Project Support Officer

3 days ago

Canberra n Capital Territory, Australia Downer Professional Services Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Join our Downer Professional Services team and play a key role in delivering complex defence and national security projects that safeguard Australia's future.

Downer Professional Services is comprised of two business units, our Technical, Advisory, and Capability consulting practice and Team Downer, a major service partner to Defence. Together, we are a multi-disciplinary advisory and delivery partner of choice for our clients in Defence and National Security.

We currently have an opportunity for a Project Support Officer in Canberra to work on a Submarine project.

What You'll Do

This role offers a broad scope, with key responsibilities including:

  • Provide strategic schedule reporting and analysis for the Technical Division.
  • Coordinate and maintain supporting schedule documentation
  • Support governance reporting through weekly status updates, financial tracking, and milestone progress.
  • Maintain and monitor project registers (risks, issues, actions), contributing to risk mitigation planning and resolution.
  • Conduct regular schedule health checks and impact analysis on the Technical Capability schedule.

What You'll Bring

  • Proven ability to manage detailed project schedules, resource plans, and reporting tools to support milestone delivery.
  • Strong coordination skills across workforce planning, task tracking, and issue resolution in dynamic environments.
  • Experience maintaining project registers and supporting risk mitigation strategies to ensure delivery continuity.
  • Effective stakeholder engagement and communication across internal teams and external partners.
  • Familiarity with Defence or infrastructure programs, with proficiency in MS Project, Excel, and governance reporting.

Due to the nature of the work, you are required to currently hold and maintain a minimum
Negative Vetting 1
or higher Security clearance as required by the Commonwealth. In some instances, compliance with
International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
requirements may also be an inherent requirement.

More than anything, you'll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.

Why Downer Professional Services

At Downer Professional Services, we're not just a workplace - we're a business dedicated to contributing to the shaping of the future of defence in Australia. As the country's only sovereign prime, we're committed to making a real difference in protecting Australia's interests.

What is means to belong at Downer Professional Services

  • Meaningful work:
    Help to deliver critical Defence projects that protect Australia and shape its future.
  • Professional development:
    Access career mapping, accelerated learning programs, and shared learning through our Communities of Practice.
  • Great perks:
    Enjoy discounts on healthcare, retail, vehicles, and more through .
  • Veteran support
    : Benefit from initiatives like up to 20 days of Reservist Leave to stay connected post-service.

Downer Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including First Nations people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.

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