The acquisition of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines is an historic and transformative endeavour for Australia. The whole-of-nation effort to safely and securely deliver the cutting edge nuclear-powered submarine program will transform Australia’s economic and national security landscape for decades to come.
The Assistant Project Manager roles are highly varied and contribute to assisting in leading and developing high performing teams to deliver a range of objectives for the Australian Submarine Agency. On a daily basis, your team’s work could range from translating policy into programs to deliver industry skills, planning and implementing programs to enable the development of new capability, or developing domestic or overseas infrastructure.
Your support as an APS 6 Assistant Project Manager will actively contribute to the whole of nation effort to safely and securely deliver the cutting edge nuclear powered submarine program, which will transform Australia’s economic and national security landscape for the future.
The duties of an APS 6 Project Manager occupation in Defence include the following (note : not all duties are required to be performed during a 12 month performance cycle) :
Some positions may incur an additional payment of a Building Capability Payment (BCP) which enables Defence to provide a premium, in addition to the rate of salary otherwise payable under the Enterprise Agreement (EA) to some or all of the jobs within a critical occupation(s) or discipline within a workplace. Applicants engaged into a BCP position must consider the following. BCPs provide remuneration in addition to the Defence Enterprise Agreement (EA).
This arrangement is subject to meeting eligibility criteria and is subject to annual review. Should your performance fall beyond requirements or the eligibility criteria not be met, your eligibility for the BCP may be reviewed and ceased. It may also be ceased should you change positions or the requirement for the BCP is no longer necessary, as determined by Defence. Should the BCP be ceased you will be advised and your BCP additional payment will cease.
About our Team
Our people are capable, committed and diverse. We support an inclusive culture that emphasises respect and collaboration and prioritises safety and security. Our greatest asset is our people.
Within the Project Management function, an APS 6 Assistant Project Manager is accountable under broad direction to perform and achieve complex to very complex project management work within an integrated workforce.
They will be responsible for assisting in leading and managing a range of project activities, including coordination of project inputs in accordance with organisational practices to achieve outcomes. They will require an in-depth knowledge of and compliance with legislative frameworks, government decision-making and ASA’s mission and policy requirements.
We offer flexible working arrangements and a range of formal and informal professional development opportunities.
Our Ideal Candidate
We are a dynamic organisation seeking employees who are agile, innovative and energised by high-paced work. We are seeking highly motivated and collaborative minded people who will have the opportunity to contribute to a once in a lifetime program.
Our ideal candidates will be able to bring or further develop the following attributes and skills to the role :
Application Closing Date : Sunday 13 July 2025
For further information please review the job information pack, reference ASA / 05247 / 25 on https : / / defencecareers.nga.net.au / ?jati=6BF9401E-A6C5-1BE3-D9C3-E3EFCE002299
Seniority level
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Job function
Project Management
Industries
Government Administration
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