Aps 4 - Explosive Ordnance Technician - Plant

4 months ago


Port Wakefield, Australia Australian Government Department of Defence Full time

$71,207 - $77,739 (plus Super)
- Port Wakefield - SA

**The Role**
Joint Proof & Experimental Unit (JPEU) is an integral part of Explosive Ordnance Branch, Joint Logistics Command and is tasked to provide dynamic, static and environmental test and evaluation services to the Australian Defence Organisation.

The successful applicant will be required to operate heavy vehicles and plant equipment including cranes, excavators, rollers and front end loaders, undertake minor maintenance of equipment. We are looking for a motivated individual who possesses good communication, interpersonal skills, is a team player and has a strong drive and commitment to achieving organisational goals.

**About our Team**
P&EE Port Wakefield team carryout Test and Evaluation activities for a diverse range of different calibre weapons and explosive ordnance. They capture performance data of the munitions and provide that information on behalf of Defence. The Range Services Team is critical in this process as they provide the necessary infrastructure and resources for the set up and conduct of test and evaluation activities through static weapon mounted munitions, mobile weapon platforms and ballistic protections trials.

The broader teams utilise systems such as ballistic tracking radar, high speed video cameras and associated equipment to track the projectiles, or capture data when explosive ordnance is dynamically fired or statically tested.

They will have good written communication skills and be able to interpret and comply with written instructions. Work within a Quality Management System and able to comply with Work Health Safety Act and Regulations. They will be able work under limited direction or independently as required.

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