About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Manager to join our team and play a pivotal role in advancing Australia's Defence High Frequency Communications capability across multiple sites.
This leadership position will require providing high-level expertise in commercial strategy, procurement, subcontracting, and bid support. The successful candidate will drive the preparation and execution of tender and contractual strategies, manage subcontract agreements, and oversee commercial aspects of bids, tenders, and procurement operations.
The role offers an opportunity to lead, mentor, and collaborate with key stakeholders, ensuring optimal integration between delivery, financial models, and contractual frameworks. The individual will be instrumental in shaping commercial decisions, negotiating complex agreements, and contributing to our continuous improvement initiatives.
To be successful, you will bring:
* Australian citizenship with a Defence Security Clearance (or the ability to obtain)
* Degree/Bachelor/Master's in Business, Commerce, Law, or similar
* Extensive knowledge of commercial, contracts, subcontracts, procurement, supply-chain engagement, and business management
* Relevant experience in Defence or other high-risk industries
* Experience of engaging with national and international customers and suppliers
* Knowledge of managing trade controls compliance including importing and exporting
Key Responsibilities
* Lead high-impact Defence projects
* Shape strategic commercial decisions
* Work with cutting-edge technology and industry-leading Defence capabilities
Benefits
* Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave, and more
* We offer flexible working arrangements where possible to help employees find the right balance between work and home life
* We provide a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career, supported by our capability framework, ongoing access to self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning, and access to study leave
* You'll have access to endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel, and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan
* Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, access to our employee assistance program, and two days annually from your personal leave as wellbeing days
* You'll be able to participate in our weRecognise program which is an opportunity to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day
Who We Are
We are a globally connected organisation that operates across sectors such as Defence, Commercial Marine, Aviation, Airports, Communications, Emergency Services, and Engineering Consultancy.
We pride ourselves on being trusted to deliver bespoke, highly skilled engineering services for over a century.
Some of our programs involve:
* Providing emergency medical and search & rescue aviation services
* Designing and supporting key systems for submarines and surface ships
* Providing fleet-wide through-life support and asset management services for Navy customers
* Managing critical assets for a range of sectors