Description : APS 5 - Administration Officer. Company : Australian Government Department of Defence. Location : Remote in Garden Island NSW+3 locations
- $78,143 - $83,700 (plus Super)
- Garden Island - NSW
The Role
The APS5 Administration Officer will be required to engage and communicate with stakeholders to identify, respond and provide advice on issues to achieve work unit and Defence outcomes. They will be accountable to contribute towards ongoing self-improvement and professional development.
An APS5 Administration Officer will be accountable for organising their workflow and making independent decisions relating to their area of responsibility. They will interpret and provide advice within the administration function based on legislation, policy and procedures. They will undertake specialist research and analysis, conduct reviews, assessments and perform procedural, clerical, administrative support work to achieve results.
About our Team
With a waterfront and office-based presence in Canberra, Sydney, Perth, Darwin, and Cairns, Maritime Systems Division is responsible for the sustainment of the Royal Australian Navy’s surface fleet. Reporting to the Chief of Staff, the team in the Office of Head Maritime Systems consists of Australian Public Service and Australian Defence Force professionals responsible for supporting the Division Head in the discharge of their duties through superior levels of administrative and secretariat support.
In addition to being involved in building Australia’s future naval fleet, at the Office of Head Maritime Systems you will also have access to generous and attractive working conditions as an Australian Public Servant in Defence. Working for Defence will support you in balancing work life with family and other priorities. You can access a variety of flexible working arrangements, occasionally working from home and working hours that aren’t always nine to five. Information on Defence employees’ working conditions, including an attractive remuneration package that may respond to industry variations and a generous superannuation contribution (15.4%), can be sourced from the Defence Enterprise Agreement.
Our Ideal Candidate
Our ideal candidate has passion and is always looking for better ways to do business. They are constantly seeking out new opportunities and challenges, and are committed to continuous learning and personal growth. Our ideal candidate is also a strategic thinker who can look at the big picture while still paying attention to the details. They are effective communicators who can build and maintain strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholders. Finally, our ideal candidate is driven by a strong sense of purpose and a mission to make a positive impact in the workplace.
