Strategic Capability Manager - Defence Sustainment Lead

Department of Defence

Canberra

On-site

AUD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

The Department of Defence is seeking a capable analyst to join the Capability Management Cell within Headquarters Special Operations Command. The role focuses on researching and analysing in-service equipment capabilities, interpreting policy, and advising sustainment approaches based on legislation and procedures.

You will undertake specialist assessments, perform procedural and clerical support, and exercise leadership in support of Special Operations capabilities.

Qualifications

  • We are looking for individuals with exceptional organisational skills and the ability to communicate effectively.
  • The candidate should be professional, objective, innovative, and able to work collaboratively to achieve results.
  • Strong attention to detail and good priority-management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

  • Undertake specialist research and analysis of in-service equipment capabilities.
  • Conduct assessments and provide advice within the sustainment function based on legislation, policy and procedures.
  • Perform procedural and clerical support work and demonstrate personnel management responsibilities.

Skills

Organisational skills
Effective communication
Collaborative work
Attention to detail
Leadership & management

Job description

The Department of Defence is seeking a capable analyst to join the Capability Management Cell within Headquarters Special Operations Command. The role focuses on researching and analysing in-service equipment capabilities, interpreting policy, and advising sustainment approaches based on legislation and procedures.

You will undertake specialist assessments, perform procedural and clerical support, and exercise leadership in support of Special Operations capabilities.

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