Project Support Officer

We currently have an opportunity for a Project Support Officer. Join our Downer Professional Services team and play a key role in delivering complex defence and national security projects that safeguard Australia’s future.

What You’ll Do

This role offers a broad scope, with key responsibilities including:

• Provide administrative and secretariat support to project teams.
• Support the Project Manager in planning, tracking, and reporting on project work packages.
• Coordinate task sequences, document preparation, and data entry.
• Contribute to risk and issue registers and monitor action items.
• Assist with standard operating procedures and internal project communications.

What You’ll Bring

• Previous experience in a project support or project coordination role.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a complex environment.
• Demonstrated experience working within Defence, government, or professional services.
• A minimum NV1 security clearance (or the ability to obtain and maintain one).

More than anything, you’ll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients.

Why Downer Professional Services

At Downer Professional Services, we’re not just a workplace—we’re a business dedicated to contributing to the shaping of the future of defence in Australia. As the country’s only sovereign prime, we’re committed to making a real difference in protecting Australia’s interests.

What it Means to Belong at Downer Professional Services

• Meaningful work: You’ll play a key role in delivering or supporting critical defence projects and programs that make a genuine impact.
• Supportive culture: Our high-performing teams thrive on collaboration and celebrate the unique contributions of every individual.
• Endless opportunities: With career pathways across our business units, including Team Downer MSP, there’s always a chance to grow, learn, and take on exciting new challenges.
• Professional development: From skills recognition and career mapping to our Summer and Winter Schools for accelerated learning, we invest in your growth. Plus, our Communities of Practice foster shared learning and connections across the business.
• Great perks: Perks@Downer: healthcare discounts, great savings on retail purchases, car purchases and much more.
• Veteran support initiatives and policies: Including up to 20 days of Reservist Leave for veterans to remain connected as they transition out of active service.

Downer Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including First Nations people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.