The key duties of the position include:
The Role
As the EL 1 Project Manager, you will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of project, commercial, engineering and logistics specialists to plan, lead and manage all aspects of Nulka project delivery. This position is based at Russell, ACT, supporting broader Navy capability outcomes across the EFFECTS program.
This will entail:
* Working closely with Defence industry to manage procurement exercises and contracts of varying scale and complexity;
* Developing, implementing and monitoring high level project plans, schedules, cost estimates and governance artefacts;
* Managing budgets, including tracking, planning and resource allocation;
* Providing authoritative, evidence based advice to senior leadership on planning, priorities and resourcing;
* Ensuring strong integrity, security, governance and risk management are upheld across the capability life cycle; and
* Leading and coaching APS and contractor staff, setting priorities and driving coordinated project delivery.
About our Team
EWIS Maritime SPO manages multiple Electronic Warfare systems across both surface and sub-surface fleets, including the Nulka Decoy Product and a range of Sensors and Electronic Attack systems in both acquisition and sustainment phases. The SPO delivers capabilities to both the Australian Defence Force and the United States, with Nulka being one of the highest-priority and highest-tempo products in the organisation.
This position forms part of the geographically dispersed EFFECTS Integrated Delivery Team, working closely with APS staff, military personnel and contractors to ensure supported Electronic Warfare capabilities are delivered in accordance with operational and compliance requirements, budget and service agreements.
You will be joining a high tempo, high performing team with a strong culture of collaboration, inclusion and professional excellence. We are a close working, supportive team who operate in a high tempo environment, and we value people who work collaboratively, communicate openly and contribute to a positive and inclusive team culture.
Our Ideal Candidate
* Demonstrated experience in Project Management, ideally with insight into Electronic Warfare systems and CASG Project management frameworks;
* The ability to lead a diverse team delivering complex and high-priority capability outcomes;
* Strong problem-solving, deductive reasoning and strategic thinking skills;
* High level communication and engagement capabilities to maintain critical stakeholder relationships, including Navy, engineering authorities, contractors and international partners;
* The capacity to manage competing priorities and tasks of varying complexity in a dynamic operating environment;
* Strong organisational skills, initiative and the ability to influence others to achieve business outcomes;
* Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a cohesive, cross functional team, fostering trust, inclusion and a strong shared commitment to achieving business outcomes;
* Sound commercial acumen, including an understanding of the Defence Industry sector in Australia and Commonwealth procurement processes;
* Professionalism, integrity and a positive team focused approach who thrives in a dynamic, high tempo environment and contributes to a respectful, supportive and outcome driven culture.
Eligibility
Security Clearance
Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at “Negative Vetting Level 2”.
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 environment and a diverse workforce. To find out more about a career with Defence please visit https://www.defence.gov.au/jobs-careers