Australian Department of Defence – Melbourne VIC
23h ago , from Australian Department of Defence
- $99,733 - $112,431 + up to 15.4% Superannuation
- VIC, Sydney CBD
- NSW
The Role
The APS 6 Professionalisation Officer supports the delivery and continuous improvement of the Engineering and Technical Professionalisation Framework to develop, sustain and grow Defence's engineering and technical workforce capability.
The role supports professionalisation activities across the Engineering and Technical Job Family, including qualifications, skills and experience frameworks, learning and development initiatives, professional recognition pathways, workforce analysis and job family management activities.
The APS 6 Professionalisation Officer will:
- Support the delivery and continuous improvement of the Engineering and Technical Professionalisation Framework.
- Assist in the management of the Engineering and Technical Job Family, including position profiles, qualifications, skills and experience requirements and workforce capability initiatives.
- Contribute to the development, implementation and review of professionalisation processes, guidance and governance arrangements.
- Coordinate learning and development initiatives that support engineering and technical workforce capability requirements.
- Support professional recognition and credentialing pathways, including chartership, accreditation and other professional recognition programs.
- $99,733 - $112,431 + up to 15.4% Superannuation
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Adelaide
- SA, Brisbane CBD
- QLD, Canberra
- ACT, Melbourne CBD
- VIC, Sydney CBD
- NSW
The Role
The APS 6 Professionalisation Officer supports the delivery and continuous improvement of the Engineering and Technical Professionalisation Framework to develop, sustain and grow Defence's engineering and technical workforce capability.
The role supports professionalisation activities across the Engineering and Technical Job Family, including qualifications, skills and experience frameworks, learning and development initiatives, professional recognition pathways, workforce analysis and job family management activities.
The APS 6 Professionalisation Officer will:
- Support the delivery and continuous improvement of the Engineering and Technical Professionalisation Framework.
- Assist in the management of the Engineering and Technical Job Family, including position profiles, qualifications, skills and experience requirements and workforce capability initiatives.
- Contribute to the development, implementation and review of professionalisation processes, guidance and governance arrangements.
- Coordinate learning and development initiatives that support engineering and technical workforce capability requirements.
- Support professional recognition and credentialing pathways, including chartership, accreditation and other professional recognition programs.
- Administer engineering credentialing activities.
About our Team
The Engineering, Technical and Materiel Logistics (ETML) team supports the development, sustainment and professionalisation of Defence’s engineering, technical and materiel logistics workforce. The team works across Defence to strengthen workforce capability through contemporary professional standards, recognised skills and qualifications, professional development pathways and effective Job Family management.
Working with Job Family Sponsors, Defence People Group, Defence Learning Academy, Functional Authorities, technical leaders and external professional bodies, ETML translates Defence workforce priorities into practical professionalisation initiatives. This includes developing and maintaining professionalisation frameworks, supporting learning and development and professional recognition pathways, providing workforce insights, and enabling effective governance and Job Family management.
Through this work, ETML supports Defence’s People and Professionalisation priorities and helps build a capable, professional and sustainable workforce equipped to meet current and future Defence requirements.
Our Ideal Candidate
Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build productive relationships across Defence, industry, learning providers and professional institutions.
- Sound judgement and the ability to work independently to progress workforce professionalisation and capability outcomes.
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and multiple activities concurrently.
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, including preparing briefs, reports, guidance and communications for diverse audiences.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to interpret policy, frameworks and workforce information.
- The ability to coordinate governance activities, consultations and initiatives involving multiple stakeholders.
- A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement, with a focus on practical outcomes.
- The ability to work collaboratively and adapt to changing priorities and emerging workforce requirements.
- Experience in workforce capability, learning and development, professionalisation, human resources, engineering or technical workforce environments is desirable.
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APS 6 - Professionalisation Officer in Melbourne employer: Australian Department of Defence
The Australian Department of Defence is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of ADF members and their families during their transition to civilian life. With a strong commitment to employee growth, a supportive work culture, and competitive benefits including generous superannuation, employees are empowered to develop their skills in a dynamic environment that values collaboration and continuous improvement. Located in Holsworthy, NSW, this role provides a chance to engage with diverse stakeholders while contributing to a vital mission that supports those who have served Australia.
Contact Details:
Australian Department of Defence Recruitment Team
