El 1 - Caf 39 Product Lead

• E L 1 - $115,899 - $130,733 (plus Super and 10% BDCP)
• Melbourne CBD - VIC

The Role
We are seeking an experienced Contract Manager to fulfil the CAF 39 Product Lead position within the Aviation Support Program (ASP) of the Air Training and Aviation Commons System Program Office (ATACSPO). The position requires excellent interpersonal, negotiation, commercial, procurement and financial management skills.As the CAF 39 Product Lead, you will be adept at managing the supplier relationship with industry Contractors and stakeholder requirements with respect to the effective acquisition and sustainment of a range of CAF 39 platform contracts.Working with a team of contracting, procurement and technical professionals, you will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of contracted services and sustainment activities in support of the following platforms; Powered Aircraft Capability (PAC) Training Aircraft, Cadet Branch Gliders and Drones, RAAF Balloon and RAAF Museum Aircraft, Specified Training Services and Flight Recording and Locating Equipment (FR&LE).The additional payment is a Building Defence Capability Payment (BDCP) which enables Defence to provide a premium, in addition to the rate of salary otherwise payable under the Enterprise Agreement (EA) to some or all of the jobs within a critical occupation(s) or discipline within a workplace.Applicants engaged into a BDCP position must consider the following. BDCPs provide remuneration in addition to the Defence Enterprise Agreement (EA). This arrangement is subject to meeting eligibility criteria and is subject to annual review. Should your performance fall beyond requirements or the eligibility criteria not be met, your eligibility for the BDCP may be reviewed and ceased.It may also be ceased should you change positions or the requirement for the BDCP is no longer necessary, as determined by Defence. Should the BDCP be ceased you will be advised and your BDCP additional payment will cease.About our Team
Group (CASG), ATACSPO delivers Pilot Training, Ground Support Equipment (GSE) assets and Test and Measurement equipment (T&ME) assets in support of Defence Capability and Operations.ATACSPO is located in Regional Victoria at the RAAF Base East Sale with an office also located within the Melbourne CBD.You will enjoy working in a complex, fast-paced environment as part of a diverse and inclusive team that encompasses a variety of knowledge, skills and experience with a supportive strategic Executive Team. ATACSPO supports career development through a comprehensive professional development program, encouraging employees to build both leadership and technical skills and harnesses continuous improvement ideas and innovations. The position offers an attractive remuneration package, including generous employer superannuation contributions, leave benefits and flexible working arrangements.Within this position you will gain a solid appreciation for how Air Force generates capability in a fully contractor sustained environment, while establishing key stakeholder relationships. You will also have influence over future sustainment directions via the interfaces you develop within ATACSPO and Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group (CASG).Our Ideal Candidate
The position requires a highly motivated individual with excellent communication and negotiation skills, attention to detail, and ability to work effectively and collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders.The successful candidate will have significant contract management experience and a strong understanding of/experience in; procurement and finance. Candidates will require a strong ability to resolve competing priorities, manage resource dependencies and work with senior leaders to deliver strategic outcomes. You will be experienced in working with multi discipline teams and maintaining constructive cross team communication as well as having the ability to manage a high workload with minimal supervision.If you enjoy a challenge and hard work, are high performing and able to work independently and can lead and develop a team to achieve outcomes, this is a job for you!