The key duties of the position include:

The Role

The Maritime Integrated Warfare Systems (MIWS) Branch are seeking a number of professional, motivated and experienced APS 6 Project Officers to join the Branch across areas such as SEA1200 Uncrewed Maritime Warfare and Warfare Products.

SEA1200 is responsible for the acquisition, integration, delivery and sustainment of autonomous and uncrewed maritime systems, including Ghost Shark and Bluebottle platforms, along with broader capability development activities supporting Navy’s future operational effectiveness and warfighting advantage.

Warfare Products is responsible for acquisition (as a conduit) coordination, stewardship and sustainment of sensors, effectors and other combat system products supplied to platforms and sites across the Maritime Domain.

As an APS 6 Project Officer, you will be accountable under limited direction for supporting the delivery of complex capability outcomes within a dynamic and fast-paced project environment. Working closely with the Delivery Managers, Project Director, Project Manager and senior stakeholders across Defence, Navy and Industry, you will contribute to the successful delivery of innovative maritime capabilities.

Your knowledge and understanding of project governance, legislative frameworks, government decision-making and Defence’s mission and policy requirements will be important for success in this role. You will exercise initiative, sound judgement and professionalism while managing competing priorities and contributing to strategic project outcomes. You will also have opportunities to represent the organisation and engage with stakeholders across Defence and Industry.

The APS 6 Project Officers will work under limited direction within the Branch in support of the Project Director, Project and Delivery Managers.

Responsibilities of our roles include but are not limited to:

- Provide operational support to project management and facilitate administrative and coordination requirements.
- Research, draft and prepare project documentation, briefs, complex correspondence and reports including submissions for committee consideration.
- Work collaboratively, operate as an effective team member and provide constructive feedback.
- Be responsible for actively managing key stakeholder relationships and will be required to identify relevant stakeholders' expectations and concerns to develop and communicate methodologies and practices to achieve outcomes.
- Resolve problems using expertise, taking the initiative to identify alternative courses of action.




- Engage Australian and international stakeholders to assist in achieving strategic objectives for MIWS.
- Identify, assess and contribute to the management of project risks, issues and opportunities.
- Manage project financial reporting and analysis activities, and maintain commercial records and day to day management of contracts.
- Develop, implement, and monitor project budget controls and strategies
- Build and contribute to team capability while ensuring compliance with legislative, regulatory, policy and branch frameworks.

This role is eligible for an additional remuneration benefit known in Defence as a Building Defence Capability Payment (BDCP). This enables Defence to provide a premium, in addition to the base salary otherwise payable under the Defence Enterprise Collective Agreement (DECA), for positions in occupational disciplines/classifications that are critical to Defence capability. For further information, please contact the contact officer.

About our Team

MIWS Branch under Major Surface Combatants and Combat Systems Division is an exciting and complex environment to work in, offering a rewarding career in one of the most dynamic organisations within NSSG. We work across both Acquisition and Sustainment environments to develop and deliver products into new shipbuilding programs and to provide update/upgrade products to the existing Royal Australian Navy (RAN) fleet, giving staff exposure to a wide variety of high profile maritime projects.

Join a supportive team with other highly talented colleagues who work collaboratively to solve complex problems in naval acquisition and sustainment projects. Enjoy personal and professional development opportunities through rewarding career paths, whilst working in leading edge uncrewed maritime, autonomous and/or warfare system technologies, supporting capability acquisition, integration, delivery and sustainment activities. Enjoy quality training, mentoring and support to grow your career.

If you are looking for a challenging career that makes a difference, a role in the Department of Defence working on Australia’s most complex Defence naval capabilities is the opportunity you have been waiting for.

Our Ideal Candidate

MIWS are seeking high performing, enthusiastic,



motivated individuals who thrive in a dynamic environment and are passionate about delivering innovative capability outcomes for Defence.

The MIWS branch prides itself on a positive, collaborative and supportive workplace culture. We are looking for people who enjoy working as part of high performing teams and who are committed to contributing to our strong culture of teamwork, professionalism and mutual support.

Our ideal candidates will demonstrate:

- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
- Ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
- Sound organisational and coordination skills.
- Strong analytical and problem solving abilities.
- The ability to exercise initiative and sound judgement.
- Working knowledge/experience of commercial processes, including contact contract management & monitoring contractor deliverables and performance or the ability to gain experience on this function.
- A working knowledge of project management fundamentals.
- Financial acumen or ability to learn and interpret financial data.
- A working knowledge of information management requirements.
- Ability to actively contribute to risk identification and management.
- Demonstrates agility, responsiveness, proactivity and rapid learning.

Most importantly, we are seeking positive team-orientated people who enjoy working in a high tempo environment and are committed to delivering capability outcomes for Navy.

Eligibility

Security Clearance:

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at Negative Vetting Level 1.

Getting to know the Department of Defence

The Department of Defence employs around 18,000 Australian Public Service (APS) employees. Defence APS employees work in a wide variety of critical roles, Australia wide, enabling our three services Navy, Army and Air Force, to do their job. Defence has a range of Australian Public Service (APS) career opportunities that offer interesting, challenging, and unique work. Our workforce includes administrative support, accountants, intelligence analysts, engineers, policy advisors, graphic designers, lawyers, social workers, IT specialists and contract managers to name a few. We offer a rewarding career that includes professional development, work-life balance, recognition, a adaptable and supportive work environment and a diverse workforce. To find out more about a career with Defence please visit https://www.defence.gov.au/jobs-careers

📌 Project Officer (Sydney)
🏢 Department Of Defence
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