Location:	RAAF Base Edinburgh
Category:	Business Support
Position Type:	Permanent
Job Reference:	BOE/1905718A
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Operations Support Manager - Operations Team

Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force. We are leaders in the Defence Industry, delivering cutting edge technology and services to our customers and proactively solving challenges posed by the complex and ever-changing Defence landscape.  

Joining us is a chance to make your mark, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence. As a BDA employee, you will join other innovative people who have the critical skills required to develop and deliver world class capabilities and systems that protect Australia and its national interests.

We are seeking a talented Operations Support Manager to lead the P-8A Poseidon Operations Team. This role will be reporting to the P-8A Program Director, as part of the Senior Leadership Team.

The Operations team provide a range of operational and technical services to support the readiness of the fleet and crews that operate the P-8A capability. The Operations Team supports services provided through Maintenance and Aircrew Training, Operational Support & Field Services, Ground Support Segments including - Synthetic Training Devices, Test Laboratories, Tool Stores, Warehousing.

This role is based in RAAF Base Edinburgh, SA.

In this role you will be responsible for the following:

• Lead and collaborate with geographically dispersed, multi-disciplinary teams to plan and execute complex deliverables for the customer.
• Manage the P-8A Operations portfolio, including Training Services, Cyber Services, Maintenance Training, Field Services, and Ground Support segments (Maintenance/Modification and Help Desk).
• Identify, monitor, and mitigate project risks and issues; pursue opportunities to improve outcomes and escalate promptly when additional support is required.
• Conduct regular review meetings with senior stakeholders to report progress, align on priorities, and establish strategic goals.
• Provide timely, detailed reporting on P-A8 Operational Team performance and program status directly to the P-8A Program Director and other stakeholders.
• Proactively engage with P-8 project stakeholders, including SRSPO and SRG customers, to ensure delivery of agreed results and sustained customer satisfaction.

About you

You are a dynamic leader who will bring technical management skills, effective communication and relationship building strengths to support our Operational Team. You are someone who is comfortable working autonomously and as part of a wider community to seek and drive continuous improvement.

Experience and Qualifications

• Proven experience leading multi-disciplinary, geographically distributed teams in complex defense or aerospace programs.
• Strong stakeholder management, risk management, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with P-8A operations, training, sustainment, or similar military aviation platforms is highly desirable.
• Extensive experience in managing complex projects to successful completion.
• Formal Project Management, Engineering, Business or Management Tertiary qualifications are desired, however, a high-level prior experience will be considered.
• Experience leading or working within a program of works / Project Management Office.
• Experience preparing and submitting contracted deliverables using the Australian Defence Standard for Defence Contracting (ASDEFCON).
• Demonstrated proficiency in all project management areas in accordance with accepted industry project management standards. 
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and ability to exert influence at multiple organisational levels.
• High level communication and negotiation skills with a strong focus on building successful relationships with a broad range of stakeholders.
• Applicants must be an Australian Citizen and hold, or have ability to obtain, an Australian Defence security clearance.

Benefits

We value the health and wellbeing of our employees and offer true flexibility allowing you to balance your career with what is important to you outside of work.

Working within our team, you will have the opportunity to gain in-depth exposure across various exciting projects and build on your professional network with internal stakeholders and external partners in the industry.

• We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide a mixture of flexible office and remote working options.
• We will celebrate your successes and achievements with a formal reward and recognition program and through employee awards.
• We value your professional development and will provide a vast range of formal and informal training, as well as assistance to further education.
• We offer competitive salary packaging options and our Employee Incentive Program includes a bonus scheme and a wide range of corporate discounts.
• As part of a global company, your career opportunities extend internationally.

Culture

BDA actively encourages applications from all members of society. We believe we are our best when our workforce reflects the diverse, talented and passionate communities in which we live and operate. We are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive workplace and recognise the strength this brings to our business.

We foster an environment where every team member can bring their whole selves to work, with equal opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

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