The key duties of the position include:

The Role

As the APS 6 Risk Officer, you will be a trusted advisor supporting risk-informed decision making across some of Defence's most complex and strategically significant capability programs. Working within the High Frequency Sensing Systems Program Office (HFSSPO), you will partner with project teams, senior leaders and stakeholders across Defence and industry to identify, assess and manage risks that influence the delivery of critical capability outcomes.

From major upgrades to the Jindalee Operational Radar Network (JORN) through to the delivery of Australia's largest Defence export program, your work will directly support programs that contribute to Australia's national security and international partnerships. You will lead and coordinate risk management activities across a diverse portfolio, including facilitating risk workshops, maintaining risk frameworks and registers, supporting governance forums and providing specialist advice to inform decision making.

You will analyse complex issues, identify emerging risks and opportunities, and work collaboratively with stakeholders to develop practical risk treatment strategies. This role offers the opportunity to influence outcomes, engage with a broad range of stakeholders and apply your professional expertise in an environment that combines cutting-edge technology, complex program delivery and genuine national significance.

About our Team

HFSSPO is responsible for upgrading, delivering and sustaining world-leading High Frequency radar capabilities for the Australian Defence Force. This includes the 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 professional, 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

Our Ideal Candidate

We're looking for a capable and motivated professional who enjoys solving complex problems and influencing outcomes through effective risk management.

You can analyse information from multiple sources, identify key risks and opportunities, and provide clear, practical advice that supports informed decision making. You exercise sound judgement, work independently and confidently engage with stakeholders at all levels to achieve positive outcomes.





You build strong relationships, communicate effectively and are comfortable facilitating discussions that balance competing priorities and perspectives. You are adaptable, proactive and committed to continuously improving risk management practices in a dynamic and evolving environment.

Experience in risk management, governance, project management or program delivery will be highly regarded, particularly within large, complex organisations. Most importantly, you bring a collaborative mindset, professional credibility and a desire to contribute to programs that deliver meaningful outcomes for Defence and Australia.

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 flexible and supportive work workplace and a diverse workforce. To find out more about a career with Defence please visit https://www.defence.gov.au/jobs-careers

📌 Risk Officer (Edinburgh)
🏢 Department Of Defence
📍 Edinburgh