- $99,733 - $112,431 + up to 15.4% Superannuation
- Edinburgh - SA

The Role
The High Frequency Sensing Systems Program Office (HFSSPO) is seeking motivated APS 6 Business Management Officers to join our team. Opportunities are available within both the Acquisition Office and the A-OTHR Export Office. While each team has a unique focus, both roles play a critical part in enabling program success through the delivery of business management, governance, financial management and stakeholder engagement activities. In these roles, you will work closely with project teams, senior leaders and stakeholders across Defence and industry to support the successful delivery of complex and strategically important programs.

You will exercise initiative and judgement to manage business operations, provide advice, coordinate governance activities, and support informed decision-making. Your work will directly contribute to the delivery of capability that supports Australia's national security interests. Key responsibilities include:

- Providing business management advice and support to senior leaders and project teams.
- Leading governance, planning and reporting activities to support program outcomes.
- Managing financial planning, forecasting, reporting and budget-related activities.
- Preparing high-quality briefs, reports, submissions and correspondence for senior stakeholders.
- Building productive relationships across Defence, industry and external partners.
- Identifying business risks, issues and opportunities, and providing practical recommendations.
- Driving continuous improvement initiatives that enhance business performance and governance.




- Managing competing priorities and delivering outcomes in a complex and dynamic environment.

This is an opportunity to work on world-leading capability programs, collaborate with highly skilled professionals, and contribute to outcomes of national significance.

About our Team
The High Frequency Sensing Systems Program Office (HFSSPO) is responsible for upgrading, delivering and sustaining world-leading High Frequency radar capabilities for the Australian Defence Force. This includes the Jindalee Operational Radar Network (JORN), a unique sovereign capability that provides wide-area surveillance and contributes directly to Australia's national security. HFSSPO is also delivering the Arctic Over The Horizon Radar to Canada, Australia's largest Defence export program.

Our people work across complex projects, major capability upgrades and emerging technologies, collaborating with Defence, industry, academia and international partners. Together, we support capabilities that provide critical operational outcomes today while shaping Defence capabilities for the future. HFSSPO offers the opportunity to contribute to work of genuine national significance as part of a skilled, collaborative and supportive team.

Whether your expertise is in project management, engineering, logistics, commercial, finance or corporate services, you will play a role in delivering outcomes that matter.



Working in HFSSPO provides exposure to some of Defence's most advanced technologies and capability programs, offering opportunities to build valuable skills, broaden your experience and contribute to work that will have a lasting impact on Australia's future Defence capability.

Our Ideal Candidate
We are looking for motivated professionals who enjoy solving problems, building relationships and delivering high-quality outcomes in a dynamic environment. You will be comfortable working independently while collaborating across multidisciplinary teams and engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders. You will demonstrate sound judgement, initiative and the ability to balance multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail. The successful candidate will demonstrate:

- Experience in business management, governance, program support, project management, finance or a related discipline.
- Robust analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to provide informed advice and recommendations.
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management capabilities.
- The ability to influence outcomes and work collaboratively across diverse teams.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Initiative, resilience and adaptability in a changing environment.
- A commitment to continuous improvement and delivering results.

Most importantly, you will be motivated by the opportunity to contribute to the successful delivery of Defence capability and make a meaningful impact through your work.

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📌 APS 6 - Business Management Officer (Edinburgh)
🏢 Australian Department Of Defence
📍 Edinburgh