Start: circa 16 July 2026
Duration: 11 months – with 1 x 12 month extension options
Location: Canberra, ACT or Remote

Basic Requirements:

• AGSVA Security clearance.
• Defence experience.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a professional editor
• Experience producing book-length manuscripts that comply with established style sheets.
• Fluency in the MS Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working both independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to organise and manage multiple deadlines and priorities
• Institute of Professional Editors membership
• Formal qualification in editorial services

To receive the full information for this position, please “apply now” with your CV.

Application deadline: 8am Fri 19 Jun 2026

HTR are offering very attractive contract day rates. We offer flexitime and remote work when possible. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Australia Defence sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

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