In-Demand Act defence roles Jobs in Canberra, Act

ACT - Defence Roles
Compass Group Australia —Canberra ACT
- Part-time
- Culinary experience
- First Aid Certification
- Leadership
ESS Defence - ACT Cleaning
Compass Group Australia —Canberra ACT
- Weekend availability
- Cleaning
- Communication skills
Mobile Patrol Officer
Xtreme Service Holdings —Canberra ACT
- $49,900.00 - $88,107.23 a year
- Part-time
- First Aid Certification
- In-person
- Communication skills
Quick Apply
13d
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
Storeperson
Toll Group —Campbell ACT
- Weekend availability
- Organisational skills
- Computer skills
- Communication skills
9d
Project Coordinator
Leidos —Canberra ACT
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Annual leave
11d
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
7d
Senior Systems Engineer
Stolt Group —Canberra ACT
- From $1,000 a day
- Contract
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- In-person
Quick Apply
Industrials & Infrastructure | Multiple Opportunities Available | Canberra
Deloitte —Canberra ACT
- Part-time
- Leadership
- Parental leave
Dispensary Assistant/Technician
Serco Plc —Campbell ACT
- Weekend availability
- Organisational skills
- Employee assistance program
1d
APS Level 4 Executive Assistant
Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry —Canberra ACT
- $80,371 - $87,496 a year
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative experience
- Business
7d
Real Estate Advisory Manager | Defence & Major Programs
Deloitte —Canberra ACT
- Research
- Parental leave
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
7d
F&B Attendant
Compass Group Australia —Canberra ACT
- $27.09 an hour
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Customer service
- Food service
- Employee discount
- Free food
Strategic Communications Adviser
Amentum —Canberra ACT
- $165,000 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Editing
- Parental leave
- Employee discount
Quick Apply
2d
Trainer
Thales —Deakin ACT
- Full-time
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
7d
Project Support Officer
Downer Group —Canberra ACT
- Management
- Administrative experience
- Budgeting
EL 1 Assistant Director – Lived Experience - Canberra ACT
Department of Veterans' Affairs —Canberra ACT
- $131,960 - $144,908 a year
- Research
- Communication skills
8d
Director | Defence & Major Programs
Deloitte —Canberra ACT
- Leadership
- Parental leave

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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 jobs in canberra, act

ACT - Defence Roles

ESS Defence - ACT Cleaning

Mobile Patrol Officer

Medical Receptionist

Groundsperson

Storeperson

Project Coordinator

APS Level 5 Executive Assistant

Senior Systems Engineer

Industrials & Infrastructure | Multiple Opportunities Available | Canberra

Dispensary Assistant/Technician

APS Level 4 Executive Assistant

Real Estate Advisory Manager | Defence & Major Programs

2027 Graduate Development Program ABARES Stream

F&B Attendant

Strategic Communications Adviser

Trainer

Project Support Officer

EL 1 Assistant Director – Lived Experience - Canberra ACT

Director | Defence & Major Programs

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