Project Support Officer

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KBR in Australia

With over 65 years working on some of Australia's largest and most complex projects, KBR has unmatched experience supporting the nation's critical infrastructure, energy transition and national security priorities. KBR has around 2,000 employees throughout Australia, who are focused on delivering innovative technology and engineering solutions for a safer, more secure and sustainable future.

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Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Support Officer to join our team in Canberra. In this role, you will provide essential support to the Project Manager, Project Executive, and wider project team to ensure effective delivery of project outcomes. You will play a key part in coordinating documentation, correspondence, and reporting, while supporting the smooth operation of project governance and stakeholder engagement activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide support to the Project Executive and project leadership team.

• Contribute to project reporting processes and ensure accurate, timely updates.

• Prepare and draft correspondence, briefs, and reports for internal and external stakeholders.

• Support the preparation, maintenance, and management of project documentation.

• Maintain data and records within the Objective File Management System.

• Organise, participate in, and record outcomes of project meetings, including Integrated Project Working Groups, stakeholder meetings, and risk meetings.

• Manage project correspondence including register updates and mailbox coordination.

• Work collaboratively with team members, Defence stakeholders, and contractors to build effective relationships.

• Undertake training, workshops, and additional project tasks as directed.

About You
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• High competence in using Microsoft Office applications.

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to prepare high-quality written documentation.

• The ability to work collaboratively within a high-performing project team and with Defence stakeholders.

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities aligned to project objectives.

Essential Requirements

• Experience contributing to successful project outcomes within complex environments.

• Proven ability to build trusted relationships with team members, customers, and partners.

• Experience in preparing briefs, complex correspondence, and reports including committee submissions.

• Must hold a current Australian Government Security Clearance at NV1 level or higher.

Desirable

• Recognised project management qualification (e.g. AIPM).

• Knowledge of the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK), Defence project management methodology (PMMv2), or equivalent frameworks.

All candidates will be required to hold and maintain an active NV1 Defence Security Clearance. Only candidates holding a NV1 Clearance or above should apply.

What we will offer you:

· A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work

· Flexible working

· Competitive salary (including annual reviews)

· Paid parental leave

· Income protection

· Corporate rewards

· Salary packaging/Novated leasing

· Employee stock purchase plans

· Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance

· Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways

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