Project Manager (Risk)

Babcock Australia & New Zealand; City Of Cockburn; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working policies

Wellbeing leave

Paid parental leave

Access to development programs

Discounts across various sectors

Job summary

Babcock Australia & New Zealand is seeking a Project Manager (Risk) to enhance risk understanding across complex defense programs. This role involves collaborating with project teams to implement effective risk management strategies and influence decision-making under uncertainty.

You will need prior experience in risk management or related fields, as well as strong problem-solving and communication skills. The position offers flexible working arrangements and a supportive work environment.

We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds; however, eligibility for a Commonwealth Personnel Security Clearance is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in risk management or a related discipline (e.g., project management, controls, assurance).
• Understanding of how risks and opportunities impact project outcomes.
• Ability to interpret information and translate it into practical insights.
• Eligibility for an Australian or NZ Defence Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support effective risk management across complex programs.
• Contribute to developing Risk Management Plans.
• Facilitate risk workshops and reviews.
• Provide guidance on integrating risk with project controls.
• Develop clear and insightful reporting for stakeholders.

Skills

Risk management

Project management

Problem-solving

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Relevant qualification in risk management or related discipline

Job description

Shape how risk is understood, managed, and acted on across some of Australia’s most complex defence and engineering programs.

If you’re passionate about improving how teams make decisions under uncertainty—and want to influence real outcomes—this is an opportunity to play a central role in Babcock’s mission‑critical delivery environment.

About The Role

As Project Manager (Risk), you’ll work within Babcock’s central Risk function, partnering with project and program teams to strengthen how risk is identified, understood, and managed across the delivery lifecycle.

You’ll contribute to both hands‑on project support and broader capability uplift, helping teams make better decisions with clearer insight into threats and opportunities.

This role offers a mix of autonomy, collaboration, and influence, with scope to shape how risk is applied across the organisation.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Partner with project teams to support effective risk management across complex programs
• Contribute to the development and improvement of Risk (Threat & Opportunity) Management Plans
• Facilitate risk workshops, reviews, and conversations that drive practical action
• Provide guidance on integrating risk with project controls, governance, and decision‑making
• Support consistent application of enterprise frameworks, tools, and processes
• Develop clear and insightful reporting for stakeholders at different levels
• Help assess and improve risk maturity across projects
• Contribute to capability uplift through coaching, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement

About You

You bring a thoughtful, structured approach to problem‑solving and enjoy working with others to navigate uncertainty.

You may already have strong experience in risk management, or you may be building depth through related areas such as project controls, assurance, governance, or delivery.

You’ll Thrive Here If You

• Are comfortable analysing complex situations and identifying what matters most
• Communicate clearly and can tailor your message to different audiences
• Build trusted relationships and collaborate well with diverse stakeholders
• Are confident asking questions and offering constructive challenge
• Enjoy learning, improving, and helping others build capability
• Can balance detail with a broader strategic perspective

What You’ll Bring

• Experience in risk management or a related discipline (e.g., project management, controls, assurance, engineering, or governance)
• Understanding of how risks and opportunities impact project outcomes
• Ability to interpret information and translate it into practical insights
• Relevant qualification (or equivalent experience) in a related discipline
• Eligibility for an Australian or NZ Defence Security Clearance based on site location

Your Future At Babcock – What We Offer You

• Our agile working policies offer more choice and autonomy. For you, this could mean flexible start and finish times, a mix of office and home working, or even condensed working weeks.
• Our work‑life integration policy offers attractive leave entitlements including wellbeing leave, volunteer leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave, and we are proud to be a Work180 Top 101 endorsed employer.
• Babcock’s supportive and engaging environment, coupled with our capability framework, aims to advance your career with internal development programmes, self‑led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave.
• Our beRewarded platform offers endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan.
• As a principles‑driven organisation, our weRecognise programme aims to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in line with our Principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver.

Who We Are

Babcock Australasia combines the best talent and in‑country expertise while leveraging the rich 130+ year global heritage of Babcock International Group, a FTSE 100 international defence company.

Our team of 1,800+ experienced staff ensures critical services and assets are readily available, affordable, and future‑proof. From maritime sustainment and secure communications, to lifesaving helicopter missions and managing critical fleets, we ensure our customers are equipped to fulfil their mission.

We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience; however, due to the defence orientation of this role, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain an appropriate level of Commonwealth Personnel Security Clearance, as defined in the AGSVA guidelines. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

This position requires working with, or exposure to, US and AU export‑controlled technology; compliance with the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the AU Defence Trade Controls Act 2012 will be assessed.

Pre‑employment checks, including reference checks, police check, security check, qualifications and right to work, may be required if your application progresses.