The Role The acquisition of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines is an historic and transformative endeavour for Australia.
The whole-of-nation effort to safely and securely deliver the cutting edge nuclear-powered submarine program will transform Australia's economic and national security landscape for decades to come.
This role contributes to the delivery of the Commercial outcomes for the build program of the SSN-AUKUS Phase 3 Program.
The role will assist in the management of the contract with the Australian Shipbuilder and associated arrangements.
Assist with developing and implementing work plans, monitor contract performance, manage contract risk and build team capability and continuous improvement; Work to achieve objectives and communicate expected outcomes to internal and external stakeholders Assist with development of contract formation and contract management activities, whilst ensuring compliance with legislation and contract management policies and procedures and documentation configuration control.
Develop correspondence, aid in the management of commercial risks and manage contractual key performance indicators.
Engage, negotiate and persuade relevant stakeholders and respond to complex enquiries and contract management issues, taking the initiative to identify alternative courses of action to ensure resolution About our Team Sovereign Submarine Program Delivery Branch (SSPD) is accountable for identifying, in consultation with Australia's AUKUS partners, the most appropriate program delivery model and construction methodology, defining the infrastructure requirements, analysing and modelling the existing Australian industry and workforce capability and capacity, and undertaking the cost estimation of acquiring and sustaining the future Nuclear Power Submarine fleet.
SSPD consists of the following directorates, Business and Operations, Build Test and Evaluation, Commercial Management, Engineering and Ship Yard Infrastructure The Commercial Build team manages all commercial contracts and arrangements for SSPD branch, including the contract with the Australian Shipbuilder once that entity is selected.
Commercial team members provide contracting and other commercial advice across the SSPD branch and will liaise with the broader ASA/agency Commercial team as required Our Ideal Candidate We are a dynamic organization seeking employees who are agile, innovative and energised by high-paced work.
We are seeking highly motivated and collaborative minded people who will have the opportunity to contribute to a once in a lifetime program.
Our ideal candidates will bring the following attributes and skills to the role: Ability to influence and negotiate effectively with stakeholders; Highly developed communication skills both orally and written; Preparation of correspondence, briefs & reports to executive management; Government decision-making processes; Exercising a considerable degree of independence; Assist with solving complex contracting problems and issues, including on detailed or sensitive projects, that impact on strategic, political or operational tcomes for ASA; Identifying relevant stakeholders' expectations and concerns and managing accordingly; Ability to build and sustain effective relationships and actively participate in activities with the Australian Shipbuilder and ASA.
Application Closing Date: Sunday 29 September 2024 For further information please review the job information pack, reference ASA/07356/24 on https://defencecareers.nga.net.au/?jati=29D7A49E-77AD-DB50-C9D2-DB1A53F0EA70
