APS 6 - Project Manager JP9101

Australian Department of Defence; Canberra; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BDCP allowance

Superannuation top-up

Job summary

The Australian Department of Defence – Campbell ACT is seeking a Project Manager to lead the JP9101 Phase 01 program within SHFC. You will plan, coordinate, and deliver complex project outcomes in line with Defence governance, policies and standards.

You will manage schedule, risk, budget, and resources, prepare briefings and reports, and ensure regulatory compliance. A security clearance eligibility and strong stakeholder engagement are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in project management within Defence or complex technical environments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and interpret policy.
• Sound financial administration skills including budget management and reporting.
• Eligibility for a security clearance and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing schedule, risk, budget, and resources.
• Preparing briefings, submissions, and reports.
• Ensuring compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements.
• Engage stakeholders and manage complex project activities across the lifecycle.
• Contribute to strategic planning and develop strategies to achieve objectives.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Governance

Job description

Australian Department of Defence – Campbell ACT

1d ago , from Australian Department of Defence

• $99,733 - $112,431 + 10% BDCP + up to 15.4% Superannuation
• Campbell Park - ACT

The Role

As a Project Manager within the Strategic High-Frequency Communications (SHFC) program, and Joint Project 09101 Phase 01 (JP9101) you will manage complex project activities across the capability lifecycle. You will be accountable for planning, coordinating, and delivering project outcomes in accordance with Defence governance frameworks, policies, and standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing schedule, risk, budget, and resources;
• Preparing briefings, submissions, and reports;
• And ensuring compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements.

• $99,733 - $112,431 + 10% BDCP + up to 15.4% Superannuation
• Campbell Park - ACT

The Role

As a Project Manager within the Strategic High-Frequency Communications (SHFC) program, and Joint Project 09101 Phase 01 (JP9101) you will manage complex project activities across the capability lifecycle. You will be accountable for planning, coordinating, and delivering project outcomes in accordance with Defence governance frameworks, policies, and standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing schedule, risk, budget, and resources;
• Preparing briefings, submissions, and reports;
• And ensuring compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements.

This role requires strong stakeholder engagement skills, the ability to communicate with influence, and sound judgement in applying project management methodologies. You will contribute to strategic planning, resolve issues through analysis of alternatives, and develop strategies to achieve project objectives.

This role is eligible for an additional remuneration benefit known in Defence as a Building Defence Capability Payment (BDCP). This enables Defence to provide a premium, in addition to the base salary otherwise payable under the Defence Enterprise Collective Agreement (DECA), for positions in occupational disciplines/classifications that are critical to Defence capability. For further information, please contact the contact officer.

About our Team

The Strategic High-Frequency Communications (SHFC) Team delivers critical communications capabilities to the Australian Defence Force (ADF), combining procurement, sustainment, and innovation to support operational readiness. The team operates collaboratively across Defence and industry, ensuring alignment with the Capability Manager’s objectives and broader organisational goals.

With a focus on achieving outcomes specified in Materiel Agreements, the team ensures delivery within defined budgets, schedules, and performance standards. Employing best practice project management and governance frameworks, the SHFC Team prioritises efficiency, effectiveness, and value for money while meeting contractual and policy obligations.

The team fosters a culture of communication and collaboration, integrating expertise across technical, operational, and strategic domains. By maintaining strong partnerships with Defence customers, Capability Acquisition & Sustainment Group (CASG) elements, and industry stakeholders, the SHFC Team ensures seamless delivery of enhanced HF capabilities that meet Defence requirements, support mission success, and drive continuous improvement.

Our Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate has experience in project management within Defence or complex technical environments. You should demonstrate the ability to manage multiple priorities, interpret policy, and lead project activities to achieve defined outcomes. Attributes such as initiative, analytical thinking, and effective stakeholder engagement are essential.

Experience in project planning, risk management, and governance frameworks will be highly regarded. Sound financial administration skills, including experience supporting budget management, expenditure tracking and financial reporting activities. Eligibility for a security clearance and strong communication skills are critical to success in this role.