Ongoing & Non-Ongoing
- $85,607 - $97,790 (plus Super)
- Adelaide - SA, Canberra - ACT, Edinburgh - SA
**The Role**
Do you strive to be at the leading edge of best practice by focusing on achieving outcomes using contemporary learning principles? Are you interested in contributing to a team delivering Electronic Warfare capability?
Electromagnetic Warfare & Intelligence Systems Joint and Air (EWIS J&A) SPO, within EWIS Branch, Joint Systems Division, is seeking APS 6 Assistant Product Managers to join the CAF15 Sustainment Management Unit.
These positions are based in Edinburgh, Adelaide, but alternative locations may be considered. EWIS J&A SPO may fill ongoing or non-ongoing vacancies through this recruitment.
As the APS 6 Assistant Product Manager, you will be joining a diverse team, building on existing skills and experience across a wide range of Product and Project Management aspects to establish and manage contracts, develop well-rounded administrative practices including schedule and finance administration while adhering to Defence Capability Committee processes.
You will be responsible for the sustainment of innovative products and programs by collaborating with stakeholders to identify solutions that seek to lift performance. You will work closely with, and in support of, the EL 1 Product Manager and contribute by driving continuous improvement and process development within the team.
**About our Team**
This position is based in Edinburgh with other team members located in Canberra and Queensland.
The successful applicant will be part of a multi-disciplinary team consisting of APS, military and contracted support to ensure the SMU products are delivered to the ADF and supported in accordance with operational requirements, budget and service agreements.
You will enjoy Australian Public Service conditions which include an attractive salary package and flexible, family-friendly working arrangements. Our staff have access to flexible working hours with opportunities for part-time and home-based work.
Defence provides employees with the option to undertake further studies, training and a superannuation contribution of 15.4 per cent, higher than most industries, with the opportunity for you to make additional personal contributions.
- Be highly motivated, organised, proactive, and display excellent product/program management skills.
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including strong emotional intelligence.
- Demonstrate the ability to influence, negotiate and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
- Think innovatively to find opportunities for continuous improvement, understanding the 'bigger picture' to identify any emerging opportunities or threats.
- Respond flexibly to changing situations, including using sound judgement under pressure.