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- Governance role at Downer Professional Services Downer Professional Services provided pay range This range is provided by Downer Professional Services. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range A$100,000.00/yr
- A$120,000.00/yr Direct message the job poster from Downer Professional Services Join our Downer Professional Services team and play a key role in delivering complex defence and national security projects that safeguard Australia’s future. Downer Professional Services is comprised of two business units, our Technical, Advisory, and Capability consulting practice and Team Downer, a major service partner to Defence. Together, we are a multi-disciplinary advisory and delivery partner of choice for our clients in Defence and National Security. We currently have an opportunity for a Project Support Officer in Adelaide to work on Defence Naval Sustainment project. What You’ll Do This role offers a broad scope, with

key responsibilities
including:
- Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, resource plans, and work breakdown structures to support delivery milestones.
- Coordinate workforce planning and task tracking, resolving delivery blockers to keep projects on track.
- Support governance reporting through weekly status updates, financial tracking, and milestone progress.
- Maintain and monitor project registers (risks, issues, actions), contributing to risk mitigation planning and resolution.
- Facilitate cross-functional coordination and stakeholder engagement to ensure effective communication and alignment. What You’ll Bring




- Proven ability to manage detailed project schedules, resource plans, and reporting tools to support milestone delivery.
- Robust coordination skills across workforce planning, task tracking, and issue resolution in dynamic environments.
- Experience maintaining project registers and supporting risk mitigation strategies to ensure delivery continuity.
- Effective stakeholder engagement and communication across internal teams and external partners.
- Familiarity with Defence or infrastructure programs, with proficiency in MS Project, Excel, and governance reporting. Due to the nature of the work, you are required to currently hold and maintain a minimum Negative Vetting 1 or higher Security clearance as required by the Commonwealth. In some instances, compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements may also be an inherent requirement. More than anything, you’ll bring a solid work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients. Why Downer Professional Services At Downer Professional Services, we’re not just a workplace
- we’re a business dedicated to contributing to the shaping of the future of defence in Australia. As the country’s only sovereign prime, we’re committed to making a real difference in protecting Australia’s interests. What is means to belong at Downer Professional Services
- Meaningful work:



Help to deliver critical Defence projects that protect Australia and shape its future.
- Professional development: Access career mapping, accelerated learning programs, and shared learning through our Communities of Practice.
- Great perks: Enjoy discounts on healthcare, retail, vehicles, and more through Perks@Downer.
- Veteran support: Benefit from initiatives like up to 20 days of Reservist Leave to stay connected post-service. Downer Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including First Nations people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. Seniority level
- Seniority level Associate Employment type
- Employment type Full-time Job function
- Job function Project Management
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📌 Project Support Officer (Adelaide)
🏢 Downer Professional Services
📍 Adelaide