The Role

Hunter Class Frigate Branch (HCFB), within Defence's Naval Shipbuilding and Sustainment Group (NSSG), is seeking two professional, motivated and experienced APS 4 Project Support Officers to support the HCF program. The Business Directorate requires an APS 4 who will coordinate and contribute to the work of a team consistent to a work plan and provide advice and assistance on methods of task completion to team members. They will research, document, and update business processes within the business management system.

The Executive Directorate requires an APS 4 who will have the opportunity to expand their skills in the people and culture space, supporting all culture initiatives whilst learning and developing contract management skills. In addition to the above, the successful candidates will have the opportunity to hone their skills in project management and engagement with a variety of stakeholders, while growing their knowledge base and skills as part of a fast moving shipbuilding project.

About our Team

The Hunter Class Frigate (HCF) will be one of the most advanced warships in the world with cutting edge technology and capabilities. As Australia’s largest shipbuilding project, HCF provides the foundation for continuous naval shipbuilding in Australia. We are working with experts from the UK, USA, Canada and Europe to provide six frigates optimised for anti-submarine warfare to the Royal Australian Navy. The frigates are being constructed at the Osborne Naval Shipyard, South Australia utilising the latest production technologies.

You will have access to generous working conditions as an Australian Public Servant in Defence. You will be supported in balancing work life with family and other priorities, with a variety of flexible working arrangements available. Information on Defence employees’ working conditions, including an attractive remuneration package with a generous superannuation contribution (15.4%), can be sourced from the Defence Enterprise Agreement.

Our Ideal Candidate

We are looking for self-motivated personnel to be a part of a small and dynamic teams. In order to provide high quality support, our ideal candidates will have the following attributes and competencies:

• Have a strong work ethic.
• Have a keen eye and attention to detail.
• Have well developed communication skills.
• Adaptability, resilience and flexibility in the face of changing priorities and be open to learning new things and willing to assist other teams.
• Be able to multi-task in order to meet deadlines.
• A commitment to personal and professional development.
• Have experience maintaining stakeholder relationships to deliver and negotiate outcomes with varying ranks/levels.
• Be capable of working both autonomously and in a team environment.

At HCFB we pride ourselves in being a collaborative workforce, all whilst incorporating a supportive workplace culture. Our ideal candidate will not only be a professional asset to the team but a positive cultural asset too.

Application Closing Date: Thursday 8 May 2025

For further information please review the job information pack, reference NSSG/03355/25 on https://defencecareers.nga.net.au/?jati=C6DB8CD7-8AD1-B94C-2C22-E3C015936055