APS5 Costing Officer

As one of the Australia’s largest providers of human resources solutions, Chandler Macleod has a proven track record of unleashing potential in people and companies. For over 40 years Chandler Macleod’s recruitment business has connected leading-edge projects and employers with outstanding business professionals. Our client is seeking to engage an APS5 Costing Officer.Section 26 transfers preferred but non ongoing will be considered (6-12 months). About the role: The Costing Directorate will provide cost estimation support in the continued development (in conjunction with our UK & US partners) of a Whole of Program & Whole of Life costing for the acquisition, sustainment, and disposal of nuclear-powered submarines, including:Operate and update the Agency’s Cost model (potentially joint and / or tri-lateral models, if required).Support the divisions and branches in costing. Provide strategic advice and contestability on the planned activities, cost and schedule estimates provided by the Agency’s Divisions and Branches. Provide reliable, reasonable and timely cost estimate input into Agency Government submissions, eg Cabinet Submissions.Liaise with Internal and External stakeholders in relation to submissions and supporting cost estimates. Assure and manage project programming adjustments at each budget updateExtract, compile and assure relevant program cost estimates and financial information from the cost models and corporate financial systems in preparation for Senate Estimates Briefs. Promote better costing practices that align with Department’s Cost Estimate Standards across Agency divisions and branches through consultations.Provide Cost Recovery Policy. Security Requirements:The minimum-security requirement is a NV1. If you feel you are a suitable candidate submit your application by hitting “Apply for this job”.Alternatively, you can call Fiona Bell on 02 6268 9*** or email **********@chandlermacleod.com for further discussion. Click here to view more detail / apply for APS5 Costing Officer