Aps 4 - Operations Support Officer

$73,343 - $80,071 (plus Super)
- Williamtown - NSW

**The Role**
Air Warfare Systems Program Office (AWSPO) are leaders of collaborative and innovative Enterprises, optimised to deliver evolving air warfare capability outcomes. We provide responsive acquisition and sustainment delivery that equips and sustains our capability managers for National Defence. AWSPO understands that our people are our greatest asset, and we are committed to providing a fulfilling and rewarding experience at work.

The Operations Support Officer will be part of a small team of Administration Officers providing general business support such as Executive calendar management, task coordination, office procurement & associated budget management, travel coordination and provide advice to staff within the organisation on operations processes and procedures.

An APS 4 Administration Officer performs administrative work within an integrated workforce. You need to develop and maintain an understanding of and compliance to relevant legislative frameworks, government decision-making and Defence’s mission and policy requirements.

As an APS 4 Administration Officer you will organise your workflow and make decisions relating to your area of responsibility. You will interpret and provide advice within the administrative function based on legislation, policy and procedures. You will also undertake research and analysis conduct, reviews and perform procedural and clerical support work to achieve results.

As an APS 4 Administration Officer you will contribute to the work of a team consistent with a work plan. You will engage and communicate with stakeholders to identify, respond and provide advice on issues to achieve work unit and Defence outcomes. You will contribute towards ongoing self-improvement and professional development.

**About our Team**
Air Warfare Systems Program Office (AWSPO) is an integrated work environment located at RAAF Base Williamtown in the beautiful Port Stephens region of NSW. You will have access to beaches and the local lakes and rivers. Take a short drive to the Barrington Top Mountains for hiking and the Hunter Valley for vineyards and entertainment venues. Explore the beautiful city of Newcastle with its countless wonderful cafés and restaurants.

As our people are our greatest asset, you can be assured you will be supported to innovate, create value, and proudly play a meaningful role, finding your sense of purpose. We offer a flexible, engaging and supportive setting that focuses on development and support of its employees. Grow your career in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Within Aerospace Systems Division, AWSPO leads and manages a portfolio of projects and products in support of Air Force capability. This includes the management of acquisition projects in various phases of the capability life cycle including the AIR5438 Phase 2 Lead-In Fighter Capability Upgrade program.

AWSPO, in partnership with industry, also manage three sustainment products: the 127 Hawk Lead-In Fighter, which supports air combat operations through aircraft and off-aircraft systems, delivering aircrew introductory fighter training; Advanced Training and Test Environment (ATTE), which improves Air Force lethality and survivability through the delivery of a threat representative training environment; and the Combat Control Capability Program, which supports combat control operations through the coordination, provisioning and sustainment of combat equipment.

Employees can access flexible working arrangements to support work life balance and an attractive remuneration package with a generous superannuation contribution of 15.4%.
- Demonstrated ability to be an effective team member;
- Demonstrated highly effective interpersonal written and oral communication skills, including strong emotional intelligence, resilience and adaptability;
- Demonstrated ability to problem solve, create solutions, influence, negotiate and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels;
- The ability to respond flexibly to changing situations, including using sound judgement under pressure, to ensure the success of key deliverables;
- The ability to understand the ‘big picture’ to identify any emerging opportunities or threats in relation to your program of work;
- Administration experience and/or the ability to develop and interpret administrative documentation under limited direction.