The key duties of the position include The Role The Maritime Integrated Warfare Systems (MIWS) Branch is a very busy organisation which is never dull and no two days are the same. The Maritime Integrated Warfare System (MIWS) Branch requires two EL1 Supply Support (ILS) Managers to provide critical leadership and management across two key areas: MIWS E&L Matrix Team Hunter Class Frigate Combat System (HCF-CS) Program Both positions are essential to delivering and integrating complex maritime capabilities, ensuring operational readiness, and supporting long-term sustainment for the ADF. The Supply Support Manager is responsible for delivering effective supply support across the Defence capability lifecycle. This role ensures equipment, spares, consumables, and repairable items are available to meet operational, maintenance, and readiness requirements. This role will also be responsible for the design, development and implementation of the Supply Support Capability. It contributes directly to platform availability by planning, managing, and optimising Defence supply chains in accordance with Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) frameworks and Defence logistics governance. These roles ensure Whole of Combat and Whole of Ship integration from a Supply Support perspective and compliance with Branch, N4, and Seaworthiness standards. They are accountable for guiding multidisciplinary teams comprising ADF, APS, and MSP personnel to achieve these outcomes. Key responsibilities common to both positions include: Supply Support guidance and support to projects and programs Supply Support workforce development Technical assessments and assurance Supply chain and spares modelling Obsolescence management Codification and Cataloguing Input to Technical publications and documentation Fundamental Inputs to Capability (FIC) management - Supplies and Support FIC Oversee accurate inventory, catalogue and data management within the approved Defence ERP system. These positions are critical to the success of MIWS and HCF CS programs. They provide leadership, technical expertise, and governance to ensure compliance with standards, integration of systems, and About our Team MIWS Branch under Major Surface Combatants and Combat Systems Division is an exciting and complex environment to work in, offering a rewarding career in one of the most dynamic organisations within NSSG. We work across both Acquisition and Sustainment environments to develop and deliver products into new shipbuilding programs and to provide update/upgrade products to the existing RAN fleet, giving staff exposure to a wide variety of high profile maritime projects. Our Ideal Candidate MIWS are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated candidate with excellent personal attributes and a strong knowledge of governance to join our Branch. We pride ourselves in a positive, collaborative and supportive workplace culture. For us it's all about teamwork and we want people who want to be a part of the culture we've created. Our ideal candidate will enjoy working in a dynamic workplace across a wide variety of projects and products. The candidate will be energetic and able to create and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. MIWS is seeking a candidate who demonstrates utmost integrity, professionalism, self-motivation, positive attitude towards challenges, and persistence in achieving outcomes. The candidate will be able to work under pressure with great resilience, remain focused on tasks and possess strong attention to detail. The ideal candidate will have the following attributes and can demonstrate: Mature judgement, professionalism and high level interpersonal skills. Enthusiasm, drive and initiative and willingness to learn. An ability to meet deadlines and prioritise workloads. Adaptability, resilience and flexibility in the face of changing priorities. Good written and verbal communication skills. A good understanding of legislative, policy and regulatory frameworks
