About the job
- Work on leading edge projects for Defence and non-Defence engagements
- Work with purpose delivering critical defence projects and programs for Australia
- Investment in you - learning opportunities, experienced mentors and accessible leadership
At DPS, you’ll find purpose, impact and huge opportunity. Join us and help make it happen.
A real endeavour, achieved with you
As Australia’s multi-disciplinary advisory and business partner of choice for clients in Defence, Government and Infrastructure, we deliver complex things that matter. It's not always an easy task, but anything worthwhile seldom is. Great things are rarely accomplished alone. We’re building something remarkable. Now we just need you.
A real endeavour, shaped by you
We are currently seeking expressions of interests (EOIs) from Project Managers and Project Support Officers to work across several work packages in our MSP. These work packages across multiple CASG domains in LAND, SPACE, JOINT and MARITIME.
Seeking candidates based in Canberra, Sydney and Melbourne. These roles are fulltime and people seeking both permanent and contract work are encouraged to apply.
A real endeavour, driven by you
Our work is highly complex and confidential, so there are some things you must have to fulfil this role:
- An active or reactivatable Australian Government Security Clearance, ideally NV1 or above.
- Proven experience in Project management or Project support within CASG is essential.
- Demonstrated experience with Prince2 or PMBOK is preferred other PM methodologies will be considered
- As we have various opportunities backgrounds in finance, business, data analytics, commercial, contract management and scheduling (with OPP) are desired but we’re not limited to.
- Above all, we’re looking for someone with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and the determination to lead critical projects and programs that enhance sovereign capability and deliver complex outcomes that matter.
Why Downer Professional Services?
At Downer Professional Services, you’ll find the opportunity to build something remarkable. Here are some of the reasons why our people love working here:
Work with purpose. You’ll deliver or enable critical defence projects and programs in Australia, for Australia. Your expertise will help build sovereign capability.
Great projects, influence and impact. You might join us for the projects, but we think you’ll stay for the impact you can have. With high project ownership, agile problem solving and accessible leaders, you can go further at Downer Professional Services.
Your opportunity to build something remarkable. We’re proud of all we’ve achieved. But there’s much more to do. Together, we’re building a better, stronger, more agile Downer Professional Services. From process and systems to culture and communications, we're working hard to enable our teams to do their best work, whoever and wherever they are.
We encourage you to join us on our greatest endeavour. We’ll support and recognise your contribution, and you’ll also enjoy a range of benefits including:
- Veteran support initiatives and policies, including up to 20 days of Reservist Leave for veterans to remain connected as they transition out of active service.
- An Employee Assistance Program providing access to professionals to support you (and your family) to achieve your personal or professional goals through wellbeing coaching, counselling, financial advice, legal advice and more.
- Affordable healthcare covers, discounted car purchase and rental (with selected brands), and other retail discounts.
Ready to join us on our biggest endeavour?
Take your career to the next level. Apply for this position by:
Clicking ‘Apply’ to complete a short form and attach your CV.
Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing projects within the decided-upon budget, timeline, and scope. They will also effectively monitor and present project updates to relevant stakeholders, clients, or project team members.
Responsibilities
- Set project timeline
- Monitor project deliverables
- Update relevant stakeholders or team members on the project progress
- Coach and support project team members with tasks you assign them
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
- Strong business acumen in project planning and management
- Strong verbal, written, and organizational skills
