Unisys ramps up local staff in Nowra to deliver new Defence contract

Six jobs open in Nowra

Nowra, 31 March 2008 – Unisys Australia is ramping up its staff numbers in Nowra to deliver on the new regional information communication technology (ICT) support services contract with the Australian Department of Defence which was announced four weeks ago.

This is Unisys largest deal in the Asia Pacific region and will provide IT support services to 460 Defence locations across Australia.  Unisys will fill approximately six IT positions in Nowra, south of Sydney.

From the outset of the tender process, Unisys has emphasised its intention to employ a significant number of Defence staff currently involved in ICT regional service delivery and this remains a cornerstone of our staffing strategy.  Their experience and knowledge will be a key factor in achieving a smooth transition from Defence to Unisys delivery.

“While Canberra will be the hub of the Unisys Defence program, Nowra’s HMAS Albatross is Australia’s largest operational naval establishment,” said Dominic Welfare, Senior HR Business Partner, Unisys.

“These six IT roles are among approximately 380 roles being recruited nationally by Unisys that will enable more effective services to be provided to the 100,000 users of the Defence Restricted and Secret networks across Australia.”

“These positions present a unique opportunity to contribute to a project that will improve the effectiveness of one of the most important Commonwealth Government departments,” Mr Welfare said.

Under the direction of the Defence’s CIO Group (CIOG), Unisys will provide a range of IT support services, including network security and infrastructure support, server and desktop support of over 100,000 desktop computers across all Defence business groups.

The aim of the project is to improve the quality of ICT service delivery at Defence bases and sites across Australia. This is central to the effective operation of the Department of Defence and critical in supporting Australian Defence Force (ADF) operations.

Unisys has a strong reputation for delivering high-end IT services to a number of Commonwealth departments and agencies and has been providing IT services to the Australian Department of Defence for more than 35 years.

For more information on available positions please log on to www.candlerecruit.com/Unisys.

About Unisys Asia Pacific

Unisys offers clients solutions for secure business operations by aligning technology with business strategy. Drawing on a history of industry innovation and expertise, Unisys provides specialised services, delivered by trusted consultants.  In Asia Pacific, Unisys delivers services and solutions through subsidiaries in Australia, New Zealand, China, Hong Kong, India, Korea, Malaysia, The Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan and Thailand and through distributors or resellers in other countries in the region.  For more information, visit www.unisys.com.  

About Unisys

Unisys is a worldwide information technology services and solutions company. We provide consulting, systems integration, outsourcing and infrastructure services, combined with powerful enterprise server technology. We specialise in helping clients use information to create efficient, secure business operations that allow them to achieve their business goals. Our consultants and industry experts work with clients to understand their business challenges and create greater visibility into critical linkages throughout their operations. For more information, visit www.unisys.com.

Contacts

Claire Hosegood, Unisys, 0411 253 663
claire.hosegood@au.unisys.com

 
Monique Fenech, Impact Communications, 02 9519 5411
monique@impactcommunications.com.au