Project Support Officer

QinetiQ is a global defence and security company and employs more than 8500 people in more than 50 locations around the world. We offer our customers premier expertise in advice, services and creative technology-based products and help solve some of their most challenging problems.
Our determination to deliver and improve today and anticipate and shape tomorrow, makes QinetiQ a very exciting, rewarding and respected place to work and learn. Globally QinetiQ has four Sectors, one of which is the ‘Australia Sector’’. The Australia Sector has more than 1,200 employees operating across four countries, namely Australia, Canada, Germany and the United Kingdom.
Project Support Officer
Multiple opportunities available to join our Major Service Provider (MSP) business, based in Melbourne within Project Support and Management roles. You will have strong communication skills and a passion for learning and will be given the opportunity to train and develop your skillsets with experienced mentors to transition into this role within the Defence Force sector.
As a PSO, your responsibilities will include but not limited to:
Preparation of correspondence, briefings, submissions, reports and returns
Coordination and scheduling of project activities
Working closely with external stakeholders to minimise impact to the project delivery schedule
Technical, operational, professional and administrative activities
Procedures, practices and project management methodologies
Analysis of project performance against agreed plans and project outcomes
Analysis of project plans and artefacts to ensure compliance with legislative, policy and regulatory frameworks
To be successful in the position of PSO, you will need to bring with you:
Previous experience in a project environment
Relevant qualifications in Project Management or related discipline
The ability to build strong working relationships with a range of stakeholders and effective communication skills
A passion for learning and the ability to prioritise and multi-task while working independently or in a team
Strong attention to detail along with demonstrated planning and organisational skills
Due to the nature of these roles, applicants must be eligible for Australian Defence security clearance.
MSP
Our MSP (Major Service Provider) Division, is part of a consortium of independent, technical partners, which include Nova Systems and PwC; supported by a range of specialist SMEs. We share and support Defence’s commitment to growing and improving Australia’s military capability. We do this by delivering large, long term, integrated work packages across the Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group (CASG).
In doing so we work closely with both uniformed and public service staff to help plan the acquisition and support of advanced military systems and equipment through the provision of rigorous analysis, advice and assurance; we relish solving the unique and challenging problems this work entails.
By joining us you could be working on any of the following work packages; Communication Systems Branch, Explosive Materiel Branch (EMB), Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Electronic Warfare Branch (ISREW), Aerospace Surveillance and Response Branch (ASR), Air Training and Aviation Common System Program Office (ATACSPO), Land Services Division (LSD).
Life at QinetiQ
Our people and our culture make QinetiQ a great place to work, we value integrity, collaboration and performance.
QinetiQ is a Workplace Gender Equality Agency Employer of Choice, Work180 Endorsed Employer for Women and past winner of the Defence Teaming Centre Employer of Choice Awards.
We look after our people are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent in the market. We celebrate our differences and incorporate diversity and inclusion into everything we do. Our salary and benefits package is designed to make sure we support our diverse group of employees through the different stages of their life and careers.
**Some of our benefits include**:
Annual professional development allocation and study leave
Flexible working options that suit you
Leave purchase scheme to balance what’s important to you
Loyalty leave, earn extra days of annual leave up to an additional 10 days per year
Performance bonus awards for individual and company success
Salary continuance Insurance, protecting you financially during times of ill health
Cultural or Religious day of significance leave to observe days of significance to you
Up to 18 weeks paid parental leave with no minimum qualifying period
Dress for your day, no formal dress code just wear what feels good and suits your day
Give back with an annual volunteering day
Save money with our travel club and discounted health insurance options
Be supported with employee assistance services and family violence leave
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