Operational Test Systems Manager

1 week ago


Port Wakefield, South Australia Australian Government Department of Defence Full time

The Australian Government Department of Defence is seeking a skilled Operational Test Systems Manager to join our team at Port Wakefield.

About the Role

This role involves collaboration with the Operations Manager and Range Trials Officers to enhance test capabilities, design test equipment, and interpret test standards.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement operational practices and procedures to ensure efficient test operations;
  • Oversee the management of all resources essential for proof and environmental testing;
  • Provide technical operational advice to internal and external stakeholders on test design and delivery;
  • Aid in the development of techniques, procedures, and methodologies for proof and environmental testing, including trial procedures and plans for complex tests;
  • Contribute to the reporting and sustainability of projects, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results;
  • Prepare and deliver operational briefs, technical reports, submissions, and presentations as required to stakeholders;
  • Conduct audits and oversee employee training to ensure compliance with procedures and practices, promoting a culture of excellence and quality assurance;
  • Lead staff meetings to address operational issues and explain procedural changes, fostering open communication and teamwork.
About Our Team

The Joint Proof and Experimental Unit (JPEU) Test Technical Officers work within the Joint Proof and Experimental Headquarters in support of guided weapon and explosive ordnance (GWEO) test. They support the Operations, Engineering, and Capability Teams covering a wide array of activities, including test equipment and specification design, investigating explosives ordnance failure modes, and creating test system delivery.

The Teams play a crucial role in supporting all operational activities within the three Test Units, working closely together to achieve organisational goals and objectives.

What We Offer

Employment at Port Wakefield includes a Special Defence Locality Assistance allowance of $309.85 per fortnight.

About You

We are looking for someone with strong technical, communication, and interpersonal skills, who is committed to achieving organisational goals and objectives. The ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience in operations and project management, technical design and delivery, covering a wide range of explosive test systems, including weapons, targets, and support systems.

A knowledge of test design, explosive ordnance systems, and measurement practices would be beneficial. The ideal candidate can adapt their current skill sets to the explosive ordnance test domain, taking the initiative to achieve quality operational and test outcomes, focusing on supporting management of the operations and engineering system.

The successful candidate will be proficient in the use of a wide range of tools to aid in carrying out their work, such as Microsoft Office tools, modelling applications, and other IT systems.

The estimated annual salary for this position is around $83,000 - $110,000, depending on your level of experience and qualifications.



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