Aps 5 - Technical Data Officer (Draftsperson)

• $83,706 - $89,659 (plus Super)
• Penrith - NSW

The Role
Do you want to take your career to the next level?As an APS 5Technical Data Officer (Draftsman), working in the Technical Data Unit, Directorate of Engineering, Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance Group) in the Department of Defence, you will be working with some of the most exciting and complex guided weapons and explosive ordnance products used by the Australian Defence Force.You will manage engineering technical draftsman activities, within the Technical Drawing Team, where you will spend your days:

• Investigating, analysing and reporting on Engineering Technical/Engineering drawing concepts and risks
• Deliver engineering activities
• Assist the Team Leader and senior Tech Specialists with operational and administrative functions of the Technical Drawing Team
• Assist with the creation, maintenance and validation of compliant Technical Data and Technical/Engineering drawings
• Provide advice to stakeholders, enabling good technical decisions with quality and timely engineering advice
• Exercise sound initiative and judgment in applying appropriate practices and procedures
• Excellent written and oral communication skills are an integral aspect of this role
• You must be able to network/communicate at all levels including engaging with outside organisations to achieve objectives

There may be some domestic business travel associated with this position.This position will be required to access US export controlled materiel and therefore applicants will be requested to disclose any dual citizenship with another country during the recruitment process. Dual citizens may be subject to further assessment and appointment to this position will be conditional upon approval to access US controlled export material in accordance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).About our Team
The Directorate of Engineering is an integral part of the new Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance Group (GWEO). Our team is made up of various disciplines (including engineering, project management, commercial, logistics, and corporate enabling services). We are located in Canberra, Penrith, Amberley, Melbourne and Stirling, and our focus is to acquire and sustain guided weapons and munitions for the Australian Defence Force.GWEO Group is dedicated to providing our staff with a manageable work-life balance, and we support flexible working arrangements. We will also invest in your training and development to ensure your time with us is deeply rewarding, both personally and professionally. We are committed to achieving a workplace culture that is inclusive and diverse; one that directly reflects the needs and scope of Defence’s varied operational requirements.GWEO partners with domestic and international industry to deliver materiel capability to Defence, managing a multi-billion dollar portfolio of complex, high-profile acquisitions and sustainment activities to support the ADF.Our people are capable, innovative, committed and diverse. We support an inclusive culture that emphasises respect and collaboration.Our Ideal Candidate
The Technical Drawing Office is seeking experienced Technical Data Officer (Draftsman) to join our team who:

• Can demonstrate superior analytical skills, with motivation to be innovative, and to challenge traditional ways of conducting business
• Have an ability to work collaboratively within an integrated team to achieve results in an inclusive manner
• Have exemplary communication skills, with an ability to confidently influence and engage with stakeholders with diverse backgrounds and seniority
• Are passionate about ongoing self-improvement, and professional development
• Have an ability to support complex engineering technical drawing activities, whilst maintaining integrity, and fostering a positive team culture.

If you are someone who:

• Enjoys supporting challenging and complex technical drawing activities, and
• Is creative, pragmatic and solutions focused
• Then this is the role for you!