The key duties of the position include The Role This APS 5 Quality Assurance Contract Officer role is a busy and rewarding role within the Directorate of Quality, Assurance and Compliance. The key duties include: Support the APS 6 in the management, quality assurance and administration of procurement and contracting resources, including three Defence Infrastructure Panels and the Defence Suite of Facilities Contracts; Manage and maintain compliance frameworks for policies and processes supporting CFI, SEG and broader Defence activities, including web-based documentation; Work collaboratively with the APS 6 to contribute to the development and delivery of quality assurance reviews that support continuous improvement, process efficiency and compliance; Assist in the development and implementation of the CFI Lessons Learned platform; Support the APS 6 and Director in progressing actions arising from internal and external audits and assurance reviews; Provide assistance to the Director in Directorate led investigations and reviews as required. About our Team Capital Facilities and Infrastructure Branch (CFI) is a Branch within Security and Estate Group (SEG). It is responsible for planning, designing and constructing capital works across the Defence estate. These works are essential in ensuring Defence's facilities and infrastructure are safe, compliant, and fit-for-purpose, and effectively support Defence capability. Within this Branch is the Directorate of Quality Assurance and Compliance (DQAC) who manage the procurement, contracting and compliance framework that support the core role of the Branch. In this, they manage a range of procedures, resources and tools that support the delivery of projects. They also apply a program of activities to validate ongoing compliance and to drive an active approach to continuous improvement. Additionally, the Directorate manages and maintains three significant whole of Government services panels and manages and administers the Defence Suite of Facilities contracts that is also used by whole of Government areas. Our Ideal Candidate To succeed in this role, applicants must be able to demonstrate the following skills and abilities: Demonstrated interest in continuous improvement, quality and compliance principles, with an understanding of their importance in supporting organisational outcomes; Ability to work effectively within a small team in a dynamic, fast paced environment, adapting to changing priorities as required; Excellent attention to detail with a proactive approach to completing tasks, meeting deadlines and achieving results; Well-developed client engagement and relationship management skills, with the ability to respond professionally to stakeholder needs; Clear and effective written and oral communication skills; A positive, collaborative and team-focused approach, contributing to a supportive and collegiate work environment.
