HR Officer

The Role

The acquisition of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines is an historic and transformative endeavour for Australia. The whole-of-nation effort to safely and securely deliver the cutting edge nuclear-powered submarine program will transform Australia’s economic and national security landscape for decades to come.

As an APS 6 HR Officer within the Australian Submarine Agency (ASA), you will contribute to the delivery of one of Australia's most significant national capability programs through the AUKUS Optimal Pathway.

You will provide high-quality HR advice and deliver workforce initiatives that support the establishment and sustainment of Australia's conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarine workforce.

Working under broad direction, you will build strong relationships with stakeholders across the Agency, providing evidence-based advice and influencing outcomes to achieve business objectives.

You will work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, while contributing to continuous improvement, team capability and high-quality HR service delivery.

There are currently vacancies in two key areas:

• Workplace Relations & People Policy – this includes bargaining, policy development, remuneration and change management.
• Talent Management Development – this includes learning & development, graduate & early career programs, and workforce capability, development & professionalisation.

About our Team

People Services Branch within the Chief Operating Officer Division, is responsible for developing and implementing key people strategies, policies and programs that support delivery of the nuclear-powered submarine program. This involves functions such as strategic workforce planning, workplace relations and policy, culture, career and talent development, and workplace health and safety.

The Branch is seeking to fill multiple APS 6 positions and is looking for high-performing professionals who are adaptable, resilient and thrive in a dynamic environment. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to work across a range of HR functions, provide expert advice on complex workforce matters, and deliver quality outcomes in a fast-paced and evolving operational context.

Our Ideal Candidate

We are a dynamic organization seeking employees who are agile, innovative and energised by high-paced work. We are seeking highly motivated and collaborative minded people who will have the opportunity to contribute to a once in a lifetime program.

We are seeking agile, collaborative and outcomes-focused professionals with experience in one or more of a range of people-related disciplines. Our ideal candidate will thrive in a complex and fast-paced environment and demonstrate strong stakeholder engagement, communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Our ideal candidate will bring the below skills and experience to the role:

• Demonstrate experience providing high-quality HR advice on complex people matters, applying relevant legislation, policies and HR frameworks.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, using strong communication and influencing skills to achieve outcomes.
• Show initiative, sound judgement and a proactive approach to problem solving, identifying practical and innovative workforce solutions.
• Have the ability to coordinate activities, manage competing priorities and deliver quality outcomes with minimal direction.
• Use data, research and analysis to inform recommendations, support decision-making and contribute to continuous improvement of HR services, policies and processes.
• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, sharing knowledge, supporting colleagues and contributing to a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

Application Closing Date: Monday 07 September, 2026

For further information please review the job information pack, reference ASA/04856/26 on https://defencecareers.nga.net.au/?jati=6CCB23E9-C06B-2369-873F-ED36EAA409A5.