Product Manager

Merit List/Pools and How They Will Be UsedApplicants suitable for the role but not offered the position for the current vacancy may be placed in a merit list or pool. If the applicant agrees, the results may be shared with other Australian Public Service (APS) agencies for filling similar roles. Applicants may be offered a future role, without the need to reapply. A merit list or pool may be used for up to 18 months.
This merit list/pool may be used to fill other vacancies in Williamtown.
The RoleLocated at the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Base Williamtown in the Newcastle region, the Air Warfare Systems Program Office (AWSPO) leads and manages a portfolio of highly complex projects and products in support of Air Force and Navy capability.
AWSPO, in partnership with industry, delivers the Lead-in-Fighter Training System, Advanced Training and Test Environment, and Special Operations Air Warfare Capabilities in support of Air Combat Group, Air Warfare Centre, and Maritime Warfare Centre.
As an EL1 Product Manager, you will have an essential role in delivering these projects and products to improve Defence's capability. In this role, you will have the opportunity to further develop your project management skills. Professionalisation is a key focus within Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group (CASG), and accredited training will be provided as part of the role.
The roles involve achieving product management outcomes and managing a diverse team of Air Force, Australian Public Service, and contract personnel. Project and Product Managers manage teams and monitor performance to achieve SPO outcomes. The roles provide advice and support to the Executive and contribute to delivering organisational outcomes.
Note: This position will be required to access US export controlled materiel and therefore applicants will be requested to disclose any dual citizenship with another country during the recruitment process. Dual citizens may be subject to further assessment, and appointment to this position will be conditional upon approval to access US controlled export materiel in accordance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
About Our TeamAir Warfare Systems Program Office (AWSPO) is an integrated work environment located at RAAF Base Williamtown in the beautiful Port Stephens region of NSW. You will have access to beaches and the local lakes and rivers. Take a short drive to the Barrington Top Mountains for hiking and the Hunter Valley for vineyards and entertainment venues. Explore the beautiful city of Newcastle with its countless wonderful cafés and restaurants.
As our people are our greatest asset, you can be assured you will be supported to innovate, create value, and proudly play a meaningful role, finding your sense of purpose. We offer a flexible, engaging, and supportive setting that focuses on the development and support of its employees. Grow your career in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
Within Aerospace Systems Division, AWSPO leads and manages a portfolio of projects and products in support of Air Force and Navy capability. This includes the management of acquisition projects in various phases of the capability life cycle including the AIR5438 Phase 2 Lead-In Fighter Capability Upgrade program.
AWSPO, in partnership with industry, also manages three sustainment products: the 127 Hawk Lead-In Fighter, which supports air combat operations through aircraft and off-aircraft systems, delivering aircrew introductory fighter training; Advanced Training and Test Environment (ATTE), which improves Air Force and Navy lethality and survivability through the delivery of a threat representative training environment; and the Special Operations Air Warfare Program, supporting through the coordination, provisioning, and sustainment of combat equipment.
Employees can access flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance and an attractive remuneration package with a generous superannuation contribution of 15.4%.
Our Ideal CandidateWe are looking for people with initiative, strong organisational skills, and the ability to respond appropriately to pressures and changing priorities. The successful candidates will be experienced people leaders and will possess planning and management skills, as well as organisational and interpersonal skills with a strong focus on performance, governance, and attention to detail.
Key attributes and experience we are looking for:
Demonstrated performance in people management and leadership in a multi-disciplined team.Demonstrated ability to be an effective team member.Demonstrated effective interpersonal communication skills, including strong emotional intelligence, resilience, and adaptability.Demonstrated ability to support strategic direction through planning and governance functions, set work area priorities, manage workflows, develop strategies, and evaluate business outcomes.The ability to respond flexibly to changing situations, including using sound judgement under pressure, to ensure the success of key deliverables.The ability to understand the 'big picture' to identify any emerging opportunities or threats in relation to your program of work.The ability to be responsible for the management of schedule, risk, budget, resources, and the preparation of briefings, submissions, reports, and returns relating to project or product progress and issues that arise in accordance with organisational requirements.Risks and opportunities – ability to identify and take account of these in planning, decision-making, and priority setting.The ability to read and apply policy in a general sense.Product management experience and/or the ability to develop and interpret project documentation under limited direction.The ability to learn is key as the right candidate will be supported with comprehensive learning and development opportunities and will enjoy close mentoring support from more experienced project management members of the team.
Security ClearanceApplicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance of 'Negative Vetting 1'.
RecruitAbilityRecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability Getting to Know the Department of DefenceThe Department of Defence employs around 18,000 Australian Public Service (APS) employees. Defence APS employees work in a wide variety of critical roles, Australia wide, enabling our three services Navy, Army, and Air Force, to do their job. Defence has a range of Australian Public Service (APS) career opportunities that offer interesting, challenging, and unique work. Our workforce includes administrative support, accountants, intelligence analysts, engineers, policy advisors, graphic designers, lawyers, social workers, IT specialists, and contract managers to name a few. We offer a rewarding career that includes professional development, work-life balance, recognition, a flexible and supportive work environment, and a diverse workforce. To find out more about a career with Defence please visit https://www.defence.gov.au/jobs-careers.

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