension Term: Up to 12 months in aggregate
- Security Clearance: Must have an active Negative Vetting Level 1 (or higher) security clearance
- Location of Work: 2 Mundy St, Port Adelaide, SA
- Working Arrangements: Interviews and discussions to occur in person where practicable. Flexible work permitted outside of interviews. Online briefings with Canberra and other off-site staff.

Job Details

The Australian Submarine Agency (ASA) invites quotes from suitable qualified providers to undertake an independent workplace fact-finding process in relation to a complex personnel matter located in Port Adelaide. The objective of this engagement is to obtain an impartial assessment of the matters raised with a mediation and culturally sensitive approach, establish relevant facts, and provide recommendations to support ASA’s consideration of the appropriate next steps. The successful provider will undertake an independent review of the matters referred, including examination of relevant documentation, consultation with key stakeholders, and assessment of available information and evidence. The engagement must be conducted professionally, impartially and with cultural sensitivity, confidentiality and procedural fairness.

Key Duties and Responsibilities





- Conduct an independent workplace fact-finding review of a complex personnel matter.
- Examine relevant documentation and available evidence.
- Consult with key stakeholders identified by the agency.
- Undertake potentially up to 20 stakeholder interviews.
- Conduct interviews and discussions in person where practicable.
- Apply a mediation and culturally sensitive approach throughout the engagement.
- Maintain confidentiality, impartiality and procedural fairness.
- Identify relevant facts, risks, issues and key observations.
- Develop a written approach and delivery plan, including a delivery schedule.
- Provide progress updates as reasonably requested during the engagement.
- Prepare a comprehensive written report documenting the methodology, findings of fact, conclusions and practical recommendations.
- Provide a verbal briefing to the agency delegate on the outcome of the fact-finding process.

Key Deliverables

- Start-up meeting with the people policy team and key agency contact.
- A written/documented approach and plan including a delivery schedule.
- Interviews with relevant stakeholders, potentially up to 20 interviews.
- Final report incorporating findings, conclusions and options for consideration.
- Verbal briefing to the agency delegate on the outcome of the fact-finding process.

Security Requirements

All contractor personnel engaged under this arrangement must hold a minimum NV1 security clearance.



Contractor personnel may also be required to complete the ASA Pre-Engagement Suitability Screening and satisfy additional workforce security requirements prior to commencement.

Selection Criteria

The RFQ specifies the following evaluation criteria. No separate essential or desirable candidate selection criteria are provided.

1. Relevant experience and capability (40%)
2. Methodology and understanding of requirements (30%)
3. Availability and capacity to deliver (10%)
4. Price (20%)

Why choose Pinaka

We know the government ICT market and we keep things straightforward. We take time to understand your background, your goals and the type of role that suits you. We believe transparency is about more than rates and our margins are fair and always disclosed.

What you can expect from us...

1. Fair, disclosed margins
2. Clear communication at every stage
3. Honest advice on fit and competitiveness
4. Visibility on submissions and process status
5. A professional and respectful experience

How you are paid...

You choose what's best for you.

1. PAYG through Pinaka
2. Third-party payroll
3. Self-employed (own ABN) With a single, transparent and fixed margin, we ensure compliance to all state and payroll laws. So that is one less thing for you to worry about.

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