Senior Change Lead

Job Description

At BAE Systems Australia

• Do interesting work that MATTERS
• ENJOY what you do
• GROW your career
• Be YOU

We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world’s most innovative and groundbreaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.

Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

About the OPPORTUNITY

We have an exciting opportunity for 2 Senior Change Leads to join our DDC – Surface Ships Program based in Adelaide, Melbourne & Sydney, reporting to the Senior Change Practice Manager.

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight hybrid working.

You will be responsible for executing change and adoption strategies for medium to large-scale initiatives, applying hands-on expertise to deliver high-quality outcomes that align with organisational goals and support the seamless integration of change efforts into project delivery. This role involves close collaboration with stakeholders, proactive risk management, and direct contributions to the creation and delivery of change deliverables. The Senior Change Adoption Lead also supports the continuous improvement of change frameworks to drive successful and sustainable outcomes

Key responsibilities include:

• Manages the development and execution of change & adoption plans for medium to large-scale initiatives, ensuring integration with project schedules and stakeholder needs. Provides strategic guidance to leaders to drive alignment and support
• Facilitates alignment and collaboration with key stakeholders, managing relationships to secure commitment for change initiatives while adhering to the organisational Change Framework
• Executes change management activities, including conducting impact assessments, developing communication scripts, facilitating stakeholder sessions, and collaborating with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to deliver training content that ensures effective adoption
• Designs and delivers targeted communication plans, ensuring integration with project timelines and collaboration with communications teams to maintain consistency
• Identifies risks related to change and adoption, collaborating with project teams to develop and implement mitigation strategies proactively
• Monitors and evaluates change performance metrics, using research data to inform adjustments and improvements to the Change Engagement Plan
• Produces detailed progress reports, providing analysis and recommendations to the Steering Committee and project leaders to guide decision-making
• Contributes to the development and refinement of change methodologies and tools, supporting practitioner training and consistency in application

About YOU

• Tertiary qualification in Organisational Psychology/ Human Resources is considered desirable
• Certification in PROSCI or APMG is considered desirable
• A background in end-to-end Software Delivery, work with Supply Chain Changes, warehousing or Program Assurance is considered desirable
• Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain Baseline Clearance

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don’t tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don’t meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

About US

You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.

Our people are diverse, and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.

As Australia’s largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.

BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families. We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.

To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au

Clearances

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 appropriate clearances. Further information regarding security clearances.