Senior Project Manager – Change

Job Location: This role is based in Adelaide SA.

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements including a 9-day fortnight – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this role.

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Role Description:

An exciting opportunity has arisen to manage the Program Change team on the Destroyer Capability Enhancement (DCE) Program. As the Senior Project Manager – Change, you’ll be leading a cross-functional team in the management of all aspects of program change. You’ll be responsible for overseeing all aspects of change across a large and complex sustainment program. Key to your success will be your ability to provide expert advice, continue to embed and develop the change management governance and ensure the creation of high quality change proposals.

Core Duties:

• Lead the end-to-end change management process across the program
• Ensure accurate generation and approval of change project plans and schedule/cost impact assessments, including Value For Money (VfM) assessments
• Assess and approve the submission of change proposals in accordance with the business DoA framework
• Manage change budget and forecasts, generating accurate reporting to communicate the status of change to wider stakeholders
• Lead and build a growing change team, fostering a supportive and high performance culture
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across change processes, systems and governance

About You

• Proven significant project management experience in defence sustainment programs
• Significant program change management experience
• Strong commercial acumen and analytical skills with experience in negotiation
• Experience leading teams, reviewing proposals and influencing within a matrix organisational environment
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to use and adapt written and verbal communication skills to suit a variety of different audiences
• Ability to motivate individuals and teams across a number of business areas, to deliver project requirements
• Ability to balance conflicting priorities to deliver against business requirements, with appropriate stakeholder engagement
• Eligibility to obtain an NV1 level defence security clearance

About the Program

Under the Destroyer Capability Enhancement (DCE) program, Australia’s Hobart class destroyers — HMA Ships Hobart, Brisbane and Sydney — will receive advancements that will boost capability to ensure they remain effective in a dynamic maritime environment.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

We support our veteran community through VetNet Australia, along with initiatives such as Reserve Service Leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program, and partner-supported programs.

We welcome applications from all candidates and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

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Security statement

Please note, as a defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain one. Further information regarding security clearances. (Remove for non-ITAR role) International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information