QinetiQ is a global defence and security company and employs more than 8500 people in more than 50 locations around the world. We offer our customers premier expertise in advice, services and creative technology-based products and help solve some of their most challenging problems.

Our determination to deliver and improve today and anticipate and shape tomorrow, makes QinetiQ a very exciting, rewarding and respected place to work and learn. Globally QinetiQ has four Sectors, one of which is the ‘Australia Sector’’. The Australia Sector has more than 1,200 employees operating across four countries, namely Australia, Canada, Germany and the United Kingdom.

Headquartered in Nowra, New South Wales, QinetiQ Air Affairs, part of QinetiQ’s Threat Representation business unit, provides targets and training services, and electronic warfare capabilities to the Australian Defence Force, in addition to aerial surveillance and reconnaissance in support of government firefighting efforts. Air Affairs owns and operates a fleet of special mission aircraft and maintains an advanced manufacturing and engineering facility providing design, manufacture and certification operations.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and detail orientated individual with administration experience to support our manufacturing and training facilities. For this position, we are open to a number of employment types, including full time, part-time or job share. This role will require you to be onsite, to support reception and training activities.

Your day to day role will see you joining a supportive team to;

• Complete a variety of reception activities, including visitor greeting and managing sign in requirements.
• Provide administrative support across the Manufacturing and Training Centres, including organising meetings, checking invoices and document management.
• Assist with the management of training records and preparation of academic documentation.
• Prepare booklets and worksheets to support Training Centre Instructors.

As our ideal candidate you will bring;

• A willingness to learn, and follow instructions.
• Attention to detail and excellent organisation skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience from a similar administration environment.
• Formal Qualifications in Business Administration. (Cert III or above)

You will be provided with an opportunity to learn, develop your skills and grow within a Global Company based out of the Shoalhaven.

If you are interested in this role but not sure if you meet all the criteria or if the work pattern you are looking for would work here, please out directly. Whilst applications must be made online, confidential enquiries are welcome and may be directed to Ruth Harrison – Talent Acquisition Specialist 07 3031 0233 or email rlharrison@qinetiq.com.au

Candidates will need to be eligible to obtain an Australian Government Security Clearance, for which the prerequisite is Australian Citizenship.

Looking for an Employer with Benefits?

At QinetiQ, our competitive remuneration and benefits package supports your evolving needs throughout your career. You’ll share in the company’s success, and be rewarded for your own. We’ll invest in your professional development and provide an inclusive environment for you to succeed.

As the defence industry in Australia grows, it is an exciting time to join QinetiQ. What the company looks like today will be different to that of tomorrow as we navigate an ever changing world. To innovate for our customers' advantage we value the need for diversity of thought in everything we do. We provide a flexible and inclusive environment where our people can bring their whole selves to work, meaningfully contribute and have equal opportunity to succeed. We actively seek applications from people who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Aligned with our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan, we also encourage applications from women, veterans and First Nations people.

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As the defence industry in Australia grows, it is an exciting time to join QinetiQ. What the company looks like today will be different to that of tomorrow as we navigate an ever changing world. To innovate for our customers' advantage we value the need for diversity of thought in everything we do. We provide a flexible and inclusive environment where our people can bring their whole selves to work, meaningfully contribute and have equal opportunity to succeed. We actively seek applications from people who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Aligned with our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan, we also encourage applications from women, veterans and First Nations people.

QinetiQ conducts pre-employment screening, including but not limited to identity verification and police checks, for all preferred candidates.