The Role

The Configuration Officer APS 6 is accountable under broad direction to perform and achieve complex technical configuration work within an integrated workforce. They are accountable to ensure they have knowledge of and compliance with legislative frameworks, government decision-making and Defence’s mission and policy requirements.

The Configuration Officer will work independently with the opportunity for reasonable autonomy and accountability for the achievement of outcomes of their work. They will exercise both initiative and judgement in the interpretation of policy and in the application of practices and procedures.

The Configuration Officer may be a team coach or lead a team and be accountable to set work priorities and manage workflows.

The Configuration Officer will have considerable level of stakeholder engagement and will liaise with stakeholders in relation to complex or difficult issues. They will be accountable to contribute towards ongoing self-improvement and professional development.

International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) is the United States regulation that controls the manufacture, sale and distribution of defence and space-related articles and services. The ITAR contains a list of “restricted” countries that are unable to access ITAR controlled information, and therefore we will need to know if an applicant holds dual citizenship to one of the restricted countries to ensure they meet the requirement to perform the role (and we do not breach any ITAR requirements).

About our Team

The Collins Submarine Program within Naval Ship Building & Sustainment Group is responsible for the maintenance and programmed upgrade of Australia’s Collins Class Submarines. The program works in partnership with the Royal Australian Navy and Industry to deliver the strategic submarine capability to the nation. You will have access to generous and attractive working conditions as an Australian Public Servant in Defence. Working for Defence will support you in balancing work life with family and other priorities.

You can access a variety of flexible working arrangements, including part-time work, occasionally working from home and working hours that are not always nine to five. Information on Defence employees’ working conditions, including an attractive remuneration package that may respond to industry variations and a generous superannuation contribution (15.4%), can be sourced from the Defence Enterprise Agreement. If you require further information, please email [email protected].

Our Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate for this role would be able to:

• Assist with project support tasks.
• Build and sustain productive working stakeholder relationships.
• Take initiative to progress work to meet business objectives.
• Have the ability to work independently, professionally and be able to handle sensitive data/ information.
• Must have a good work ethic.

Application Closing Date: Thursday 1 May 2025.

For further information please review the job information pack, reference NSSG/03404/25 on https://defencecareers.nga.net.au/?jati=3982BC8F-CD09-929B-2909-E3C016037771