Project Support Officer - LC4S

KBR; Canberra; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Place To Work

Competitive salary

Paid parental leave

Income protection

Salary packaging

Career development

Job summary

KBR in Australia is seeking a highly motivated Project Support Officer to join the LAND 4140 Battle Management System program. You will support the Integration Project Manager across governance, scheduling, and reporting to drive delivery for Defence capability projects.

Ideal candidates bring Defence/Gov experience, strong communication and analytical skills, and familiarity with PMO delivery and MS Project. NV1+ clearance is required to work on this program.

Qualifications

• Experience in complex Defence or Government environments.
• Ability to prepare high-quality reports and briefing materials.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining quality outcomes.
• Familiarity with PMBoK, PRINCE2, Agile or similar frameworks.
• Knowledge of Defence acquisition frameworks and lifecycle.
• Active NV1 Defence Security Clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare presentations, reports, briefs, and executive submissions.
• Develop and maintain project schedules using MS Project.
• Assist governance activities and board reporting.
• Establish business processes to support delivery and decision-making.
• Collaborate with Defence stakeholders, suppliers, and system integrator.
• Monitor risks, issues, and dependencies; conduct QA.
• Contribute to planning and coordination across the integration workstream.
• Support work packages to meet time, cost and quality targets.
• Provide leadership across small multidisciplinary teams when required.

Skills

Defence/Gov experience

PMO experience

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Risk management

Tools

MS Project

Job description

We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 38,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in over 29 countries.

KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver.

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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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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.

The Opportunity:

KBR is seeking a highly motivated Project Support Officer to join the LAND 4140 Battle Management System (BMS) program, one of the Australian Army's highest-priority capability projects.

LAND 4140 is delivering next-generation command and control capabilities that will transform how the Joint Land Force operates. Through the enhancement of situational awareness, targeting capabilities, and decision-making systems, this critical program will enable Defence personnel to make faster, safer, and better-informed decisions in complex operational environments.

As a Project Support Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the BMS Integration Project Manager and Deputy Project Manager in delivering the integration stream of the program. This role offers broad exposure across project management, governance, stakeholder engagement, reporting, scheduling, and Defence capability delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Support project leadership through the preparation of presentations, reports, briefs, correspondence, and executive submissions.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and tracking activities using MS Project.
• Assist with project governance activities, including board and committee reporting.
• Establish and maintain business processes that support effective project delivery and decision-making.
• Collaborate with Defence stakeholders, suppliers, and the system integrator to ensure successful delivery outcomes.
• Monitor project activities and support the management of risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Conduct quality assurance activities and ensure compliance with project standards and requirements.
• Contribute to planning, coordination, and execution activities across the integration workstream.
• Support work package delivery within agreed timeframes, budgets, and quality expectations.
• Provide leadership and coordination across small multidisciplinary teams when required.

As the ideal candidate you will bring:

• Experience working in complex Defence or Government environments.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare high-quality reports and briefing materials.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with excellent attention to detail.
• The ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining quality outcomes.
• A continuous improvement mindset and commitment to professional development.
• Experience supporting project delivery across schedule, cost, quality, and risk considerations.
• Experience within a CASG, NSSG, GWEO, or other Defence acquisition project environment.
• Previous experience working within a Project Management Office (PMO) or project/program delivery team.
• Understanding of project delivery methodologies such as PMBoK, PRINCE2, Agile, or similar frameworks.
• Knowledge of the One Defence Capability System (formerly Capability Life Cycle).

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
• 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

Please note. Shortlisting will take place as applications are received; therefore, the advertisement may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.

As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.