Principal Category Officer [Radio Communications] - SES Fleet and Equipment

Your part in the ongoing success of our department, in supporting frontline services will see you responsible for a variety of work, including, but not limited to:

• Lead and manage the development and implementation of Radio Communications equipment and new technologies to support integrated and interoperable communications strategies that achieve high-level performance and continuous improvement.
• Develop, implement, and maintain plans, based on research and analysis, that drive value for money, encourage opportunity for innovation and meet service delivery requirements.
• Undertake research and analysis of network usage, emerging technologies, operational objectives, and communications best-practice in the development of communications strategies and to guide evidence-based investment decisions. 
• Manage sourcing initiatives including contracts, negotiations, and performance reviews of suppliers, ensuring governance processes are in line with contract terms and conditions.
• Liaise, consult, and negotiate with key stakeholders, clients, and vendors to ensure appropriate solutions and procurement are responsive to current and future needs for the delivery and monitoring of agreed outcomes. 
• Provide professional and technical advice to stakeholders and senior management on all aspects within the operational Radio Communications category to ensure effective decision-making.
• Prepare, evaluate, and review high-level correspondence, reports, submissions, and communication on a range of complex and confidential issues and opportunities in accordance with departmental requirements. 
• Represent and promote the interests of SES operational communications at internal and external meetings and forums and negotiate agreed outcomes as required.