Aps 5 - Governance Officer

• $80,487 - $86,211 (plus Super)
• Russell - ACT

The Role
The Maritime Integrated Warfare Systems (MIWS) Branch is a very busy organisation which is never dull and no two days are the same. The MIWS Branch Governance Officer will work under limited direction to perform and achieve complex governance work within an integrated workforce to help deliver an exciting array of integrated warfare systems to support naval success in the future. They will exercise both initiative and judgement in the interpretation of policy and in the application of practices and procedures. They will provide detailed governance and professional advice in relation to complex work and contribute to strategic planning.
The MIWS Governance Officer will contribute to a team and have considerable level of stakeholder engagement working in a complex and integrated environment. They will be required to identify, anticipate and respond to stakeholders’ needs and expectations to achieve work unit and Defence outcomes. The role involves high tempo work, strategic thinking and working across the Defence organisation to influence and support decision making within acquisition and sustainment.
About our Team
MIWS Branch under Major Surface Combatants and Combat Systems Division is an exciting and complex environment to work in, offering a rewarding career in one of the most dynamic organisations within NSSG. We work across both Acquisition and Sustainment environments to develop and deliver products into new shipbuilding programs and to provide update/upgrade products to the existing RAN fleet, giving staff exposure to a wide variety of high profile maritime projects.
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.
We are committed to the personal and professional development of our staff, and welcome interested candidates to apply to join our team. If you require further information please email build.the.future@defence.gov.au
Our Ideal Candidate
MIWS are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated candidate with excellent personal attributes and a strong knowledge of governance to join our Branch. We pride ourselves on having a positive, collaborative and supportive workplace culture. For us it’s all about teamwork and we want people who want to be a part of the culture we’ve created. Our ideal candidate will enjoy working in a dynamic workplace across a wide variety of projects and products. The candidate will be energetic and able to create and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
MIWS is seeking a candidate who demonstrates utmost integrity, professionalism, self-motivation, positive attitude towards challenges, and persistence in achieving outcomes. The candidate will be able to work under pressure with great resilience, remain focused on tasks and possess strong attention to detail.
The ideal candidate will have the following attributes and can demonstrate:

• Mature judgement, professionalism and high level interpersonal skills.
• Enthusiasm, drive and initiative and willingness to learn.
• An ability to meet deadlines and prioritise workloads.
• Adaptability, resilience and flexibility in the face of changing priorities.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• A good understanding of legislative, policy and regulatory frameworks.