WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
About the Team The Trade Compliance team forms part the multidisciplinary Legal and Commercial team at Rheinmetall. The team is functionally responsible for Trade Compliance, Intellectual Property, Insurance, Commercial and Legal and works closely with senior stakeholders and board members across the business. The team is located at our Military Vehicle Centre of Excellence (MILVEHCOE) in Redbank in Ipswich.
About the Role
Reporting to the Trade Compliance Manager, you’ll be responsible for ensuring adherence to Australian and International trade compliance regulations. This spans across import, export and supply chain activities that are related to defence materials, technologies and services. You’ll work closely with internal, government and international stakeholders to mitigate risks and maintain compliance in a highly sensitive and regulated environment.
WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE
What are we looking for?
Rheinmetall seeks applicants who exemplify our Company’s values of Safety, Partnering, Openness, Respect and Trust (SPORT). This creates a workplace setting where employees value each other, live up to their promises and communicate openly.
The experience and skillset best suited to this role includes:
- Practical experience in compliance, regulatory affairs, supply chain or export control within the defence, aerospace or related industries.
- Strong understanding of the Australian export control legislation (DTCA, DSGL, Customs Act 1901 (Cth),
and Autonomous Sanctions Act 2011 (Cth).
- Solid working knowledge of the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations and Export Administration Regulations (particularly as they relate to deemed exports and re-exports).
- Eligibility to obtain and maintain an NV1 Australian Government Security Clearance (Australian Citizenship required).
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
- Long weekends every second week with a 9-day fortnight;
- Individualised Flexible Working Arrangements;
- Access to exclusive employee discounts with over 500 retailers to support cost of living;
- Market leading parental leave and loyalty leave accrual for every year of service;
- We are proud to be an Endorsed Employer for All Women with WORK180.
CONTACT INFORMATION
RDA Talent Acquisition Team
[email protected]
Applications will close on 9th of December 2026
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This role requires a Defence clearance, only Australian Citizens are eligible.
This role is subject to ITAR (International Traffic Arms Regulations), your nationality may affect eligibility.
Further information regarding clearances found at https://www.defence.gov.au/security/clearances
Diverse perspectives drive value – for clients, people, and communities. Even if you do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply.
If you would like to express your interest in this role, please speak to your Line/Direct manager before applying.
📌 Export Control Officer (Queensland)
🏢 Rheinmetall
📍 Queensland