Program Administration

Add expected salary to your profile for insights It's never been a more exciting time to be joining Navantia Australia, a leading provider of advanced Maritime Defence solutions. We are committed to growing Australia's shipbuilding and sustainment capability and delivering innovative, mission critical solutions that protect and defend national security interests and we want you to grow your career with us. Navantia Australia has been awarded the Designer Support Contract to provide comprehensive design and engineering support to all Navantia-designed ships in service with the Royal Australian Navy. This landmark contract marks a significant milestone for Navantia Australia, as it is the company’s first contract held directly with the Commonwealth of Australia (CoA), underscoring its commitment to innovation and excellence in the maritime industry. Navantia Australia has an exciting opportunity for a Program Analyst / Administrator to join the team out of its Garden Island, Sydney office. Operating under the Design Support Contractor (DSC) contract, you will be responsible for supporting the Program Manager and the Engineering Change Manager to provide program reporting and analysis and monitoring activities. The Program Administrator is a member of the Program Management Office (PMO) team that provides program controls, monitoring and reporting both internally and externally. Responsibilities Prepare, maintain and monitor the program calendar. Gather, maintain and analyse data to demonstrate program compliance and status, based on Earned Value Measurement (EVM) principals. Provide support to the Performance Measurement Coordinator with the development and maintenance of project measurement data and indicators. Provide support to Program Schedulers in the maintenance of the program schedule (MS Project). Development and delivery of external DSC Program Reporting in accordance with ASDEFCON requirements. Contract Status Report (CSR). Combined Services Summary Report (CSSR). Annual Engineering Work Report (AEWR). Preparation of materials and data in support of Program Reviews in accordance with ASDEFCON requirements. Contract Performance Review (CPR). Combined Services Performance Review (CSPR). Performance Assessment Review (PAR). Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field or 3-5 years equivalent experience in the program administration area. Proven experience as a program coordinator, scheduler, project controller or similar role. Demonstrated understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM) principals and project scheduling. Strong data analysis skills in relation to project scheduling and progress tracking. Very strong interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning, listening and decision making skills. Strong organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to deliver results in a high pressure environment. Ability to communicate effectively and build and maintain positive relationships at all levels of the business and clients. Strong written skills, report writing (MS Word) and preparation of presentation material (MS Powerpoint). Understanding of the Defence Seaworthiness Management System (DSWMS) and the N4 Library. What it's like to work with Navantia Australia Navantia Australia plays a key part in the Australian government's Naval Shipbuilding Plan, we are committed to growing Australia's shipbuilding and sustainment capability and we want you to grow your career with us. We recognise that it's our people who are our greatest asset and are committed to giving all employees the opportunity to grow their skills, gain valuable experience, develop professionally, and work on exciting diverse projects. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer and embrace culture of corporate diversity and workplace innovation. Benefits Company Paid Parental Leave (12 weeks Primary Carer / 2 weeks Secondary Carer) Paid leave for pregnancy loss for stillbirth / miscarriage (6 Weeks Primary / 2 Weeks Secondary Carer) Fertility Treatment Leave- (5 days Primary / Secondary Carer) Navantia Australia Flexible Work Policy (Up to 2 days per week Work From Home) - after 3 month probation. - Selected sites Getting Married Leave – (2 Days) Sorry Business Leave – (Up to 5 days) Company paid Defence Reservist Leave – (4 weeks) Employee Discounts Portal offering discounts from major retailers Salary sacrifice for Superannuation Novated Lease Training opportunities Spanish language classes Quarterly Employee Achievement Award Weekly fruit boxes all sites Employee Assistance Program (EAP) About Us Navantia Australia specialises in project management, engineering services and through life support in the naval shipbuilding domain. We provide the Royal Australian Navy (Navy) with cross platform solutions through our heritage and evolved capability as an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and our platform integration expertise. As the designer and through participation in the Destroyer Guided Missile (DDG), Auxiliary Oiler Replenishment (AOR), Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) and LHD Landing Craft (LLC) programs, Navantia Australia has been a vital part of interesting, innovative and cutting‑edge shipbuilding and sustainment activities. Navantia Australia also supports the Navy through provision of design compliant and product agnostic engineering upgrades to meet demands for capability advancements to accommodate for new and emerging threats. Unlock job insights Salary match | Number of applicants | Skills match Your application will include the following questions: How many years' experience do you have as an Administration Analyst? 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