Aps 4 - Trials Support Officer

2 weeks ago


Port Wakefield, Australia Australian Government Full time

$76,277 - $83,274 + up to 15.4% Superannuation
- Port Wakefield - SA

**The Role**
JPEU is seeking a motivated individual to join the team at the Environmental Test Facility (ETF) at Proof Experimental Establishment (P&EE) Port Wakefield. This position supports the ETF with the efficient organisation, management and operation of trials. Key duties include trials administration and operation management, records management, security officer functions and sub-unit administration. This position may require after-hours availability and flexibility in working hours to accommodate trials and emergencies.

The role will:

- Serve as a primary POC for the ETF, liaising with contractors, stakeholders and external agencies
- Coordinate ETF administration and trials functions
- Manage ETF communications, including radio communications and notifications to relevant parties as required
- Provide administrative support to ETF staff and management
- Assist in the creation and maintenance of corporate task documentation and administration
- Ensure all documentation for trials and range tasks is accurate, signed, and stored correctly
- Effectively coordinate maintenance schedules in alignment with work requirements.

**About our Team**
The ETF conducts non-destructive test and evaluation trials on platforms explosives, munitions and other equipment across a range of environmental specialties. These specialties include climatic (simulated weather), radiographic (x-ray) and shock and vibration (shake and rattle). The ETF supports guided weapon and explosive ordnance (GWEO) test and evaluation activities. The ETF has capabilities enabling the climatic, non-destructive, vibration and mechanical testing of items, and other elements for artificial aging of Defence explosive ordnance. The JPEU Engineering team also provide direct support to the ETF. ETF personnel work in small teams to deliver quality outcomes for Defence and its customers. The team works with exciting technology that aids in the provision of test outcomes, such as state of the art conditioning chambers (heating / cooling), vibration shakers and radiographic capabilities. Employment at Port Wakefield includes a Special Defence Locality Assistance allowance, $309.85 respectively per fortnight.
- High-level organisational skills, self-drive and initiative
- Strong time management, prioritisation and critical thinking skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Desire to actively participate in team work and unit activities
- The right person for this role will show the flexibility to respond to the changing context and shifting priorities of ETF in order to achieve trials outcomes.



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