Project Manager

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. As part of the Maritime Integrated Warfare Systems Branch in NSSG, the Hunter Class Frigate Combat System (HCF CS) program is responsible for delivering an integrated combat system and support system to the broader SEA 5000 Hunter Class Frigate project. As the Project Manager in the HCF CS program, you will be responsible for managing and coordinating project management functions across the HCF CS program to ensure successful delivery into the SEA5000 project.

This position reports to the HCF CS Project Director and manages and coordinates the Project Management Office (PMO), programmatic risks, scheduling, project planning, CDRL management, support to government submissions, multiple interdependent projects, primary point of contact for the PMO and liaise with other internal key stakeholders for scope, risk, scheduling and finance to ensure alignment across multiple projects.

The role requires experience in working with complex systems, strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team of engineers, technicians, and project personnel to achieve outcomes to deadlines.

This role is eligible for an additional remuneration benefit known in Defence as a Building Defence Capability Payment (BDCP). This enables Defence to provide a premium, in addition to the base salary otherwise payable under the Defence Enterprise Collective Agreement (DECA), for positions in occupational disciplines/classifications that are critical to Defence capability. For further information, please contact the contact officer.

This role has been identified as requiring access to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) controlled technologies. The ITAR is United States (US) law that controls the manufacture, sale, use and access of defence and military end-use articles on the United States Munitions List. It is the policy of the US to deny exports of ITAR controlled technologies to proscribed countries. This may also apply to access by persons who hold or have held a citizenship, or current permanent residency, of said countries. Defence utilises workforce mechanisms to mitigate these restrictions, which will require applicants provide details of all current citizenships and permanent residencies, as well as previously held citizenships. Defence collects citizenship details to confirm an applicant's eligibility for the role and to maintain compliance with international obligations.

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.

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 in a positive, collaborative and supportive workplace culture. For us it is all about teamwork and we want people who want to be a part of the culture we have 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, 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.

Application Closing Date: Monday 22 September, 2025

For further information please review the job information pack, reference NSSG/06986/25 on https://defencecareers.nga.net.au/?jati=7C06509C-C7E7-B61F-E4A7-E41E222131B1