Project Support Officer - Acquisitions
Project Support Officer - Acquisitions
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Job Description
Join our Downer Professional Servicesteam and play a key role in delivering complex defence and national security projects that safeguard Australias future.
Downer Professional Services is comprised of two business units our Technical Advisory and Capability consulting practice and Team Downer a major service partner to Defence. Together we are amulti-disciplinary advisory and delivery partner of choice for our clients in Defence and National Security.
We currently have an opportunity for a Project Support Officer Acquisitions in Canberra for a Maritime project.
Responsibilities
What Youll Do
This role offers a broad scope with key responsibilities including:
- Support the development review and maintenance of acquisition and sustainment documentation including Acquisition Strategy Project Execution Plan and Contracting Strategy.
- Monitor project performance risks and dependencies implementing mitigation strategies where appropriate and escalating issues in accordance with governance structures.
- Prepare and deliver high-quality briefings reports and artefacts for senior leadership Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) and external stakeholders.
- Oversee and support contract negotiations Contract Change Proposals (CCPs) and contractor deliverable reviews in collaboration with the Commercial and Legal teams.
- Contribute to Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) development and maintenance ensuring alignment with project milestones and Defence readiness timelines
Qualifications
What Youll Bring
- Demonstrated experience delivering complex Defence acquisition projects within CASG preferably in a maritime naval combat systems or warfighting environment.
- Sound understanding of Defence project governance CLC processes GBE/OBE and acquisition frameworks.
- Proven ability to manage competing priorities deliver under pressure and work across multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience with project management tools (e.g. Open Plan ARM Predict!) and exposure to ILM and SAP is advantageous.
- Strong communication skills and Stakeholder management capabilities
Due to the nature of the work you are required to currently hold and maintain a minimumNegative Vetting 1or higher Security clearance as required by the Commonwealth. In some instances compliance withInternational Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)requirements may also be an inherent requirement.
More than anything youll bring a strong work ethic a positive attitude and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.
Why Downer Professional Services
At Downer Professional Services were not just a workplace - were a business dedicated to contributing to the shaping of the future of defence in Australia. As the countrys only sovereign prime were committed to making a real difference in protecting Australias interests.
What is means to belong at Downer Professional Services
- Meaningful work: Help to deliver critical Defence projects that protect Australia and shape its future.
- Professional development: Access career mapping accelerated learning programs and shared learning through our Communities of Practice.
- Great perks: Enjoy discounts on healthcare retail vehicles and more through
- Veteran support: Benefit from initiatives like up to 20 days of Reservist Leave to stay connected post-service.
Downer Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds including First Nations people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Contract
