About the Team The Australian Defence Satellite Communications Station (ADSCS) team comprises both locally engaged staff, as well as personnel on a term transfer from interstate. The team conducts a broad range of functions from administration and finance management, to managing large projects and integrating new communications capabilities into the site. Although team members have their own roles and responsibilities, the ASD team at ADSCS work together alongside our contracted workforce and colleagues from other Agencies to achieve outcomes on behalf of ASD and Australia's national security. ADSCS staff embrace continuous learning and take every opportunity to share their knowledge and experience with others. There are opportunities for staff to engage with and learn about the many different activities taking place on the facility. About the Role As an Apprentice at ASD, your work will support Australia's national security. Whether you are a school leaver or looking for a career change, if you have a passion for Australia's national security, we encourage you to apply. You will work three to four days per week on site at the Australian Defence Satellite Communications Station, supported by ASD mentors and supervisors, with the rest of your time dedicated to completing a Certificate IV (1.5 years). ASD will pay for your studies as well as your work under a competitive remuneration package. In addition to your formal studies, you will undertake an extensive internal training package where you can obtain nationally-recognised qualifications. Diversity powers our mission. Our work is challenging, and our history shows that the best teams contain a diverse range of people. To achieve our mission, we require people with strong integrity and a mix of skills, passion, adaptability, resilience, curiosity and creativity. We support our people to bring their best selves to work. Whether this is through our diversity and inclusion initiatives, flexible working arrangements or learning and development opportunities. ASD supports First Nations employees with First Nations Ceremonial Leave and NAIDOC Leave enabling employees to balance their cultural and work responsibilities and community participation. ASD encourages collaboration through its First Nations Network, which comprises of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees and allies committed to ensuring ASD is a culturally safe workplace. We are committed to the growth of our most important resource - you. Further information can be found at: I'm starting my career | Australian Signals Directorate . The key duties of the position include You will work as part of a team and under routine direction to perform and achieve straightforward procedural, operational, administrative and business support, including workplace health and safety. You do not need to meet every criterion - if you have the motivation and capacity to learn, we want to hear from you. We are looking for people who can demonstrate: Good communication and teamwork skills Attention to detail and organisational skills Ability to follow instructions and meet deadlines All successful candidates commence their apprenticeship on a salary of $62,755 plus a 4% service allowance and 15.4% superannuation. On successful completion, Apprentices will advance to a higher salary. ASD is seeking applicants to fill current and anticipated vacancies and to create a merit pool for future vacancies. In line with the Australian Public Service Commissioner's Direction 2022, upon completion of the recruitment activity, the merit pool will be available to locations across Australia.
