The Role
We are seeking a dynamic, confident and capable leader to join our team as the Assistant Base Manager at Gallipoli Barracks.
This role is an exciting opportunity to support base operations, lead strategic initiatives, drive innovation, and help shape the future of Defence by supporting and enabling critical Defence operations and capability.
Located in Enoggera, Gallipoli Barracks is one of Australia's largest Defence establishments and supports a wide range of Defence personnel and capabilities. The base plays a critical role in enabling operational readiness and delivering essential services to Defence members.
As the Assistant Base Manager, you will play a vital role in the strategic and operational management of several estates by overseeing the day-to-day functions including security, emergency management, facilities, and WH&S compliance. The Assistant Base Manager is also required to develop and manage a small high-performing team to deliver exceptional service and operational outcomes.
As the Assistant Base Manager, you will be required to:
* Support the Base Manager by overseeing day-to-day operations.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with Defence personnel, contractors, partners and other government agencies to ensure seamless service delivery and future planning.
* Manage a small team by providing clear direction, support, performance management and professional development to foster a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.
* Coordinate and oversee base support services to ensure alignment with Defence priorities and operational requirements.
* Ensure compliance with security, emergency management and safety requirements.
* Manage and lead responses to critical incidents, high-risk weather events and emergencies, ensuring continuity of operations and protection of Defence capability.
* Coordinate maintenance and facility management to ensure operational readiness.
* Coordinate support to Defence exercises and operations, including the facilitation of access to training areas and the provision of essential services to deployed personnel.
* Provide strategic advice to senior stakeholders on base operations, infrastructure planning and risk management.
* Champion innovation and continuous improvement to ensure operational excellence.
* Represent or act as the Base Manager in their absence.
About our Team
Northern and Central Zone (NCZ) is a branch of Service Delivery Division (SDD) within the Security and Estate Group (SEG).
SDD is at the forefront of enhancing Defence capabilities and personnel readiness through innovative service delivery and support mechanisms. Our work directly contributes to the operational excellence and welfare of Australia's Defence Force, offering unparalleled opportunities to make a meaningful impact.
NCZ is a critical business enabler of Defence capabilities, prioritising base resources and ensuring service delivery standards across the Defence Estate. NCZ is instrumental in facilitating critical Defence exercises and operations, focused on optimising support for the Australian Defence Force (ADF).
NCZ manages the most significant and largest training areas and ranges in Australia, enabling substantial multinational and bilateral exercises such as Pitch Black and Talisman Sabre. We provide essential, on-the-ground services and support to Defence personnel at locations throughout Queensland, the Northern Territory and the Kimberley region in Western Australia.
Our Ideal Candidate
We are looking for a proactive and adaptable leader who thrives in a dynamic operational environment. Someone who is calm, confident, solutions-orientated and able to make sound decisions when under pressure.
Our ideal candidate will have the ability to anticipate future challenges, work collaboratively building strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, and have a strong customer service mindset.
This role requires a leader who can influence and drive a positive culture of safety, accountability, and service excellence, with a proven record of achieving organisational goals while contributing to a high-performance service delivery environment.
We are looking for someone who:
* Is resilient, adaptable, forward thinking, and comfortable working in a fast-paced complex operational environment.
* Demonstrates strong leadership capability with the ability to manage a small team and drive performance.
* Effectively manages team performance and professional development.
* Displays excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills that strengthen relationships, ensuring positive outcomes and confidence at all levels.
* Confidently manages competing priorities and risks.
* Maintains professionalism in challenging situations.
* Demonstrates the ability to think critically and strategically, identifying issues and drive continuous improvement activities.
* Understands the importance of customer service and delivering high-quality support to Defence.
* Anticipates stakeholder needs and delivers efficient solutions to complex problems whilst maintaining positive relationships.
* Is committed to shaping a secure and sustainable future for Defence.
In turn, we will provide you with the following:
* Annual leave of 20 days per year.
* Christmas stand down (a paid break during the Christmas and New Year period in addition to standard leave).
* Competitive salary and performance-related salary progression for eligible employees.
* 15.4% superannuation.
* Standard hours of 37.5 hours per week.
* Negotiated flexible work arrangements.
* Ongoing training and development.
* Personal/Carer's leave of 15 days per year.
* An additional day of leave per calendar year, on top of regular leave entitlements.
* A range of Parental and Reservist leave.
* Several health, well-being, diversity and inclusion networks.
* Defence Employee Assistance Program provided by Converge International.
Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of something that matters.
We are looking for an enthusiastic leader to join our team immediately. This role is ideal for an energetic and motivated person who enjoys working in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment with a focus on self-improvement and professional development.
A Merit Pool of suitable candidates will also be created for future placement.
Application Closing Date: Sunday 01 February 2026
For further information please review the job information pack, reference SEG/09835/25 on https://defencecareers.nga.net.au/?jati=B3A7AEC4-6ADC-AD4D-C18B-EC90E9E4E751.