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ACT - Defence Roles
Compass Group Australia —Canberra ACT
- Part-time
- Culinary experience
- First Aid Certification
- Leadership
Systems Engineer | Defence
Leidos —Canberra ACT
- Full-time
- Administrative experience
- Annual leave
Defence Project Manager
KBR —Canberra ACT
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Business
- Communication skills
- Parental leave
4h
Cost Estimation Analyst | Defence Aerospace
Amentum —Canberra ACT
- Full-time
- Research
- Analysis skills
- Communication skills
- Parental leave
- Employee discount
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1d
Senior Officer, Governance - Defence and Veterans’ Service Commission
Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet —Canberra ACT
- $101,657 - $114,239 a year
- Part-time
- Remote
- Negotiation
APS Level 5 Executive Assistant
Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry —Canberra ACT
- $88,834 - $96,829 a year
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative experience
- Communication skills
12d
Senior Communications Manager
Raytheon —Canberra ACT
- Full-time
- Marketing
- Writing skills
- Bachelor's degree
14d
APS Level 4 Executive Assistant
Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry —Canberra ACT
- $80,371 - $87,496 a year
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative experience
- Business
12d
Defence and Veterans' Service Commission Deputy Commissioner
Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet —Canberra ACT
- Part-time
- Remote
- Leadership
- Negotiation
8d
Analyst / Senior Consultant | Infrastructure Advisory | Strategy & Commercial
Deloitte —Canberra ACT
- Part-time
- Management
- Sales
- Writing skills
- Parental leave
ESS Defence - ACT Cleaning
Compass Group Australia —Canberra ACT
- Weekend availability
- Cleaning
- Communication skills
2027 Graduate Development Program ABARES Stream
Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry —Canberra ACT
- $80,371 - $87,496 a year
- Microsoft Outlook
- On-the-job training
12d
Driver
Compass Group Australia —Canberra ACT
- Weekend availability
- Communication skills
Senior Project Manager - Defence
Tetra tech Ltd. —Griffith ACT
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- Recruiting
- Construction
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
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Leading Hand Cleaners - Defence Sites
Compass Group Australia —Canberra ACT
- Weekend availability
- Cleaning
- Leadership
- Communication skills
Medical Receptionist
Serco Plc —Campbell ACT
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Administrative experience
- Clinic
- Employee assistance program
Groundsperson
Downer Group —Duntroon ACT
- Contract
- Employee assistance program
Integrated Logistics Support Manager
Nova Group —Canberra ACT
- Full-time
- ERP systems
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
Information Security Governance Officer
Leidos —Canberra ACT
- Full-time
- Systems design
- Annual leave
EL 1 Assistant Director – Lived Experience - Canberra ACT
Department of Veterans' Affairs —Canberra ACT
- $131,960 - $144,908 a year
- Research
- Communication skills
13d

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ACT - Defence Roles

Compass Group Australia -
Canberra ACT

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time | Casual

Qualifications

Culinary experience
Certificate IV
First aid
Certificate III
Driver Licence
First Aid Certification
Security
Leadership
Communication skills

Full Job Description

ESS delivers the best hospitality and support services to remote and Defence sites across Australia. From mess halls and accommodation to gyms, pools and recreation facilities, our teams keep Defence communities running smoothly every day.

ESS, part of Compass Group, provides integrated hospitality, sport, recreation and support services to the Australian Defence Force (ADF). We are currently seeking dedicated, safety-minded and customer-focused team members to join our on-base operations across Sport & Recreation, Aquatic Facilities, and Catering/Cleaning Services.

Sport, Recreation & Aquatic Responsibilities:

Oversee daily operations of the gym and pool, ensuring compliance with water quality, safety, and legislative standards
Supervise facility users and maintain emergency response readiness, including lifeguard coverage
Lead inspections, enforce site-specific safety instructions, and maintain compliance documentation
Support Sport & Recreation compliance standards across all fitness and aquatic areas
Conduct fitness centre inductions and provide customer support to facility users
Ensure facilities and equipment are clean, well-maintained, and safe for use
Respond to emergencies, including first aid and oxygen administration where required
Report hazards, near misses, and incidents promptly
Contribute to a proactive culture of safety, wellbeing, teamwork, and professionalism

Catering, Cleaning & Kitchen Responsibilities:

Provide welcoming and efficient hospitality service in ADF mess halls and dining facilities
Assist with basic food preparation, plating, and meal service
Operate tills or support café service where required
Wash, sanitise, and store crockery, cutlery, and kitchen equipment
Operate commercial dishwashers and maintain clean kitchen environments
Assist with stock rotation and storage
Follow strict food safety, hygiene, and Defence security standards

Fitness Requirements:

3+ years’ experience in a fitness, aquatic, recreation, or supervisory role (for Sport & Recreation positions)
Cert III or IV in Fitness (essential for gym-based roles)
Current Lifeguard Award (for aquatic roles)
Level 1 First Aid & CPR, with ability to administer oxygen
Experience managing staff rosters, attendance, and performance (where applicable)
Friendly, reliable, and professional with strong communication skills

All Position Requirements

Comfortable working in structured, high-compliance Defence environments
Current Australian Driver’s Licence and reliable transport (some sites may require travel)
Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and operational excellence
Australian Citizenship is mandatory (Defence security clearance required)
Ability to obtain and maintain a National Police Check and Defence clearance3

The Benefits

Work with a national organisation supporting the Australian Defence Force
Job security with a global leader in facilities management and hospitality services
Supportive, inclusive, and team-oriented culture
Ongoing training, career development, and progression opportunities
Access to Compass Group health, wellbeing, and learning programs

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ACT - Defence Roles

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