Administration Officer

The Role

The acquisition of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines is an historic and transformative endeavour for Australia. The whole-of-nation effort to safely and securely deliver the cutting edge nuclear-powered submarine program will transform Australia’s economic and national security landscape for decades to come.

The acquisition of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines is an historic and transformative endeavour for Australia. The whole-of-nation effort to safely and securely deliver the cutting edge nuclear-powered submarine program will transform Australia’s economic and national security landscape for decades to come. 

The duties of an APS 5 Administration Officer in the Australian Submarine Agency include the following: 

• Perform complex tasks and activities, work to agreed priorities and outcomes that support the delivery of procedural, operational, administrative and business support activities across Defence. 
• Accountable to respond to complex operational, procedural, administrative and business support related enquiries and apply the skills, knowledge and experience necessary to provide advice and services. 
• Identify and interpret relevant legislation, work practices, procedures and policies and apply these to the work area. 
• Explain and apply the operational, technical and resources requirements of an activity and assist in the coordination, delivery and reporting of that activity. 
• Work collaboratively and operate as an effective team member and provide constructive feedback.

The filling of this vacancy is intended to constitute an affirmative measure under section 8(1) of the 'Racial Discrimination Act 1975'. This vacancy is only available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.

As per the eligibility requirements outlined in this information pack, proof of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Heritage is required from all applicants.

About our Team

Our people are capable, committed and diverse. We support an inclusive culture that emphasises respect and collaboration and prioritises safety and security. Our greatest asset is our people. 

ASA has a number of vacancies available for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians at the APS 5 level, to support the delivery of Australia's nuclear-powered submarine program.

ASA will support you with on the job training and you will have the opportunity to attend relevant industry courses and training to develop your skills and build a diverse and rewarding career.

As an Aboriginal and Torres Straits Islander employee with ASA, you will:

• Be part of an inclusive and diverse work environment
• Receive a generous starting salary with great working conditions
• Benefit from extensive training and development
• Be supported to utilise additional leave provisions to attend to Kinship and Sorry Business responsibilities and cultural activities during NAIDOC week and Reconciliation week

Have the opportunity to be part of ASA’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Network.

Within the Administration function an APS 5 Administration Officer is accountable under limited direction to perform and achieve complex procedural, operational, administrative and business support work within an integrated workforce. 

They are accountable to have and maintain a well developed understanding of and compliance to with relevant legislative frameworks, government decision-making and ASA’s mission and policy requirements.

We offer flexible working arrangements and a range of formal and informal professional development opportunities.

Our Ideal Candidate

We are a dynamic organization seeking employees who are agile, innovative and energised by high-paced work. Our ideal candidates will bring the following attributes and skills to the role:

We are a dynamic organisation-seeking employees who are agile, innovative and energised by high-paced work. 

Our ideal candidates will bring the following attributes and skills to the role:

• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Have strong stakeholder engagement skills and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a range of people, including at an internal and external senior executive level
• Exercise sound judgement, discretion, and integrity including the ability to maintain confidentiality and privacy
• Have attention to detail, with the ability to take responsibility for own actions and accurate completion of work
• Ability to organise your workflow and make independent decisions relating to your area of responsibility
• Ability to interpret and provide advice within the administration function area based on legislation, policy and procedures

Application Closing Date: Thursday 11 April 2024

For further information please review the job information pack, reference ASA/02061/24 on https://defencecareers.nga.net.au/?jati=293A4042-46A1-056E-5B1F-DA925ABEFDC5