Combat System Support Services Optimisation Manager

COMBAT SYSTEMS SUPPORT OPERATIONS MANAGER

The role

The Combat System Support Optimisation Manager is a critical role that contributes to the efficiency, effectiveness, and operational readiness. The role requires a combination of strategic thinking, analytical skills, leadership capabilities, and a strong understanding of defence operations, regulations and contracting / procurement. This is a specialised role and background and experience in Defence is desirable for this role.

This role will be accountable for:

• Optimising the delivery of combat system support services to ensure efficient delivery that meets the operational needs of our customer.
• Working collaboratively across internal and external teams to develop and achieve buy in across the stakeholder group.
• Liaise and co-ordinate with internal stakeholders to implement the required changes to achieve the optimsed delivery outcome.

Further, the successful candidate will:

Solution Development:

• Understand the current delivery scope and approach for sustainment at Saab
• Engage with stakeholders to achieve agreement with both internal and external stakeholders for the proposed solution.
• Work collaboratively with the relevant functional teams to develop the required change documentation including contract and processes.
• Collaboratively work with our internal teams to develop and document a cohesive and efficient combat system support services solution that is compliant with our contract, provides the service levels required, and maximises value for money.

Change Management:

• Following development of the optimised combat systems sustainment solution, develop a change management plan in conjunction with Saab functional support areas.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Effectively manage collaborative relationships with peers and internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate, engage and actively contribute as a member of the Leadership Team to ensure team success.

People Management

• Assist in the recruitment, development and placement of staff within the Sustainment organisation if required to deliver the outcome

Stakeholder Management

• Develop and maintain close working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.

About you

Your skills and experience will include:

• Demonstrated experience in the development and delivery of sustainment outcomes for Defence, preferably in the maritime domain.
• Demonstrated understanding and experience with delivery of sustainment compliant with ASDEFCON requirements.
• Demonstrated high level leadership and collaboration skills, particularly in the delivery of time constrained outcomes.
• Demonstrated experience working in a complex stakeholder environment including negotiation skills, with the ability to quickly build rapport, develop trusted relationships and find win-win solutions with customers and the business.
• Demonstrated experience maturing and delivering operational excellence/high performance within a sustainment environment.
• Sound decision making capabilities, giving consideration to wider business implications and reputational consequences. Highly effective communications skills, with the ability to easily tailor approaches to effectively engage and negotiate with a wide range of stakeholders in various environments and for varying purpose

Educational Qualifications and Professional Memberships

• Tertiary qualifications in a business or logistics discipline.
• Post-graduate qualifications in engineering or business management/administration desirable but not essential.

This is a Fixed term 1 year contract in either SA or WA with travel required.

A defence security clearance is required for this role. Applicants will be required to hold an Australian Defence Security Clearance to a minimum of NV1 level.  Information including past and present nationality and citizenship may be requested to check eligibility for access to materials controlled under various export control regimes, including ITAR.

Flexible work arrangements such as hybrid work from home / office, 9-day fortnight and part time will be considered for this role.

About us

Saab Australia is a defence, security and cyber solutions provider, specialising in the development and integration of major defence and security systems. For over 30 years in Australia, we have built a reputation for delivering complex systems integration projects that provide proven and advanced capabilities to keep us ahead of today’s challenges.

From combat, communications, security and underwater systems, to mixed reality, cyber security and deployable health solutions, our extensive portfolio of products and services provide high-technology solutions for defence forces and civil industries across the globe.

Apply today to join our crew and deliver solutions with purpose!

Culture and benefits

We employ over 1000 Australians and are committed to fostering a culture of excellence and enriching the employee experience.

By joining Saab, you’ll be a part of a collaborative and supportive organisation, where your professional growth and work-life balance are emphasised. You’ll work within an innovative and vibrant workplace, while having the opportunity to develop a long-term, fulfilling career.

As a valued team member of Saab Australia, you’ll access a variety of perks and benefits to support you and your family including:

• 6 weeks paid leave each year
• 14% superannuation
• Free Income Protection Insurance
• Flexible working options
• Access to the Saab shares matching scheme
• Access to MySaab - our online store offering everything from cash back at hundreds of stores to discounts from exclusive partners

For further information about a career at Saab, visit the page adjacent: https://www.saab.com/markets/australia/careers/saab-life

Applications

Click ‘Apply’ to submit your CV and cover letter in support of your application. Kindly observe that this is an ongoing recruitment process and in exceptional circumstances, the position might be filled before the closing date of the advertisement. We encourage applications as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

By submitting an application to Saab, you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities including, but not limited to: reference checks, Australian Federal Police check, verification of working rights and qualifications, sanctions screening and a pre-employment medical declaration.

Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply. We also welcome applications from individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds.

Saab Australia is a nationally recognised Veteran Employer of Choice that welcomes the interest of ex-service members, veterans and their families.