Administrative Project Coordinator for Defence Program Management

5 days ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia Leidos Full time

Leidos is a leading technology, engineering, and science solutions provider, delivering vital missions for government and commercial customers worldwide.

The company has been a trusted partner to the Australian Government, including the Department of Defence, for over 25 years, having successfully delivered complex software and systems integration projects in Australia.

We are currently seeking an experienced Administrative Project Coordinator to support a multi-year Defence program that aims to deliver an enterprise Health Knowledge Management System, enabling better clinical decision-making for the Australian Defence Force (ADF).

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintaining project registers and assisting with collation of project reports
  • Managing project inbox and calendar, booking project meetings, and assisting with events
  • Preparing meeting minutes and assisting with document formatting and submissions
  • Assisting with maintenance templates, review procedures, and registers within SharePoint
  • Processing on- and offboarding of project staff
  • Providing support for office management and events

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will have experience in an administrative role, preferably within the federal government or defence sector. A high attention to detail and accuracy is essential, as you will be managing project data.

You will demonstrate a can-do attitude with the ability to develop new skills and take on new responsibilities. The following experience would be valued: experience in project administration or coordination, IT/defence experience, and knowledge of computer software packages, including Microsoft Office and SharePoint.

Due to the nature of the work, this role requires applicants to be Australian Citizens with a Baseline clearance and the ability to obtain NV1.

What We Offer:

At Leidos, you'll enjoy a competitive salary of around $80,000 - $100,000 per year, depending on your experience. You'll also have access to flexible work practices, discounted health insurance, novated leasing, and more. Foster your career through complete access to learning and development opportunities, and mentoring programs. We have a strong track record of internal promotion and career transitions.

We embrace diversity and are committed to creating a truly inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, veterans, neurodiverse people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.



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