Manager

Executive Level 2 Lower, Ongoing

• 125,428 - $140,871 per annum, plus an additional 15.4% Superannuation
• Canberra

The MDO-HQJOC role is within Defence Weather Services (DWS) in the National Security and Space Program - the primary provider of environmental intelligence to national security agencies and the space sector. The position leads the operational service delivery supporting HQJOC and the Bureau's spaceflight operations. This includes the provision of terrestrial and space weather forecasts, real-time observations, climatological data and oceanographic data and services, meteorological training, professional advice to assist decision-making and planning and direct support to operations and activities.

The role reports to the National Manager National Security and Space Operations and will work closely with both the Manager Defence Operations - Military Aviation (MDO-MA), the Manager Training and Capability (MTC), the Defence Engagement Lead, and the Space Engagement Lead to ensure the delivery of efficient and effective domestic and international meteorology and spaceflight services to the ADF. The occupant will contribute to the provision of policy and planning advice to the National Security and Space Program.

The occupant will be specifically responsible for personnel and 24 / 7 operations within the Meteorological Intelligence Support Team (MIST) located at HQJOC in Bungendore, 30km from Canberra. Weekly presence on site within HQJOC's classified environment is essential and will be required to build partnerships and communicate effectively with the ADF senior intelligence and planning officer community. In addition, the successful applicant will be responsible for the Bureau's newly established Spaceflight Meteorological Service to ensure safe and successful launch, release and retrieval of launch vehicles and payloads - located at the Treasury Building in Canberra. The role should have a focus on identifying the meteorological advice needed and be confident to step forward and provide this advice to shape operations for success. Some out-of-hours work may be required to support severe events.

Excellent stakeholder engagement skills will enable you to work closely with staff and Defence to develop and deliver tailored service offerings. You will also manage various operational projects, human resourcing, and the professional development requirements of the team.

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