Project Officer

About Nova Systems

At Nova Systems, our purpose is to make a difference.

As a trusted engineering and management consultancy, we partner with Defence, government and industry to solve complex challenges that contribute to Australia's security and future capability. Through our support of the Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance (GWEO) Enterprise, we are helping to deliver programs that strengthen Australia's sovereign Defence capability and enable critical outcomes for the Australian Defence Force.

We believe that diverse perspectives lead to stronger outcomes. We foster an environment where people feel valued, supported and empowered to contribute their ideas while developing rewarding and meaningful careers.

About the Role:

We are seeking two Project Officers to join our growing team supporting the GWEO AIR Domain.

Working within a dynamic Defence environment, you will provide project delivery and coordination support across complex capability programs and initiatives. You will work closely with Defence stakeholders, industry partners and multidisciplinary project teams to help ensure projects are delivered effectively, risks are managed, and key milestones are achieved.

This is an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to build on their Defence project delivery experience while contributing to nationally significant programs that support Australia's future air and missile capabilities.

What You'll Be Involved With:

As a Project Officer, you will:

• Support the planning, coordination and delivery of Defence projects and program activities.
• Assist with project scheduling, reporting, governance and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Monitor project actions, risks, issues and dependencies to support successful delivery outcomes.
• Coordinate meetings, workshops and reviews, including the preparation of agendas, papers and meeting minutes.
• Develop project documentation, briefing materials, reports and presentations.
• Support project leadership teams with planning, tracking and progress reporting activities.
• Work collaboratively with Defence and industry stakeholders to ensure project objectives and deliverables are achieved.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and the development of project management best practices.

What We Would Like From You:

You are organised, proactive and enjoy working in collaborative environments where no two days are the same.

You have a strong attention to detail, can manage competing priorities and are comfortable engaging with a broad range of stakeholders. Most importantly, you are motivated by the opportunity to contribute to complex Defence programs that deliver meaningful outcomes.

We'd love to hear from candidates who have experience in:

• Project support, project coordination or project delivery roles within Defence or Defence industry environments.
• Supporting project governance, reporting and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Working within structured project management frameworks and delivery environments.
• Building productive relationships with clients, stakeholders and delivery teams.
• Preparing quality project documentation and project controls artefacts.
• Managing multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism.

The following experience would be highly regarded, but is not essential:

• Experience working within the Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group (CASG).
• Exposure to the AIR Domain, Air Combat, Air Mobility, ISR, Air and Missile Defence, or related capability areas.
• Experience supporting GWEO programs, projects or enterprise initiatives.
• Understanding of the Defence Capability Life Cycle and Defence governance processes.
• Qualifications, certifications or affiliations in Project Management or a related discipline.
• Familiarity with Defence project management tools, reporting frameworks and integrated delivery environments.

Life at Nova – it all adds up! 

With people being our point of difference, we deliver on promises, reward good work, champion professional growth and support flexibility, all within a diverse and inclusive culture that recognises moments that matter. 

Life at Nova is our collection of employee benefits, designed to meet the many and varied needs of our people.  

Just a few of the great benefits you will have access to are: 

• Generous Parental Leave: Primary Carers receive 20 weeks paid leave; Partner Carers receive 4 weeks. Full superannuation contributions for up to 52 weeks 
• Professional and Personal Development: Up to $5,000 per year of allowance with PD leave included. Up to $750 per year can be used towards wellbeing such as a gym membership or assets related to wellbeing activities 
• Additional Leave: Ranges from - Reserve, Loyalty, Emergency Services, Purchased (up to 2 weeks), and Community Service 
• Flexibility: We promote a culture that encourages and enables flexible ways of working that support our people 
• Dress For Your Day: We empower our people to determine their outfit for the activities of the day which allows for personal expression that builds trust 
• Reward & Recognition Program: Offering exclusive discounts from hundreds of major retailers, helping you to save on groceries, petrol, holidays, and more 
• Employee Assistance Program: for employees and family members 
• Annual Nova employee engagement: Great way to connect more broadly and strengthen your internal networks and have some fun! 
• Wellbeing Hub with access to health and fitness content 
• Access to Defence Health and Travel Insurance 
• Free Flu Vaccination annually 
• Novated Leasing and Salary Sacrifice 
• Nova Employee Company Share Offer 
• An inclusive, collaborative, and supportive culture 
• Social activities throughout the year, we even dress up at times, think Safari – we don’t like to take ourselves too seriously! 

You can view the full range of benefits at https://www.novasystems.com/au/careers/life-at-nova-systems  

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Alternatively for a confidential discussion, please contact Mel Lo  in the Nova Talent Acquisition Team on (08) 8252 7100. 
 
Nova Systems does not accept any recruitment agency solicitation. 

Nova Systems is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, where everyone feels safe, valued, and included, where our people are our point of difference. 

Nova Systems respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and waters in which we live and work, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. Nova Systems also acknowledges the services of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have contributed to defending Australia and its national interests.  

To find out more about our commitment to Reconciliation, please visit our website. 

Nova Systems is a Veteran Employment Supporter of the Veteran Employment Program. We value the skills Veterans bring and encourage Veterans and Defence partners to apply. Nova supports our Veterans through reserve leave and top-up pay entitlements. No need to tailor the use of Defence language in your resume, we prefer to see this however, please let us know if you need support with your application. We also ensure all applications receive a response and feedback when appropriate. 

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian Citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. To learn more, please visit: www.defence.gov.au/security/clearances 

Nova Systems is Australia’s largest privately-owned Defence company with global reach. We are leaders in capability assurance and systems integration solving complex challenges in innovative ways.  

We are relied on to develop and test capabilities critical to national security and safety. We are trusted to integrate mission systems solutions and develop software and products that protect lives every day.  

For 25 years, Nova has brought a different perspective. From national Defence and essential services to border control and cyber security, these are the challenges we partner with our clients to anticipate, understand, and solve. We have strategically located offices in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and Ireland. 

But what makes Nova Systems truly unique, is our people. Nova Systems is where the best and brightest minds come together to challenge, collaborate, and innovate. At Nova Systems, we see things differently.