Job no: 493701
Work type: Full Time
Location: Head Office, Canberra
Classification: DHA Level 6
About us
DHA was established in 1988 following passage of the Defence Housing Australia Act 1987 (DHA Act) to provide adequate and suitable housing for, and housing related services to, members of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and their families. We remain committed to our purpose of providing housing, and housing related services, to ADF members and their families to support Defence’s operational needs.
DHA manages an expanding portfolio of housing solutions and provides housing for over 17,200 ADF members and their families and administers rent allowance for more than 16,000 ADF members and their families in private rental accommodation. DHA provides housing related services advising on eligibility, providing posting support, and managing bookings and allocation services for all DHA provisioned housing and on-base accommodation to approximately 60,000 ADF members.
To find out more about DHA, please refer to our website or read our latest Annual Report.
About your team
The Business Solution and Technology (BS&T) group provide technology and solutions across business analysis, architecture and integration, software development, software provision and support, data provisioning and reporting, telephony and networks, technical support, infrastructure and cyber security. We partner with the business to deliver a suite of initiatives that provide efficiencies to the broader organisation.
About the role
As the IT Client Services Team Lead, you will be responsible for reviewing, understanding and prioritising support issues for two key service delivery teams: Applications Support and the IT Service Desk. You will work closely with the IT Client Services Manager to ensure operational standards are maintained, deliver a high level of customer service, and ensure effective resolutions are implemented in a timely manner.
Benefits for working at DHA include:
- 15.4% superannuation
- Generous leave entitlements, including 18 days personal leave and 20 days annual leave per year
- Work-life balance and flexible working options
- A positive workplace culture where you can bring your whole self to work
- Opportunities to broaden your industry knowledge and experience
- Career progression and opportunities
- ADF partner employment conditions when posting to a new location
For information on DHA’s Employee Value Proposition, visit our website.
The current vacancy is for 12 months non-ongoing; however a merit pool will be established to fill similar ongoing and non-ongoing vacancies within the next 18 months.
Note: All successful applicants are required to be eligible to complete a Baseline Vetting security clearance for consideration of the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA)
How to apply
To apply, click the Apply Now button below with your current resume and a 500-word pitch, addressing the requirements of the role.
For more information about the role, click View Candidate Information Pack button below.
Applications close: 11:55pm AEST 09 September 2025.
Any questions? Please contact Graham Schneider - A/g IT Client Services Manager
graham.schneider@dha.gov.au / 02 6217 8565
Order of Merit
A merit pool will be established from this process which will be valid for 18 months from the date of advertising. This merit pool may be used throughout this period to fill similar positions in the event positions become vacant.
Inclusion and Diversity
DHA is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from across our community including, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those who identify as LGBTIQ+, ex-defence members, mature aged employees and carers.
RecruitAbility
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability
Eligibility
Employment with DHA is conditional on successful applicants demonstrating that they are an Australian citizen and can obtain and maintain a security clearance at the required level.
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Advertised: 26 Aug 2025 AUS Eastern Standard TimeApplications close: 09 Sep 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time
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