Risk Reduction Specialist
This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the planning, scheduling, finance management, execution, and reporting of risk reduction activities for LAND 4140.
Job Description:
The Risk Reduction Manager – LAND 4140 will be embedded within Army Headquarters to support the LC4 Directorate. They will work alongside the Director LC4 (DLC4), SO2 Development (Major), and the LAND 4140 Project Manager to ensure the successful planning and execution of risk reduction activities.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Lead the planning, scheduling, finance management, execution, and reporting of LAND 4140 risk reduction activities.
2. Oversee studies, lab-based technical assessments, and field trials to evaluate system performance and inform project decisions.
3. Produce detailed trial reports and contribute to key project documentation, including user need statements, function and performance specifications.
Stakeholder Coordination & Capability Integration
Work closely with Defence stakeholders, including:
* Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group (CASG)
* Chief Information Officer Group (CIOG)
* Navy, Air Force, and Joint Services
* Industry partners and technology vendors
* Diggerworks and the Land Network Integration Centre
* Act as an above-the-line representative for the Director LC4 (DLC4), ensuring smooth coordination between teams.
* Lead the weekly status reporting of LAND 4140 Land Trials (Land Trial 071 Phase 2 – Tactical Communications Network Architectures) and other project efforts.
Project Governance & Defence Capability Lifecycle Support
Participate in key governance forums, including:
* Project Coordination Meetings (PCMs)
* Integrated Project Management Teams (IPMTs)
* Capability Management Boards (CMBs)
* Technical Working Groups (TWGs)
* Industry briefings and Defence workshops
* Support Request For Tender (RFT) development, tender evaluations, and Offer Definition and Improvement Activities (ODIAs).
* Provide technical and project management advice to Defence working groups, ensuring alignment with Defence Capability Lifecycle processes.
Introduction into Service & Capability Readiness
Support the design of Fundamental Inputs to Capability (FIC), ensuring successful introduction into service.
Collaborate with Forces Command (FORCOMD) and other functional commands to synchronize capability efforts and de-risk project outcomes.
Additional Responsibilities Over Time
Assist in evolving a programmatic approach for LC4 Capability Management.
Contribute to LC4 Governance framework improvements to enhance Defence acquisition strategies.
Support Defence Finance procedures, assisting with capability development funding (specialist finance personnel will manage transactions).
Self-manage work schedules and flag contractual risks to leadership.
Travel to military training areas and remote environments if required.
Requirements:
A highly skilled Defence professional with expertise in risk reduction, tactical communications, and project management is required.
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills – ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Proven experience in risk reduction or technical project management within the C4 domain.
Tertiary qualification in Project Management or equivalent One Defence Capability System training.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
Technical knowledge in tactical communications networks, including:
* C4 integration between software, SOE, LANs, end-user devices, radios, and waveforms.
Hands-on experience with Defence Land C4 radio and cryptographic systems.
Understanding of Defence ICT security and encryption policies.
Previous experience in Defence finance, project scheduling, and Second Pass approvals.
Benefits:
This role offers a chance to contribute to critical Defence capability projects with real-world impact.
A rapidly growing and innovative environment with career progression opportunities.
A supportive and highly skilled team collaborating with top-tier Defence stakeholders.
A chance to shape the future of Defence capability development through advanced technical solutions.
Flexibility, including potential remote work options.
Application Instructions:
Please apply via Easy Apply today and take the next step in your Defence career.
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Contract
Job function: Information Technology, Management, and Strategy/Planning; Defense and Space Manufacturing, IT System Testing and Evaluation, and IT System Design Services