Project Support Officer / Coordinator in Adelaide, Australia

Title:

Project Support Officer / Coordinator

About KBR:

We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers and dreamers who all share one goal — to improve the world.

We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in over 30 countries.

For 65 years, KBR and its heritage companies are proud to have delivered some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects.

With around 2,000 employees in 6 primary offices throughout Australia, we are committed to social and environmental sustainability and delivering projects with a digital mindset driving innovation within our business and for our customers.

We help ensure mission success on land, in the air, at sea, in space and cyberspace for our defence customers.

From individual technologies and services to comprehensive project delivery and mission execution, no other company can match the breadth and depth of KBR.

KBR comprises a diverse team who provide a broad spectrum of capabilities across Australia and the Asia Pacific. Our proven project teams readily address complex and multi-disciplinary activities, providing low-risk and cost-effective solutions to the defence force.

Learn more about our business – https://kbr.foleon.com/gsapac/gs-apac/

The Opportunity:

As a Project Support Officer/Coordinator, you will perform and achieve complex project work within an integrated workforce under limited direction.

You will support the project management and commercial service by writing business cases, preparing key documents and subcontract compliance. With the sustainment phase ramping up next year, your knowledge in the Capability Life Cycle (CLC), including Gate 0 and Gate 1 processes, will be invaluable.

This is a full-time permanent position, based in RAAF Base, Edinburgh – South Australia.

Interstate applicants are welcome to apply however relocation to South Australia will be required.

This position will require an active AGSVA NV1 clearance and the successful candidate must be willing to upgrade to an NV2.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Project Manager in developing project-related documentation such as plans, briefs, and contracts.

• Write business cases, minutes, and agendas with accuracy and attention to detail.

• Support procurement and commercial activities, ensuring contract compliance.

• Develop and maintain project planning and performance processes.

• Apply project management methodologies to administrative and technical tasks.

• Prepare briefs, correspondence, and reports

• Engage with multidisciplinary stakeholders to understand expectations and resolve issues

• Contribute to creating processes and templates for project management activities.

Required Qualifications, Experience and Knowledge

• Knowledge of CASG project management processes; acquisition (Gate 0/1) and sustainment (Capability Life Cycle)

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• A strong attention to detail and the ability to produce high-quality documentation.

• Resilience and adaptability to work with ambiguity and shifting priorities.

• Experience in engaging and collaborating with diverse stakeholders.

If you’re ready to shape tomorrow, let’s get started. Apply Now!

KBR acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connections to land, sea, community and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive and diverse work environment. We encourage candidates of all abilities to apply.

As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.

Notice to Third Parties/Recruitment Agencies: KBR Australia does not accept unsolicited resumes or any liability associated with fees or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties who have not been engaged directly on this job opportunity. Candidates interested in applying are welcome to submit their application online.