Australian Department of Defence – Sydney CBD NSW

12h ago , from Australian Department of Defence

- $99,733 - $112,431 + 10% BDCP + up to 15.4% Superannuation
- Canberra - ACT, Sydney CBD - NSW

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 workplace. 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.

- $99,733 - $112,431 + 10% BDCP + up to 15.4% Superannuation
- Canberra - ACT, Sydney CBD - NSW

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 envir

📌 APS 6 - Project Officer (Sydney)
🏢 Australian Department Of Defence
📍 Sydney