Project Administrator - Expression of Interest

Harrison McMillan has partnered with Australian Naval Infrastructure (ANI) who is playing a pivotal role in delivering infrastructure to support Australia's AUKUS nuclear-powered submarine program. As part of this nationally significant initiative, we're seeking expressions of interest from experienced Project Administrators to join ANI's expanding AUKUS team.

Reporting to the Director of Nuclear Safety, this role provides critical administrative and coordination support to the team responsible for establishing ANI’s nuclear baseline, preparing licence applications, and ensuring regulatory compliance, nuclear safeguards and safety.

You'll play a vital part in supporting project deliverables, managing documentation and processes, coordinating meetings and onboarding new team members, all while working in a high-security, high-impact environment at the heart of Australia’s future defence capability.

• Provide administrative and diary support to the Director and wider AUKUS team
• Prepare, format and manage documentation including reports and meeting minutes
• Support the development and implementation of governance, safety, and document control processes
• Coordinate onboarding and training for new team members
• Manage digital collaboration tools including SharePoint and Teams
• Build strong internal relationships to support project outcomes

• Australian citizenship (mandatory for Defence security clearance)
• Previous experience in project or executive administration in a complex environment
• High attention to detail, strong organisation and time management skills
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement abilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Prior exposure to Defence, infrastructure, or government projects is highly desirable

This is a rare opportunity to contribute directly to the national security landscape through one of the most transformative defence projects in Australia’s history. ANI offers a collaborative, purpose-driven environment and the chance to work on cutting-edge projects with long-term impact.

If you're an experienced administrator with the professionalism, discretion and drive to thrive in a high-level Defence environment, we want to hear from you.

Submit your expression of interest or for further enquiries about this opportunity, please contact Ariel Winters for a confidential discussion via email ariel.winters@harrisonmcmillan.com.au