Bid Writer (Defence Sector)

ARO TENDER CONSULTING; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 129,000 - 221,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Interstate travel costs covered

Remote/WFH options

Job summary

ARO TENDER CONSULTING invites a Bid Writer specialising in the Defence sector for an immediate 2-month contract engagement based in Adelaide, SA. The role focuses on high-stakes proposal writing, technical volume coordination, and capability statements for defence tenders.

The successful candidate will have an active Australian Defence Security Clearance (NV1) and a proven track record in writing and coordinating bids for major defence or secure government projects, with excellent written

Qualifications

• Essential: Proven bid-writing and coordination experience in Defence, maritime, or secure government projects.
• Essential: Active Australian Defence Security Clearance (NV1) required.
• Strong written English, attention to detail, and data synthesis skills.

Responsibilities

• Defence proposal writing for major Defence procurement opportunities.
• Content development translating technical requirements into clear win themes.
• Ensure submissions meet Commonwealth guidelines, ASDEFCON, and client security standards.
• Coordinate input from SMEs, engineers, and leadership under tight deadlines.

Skills

Defence bid writing

Content development

Stakeholder collaboration

English writing

Attention to detail

Deadline-driven

Tools

ASDEFCON framework

Job description

Bid Writer (Defence Sector) Defence clearance is a must

• Location: Adelaide, SA (Remote/WFH options available for interstate candidates; occasional site travel costs covered by client)
• Role Type: 2-Month Contract
• Start Date: Immediate Start
• Department: Pre-Contracts & Tenders Team

About the Opportunity

We are partnering with a major Tier 2 infrastructure and engineering contractor to secure an experiencedBid Writer specialising in the Defence sector for an immediate 2-month contract engagement.

Based in Adelaide (with flexibility for interstate candidates who can travel onsite as required), this role will drive high-stakes proposal writing, technical volume coordination, and capability statements for major defense, maritime, and secure infrastructure tenders.

Main Responsibilities & Key Result Areas

• Defence Proposal Writing: Craft compelling, compliant, and technically rigorous bid responses, executive summaries, and capability statements for major Defence procurement opportunities.
• Content Development: Translate complex technical engineering, maritime, and defense logistics requirements into clear, persuasive customer-focused win themes.
• Compliance & Governance: Ensure all submissions strictly meet Commonwealth procurement guidelines, ASDEFCON frameworks, and client security standards.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Coordinate input from subject matter experts, engineers, and operational leadership under tight submission deadlines.

About You

We are seeking a seasoned bid writer with verifiable experience within the Australian defence and secure infrastructure sectors.

• Essential: Proven track record in writing and coordinating bids for major Defence, maritime, or secure government projects.
• Essential Security Clearance: Active Australian Defence Security Clearance (e.g., NV1) is mandatory for this engagement.
• Skills: Superior written English communication, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to synthesize complex technical data quickly.
• Availability: Immediate availability to commence.

What We Offer

• High-Impact Project: Play a critical role in supporting a major Tier 1 contractor on high-profile Defence tenders.
• Flexibility & Support: Adelaide-based position with full consideration for interstate candidates (occasional onsite travel costs fully covered by the client).
• Competitive Remuneration: Attractive daily rate commensurate with your Defence bidding expertise.

Kind Note: We value genuine experience and authentic communication. Resumes or applications that lack detailed, verifiable history, active security clearance details, or appear AI-generated may not be progressed.