RELOCATE TO AUSTRALIA: Defence Opportunities Available

AECOM; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

6 weeks additional annual leave

Flex public holidays

Professional development courses

Job summary

AECOM is seeking experienced professionals to support Australia’s defence and nuclear capability with major infrastructure programs. You will contribute to complex, highly regulated projects in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and industry partners, leveraging NSQEP and potential AUKUS clearance.

The role offers hybrid work options and opportunities to advance sovereign capability across defence infrastructure while mentoring colleagues and delivering safe, resilient solutions.

Qualifications

• Defence or nuclear sector experience is essential.
• Relevant professional qualifications in your discipline are required.
• Strong technical capability within your discipline for delivering complex projects.
• Experience on large-scale, multidisciplinary or highly regulated infrastructure programs.
• Proven leadership and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams and clients.

Responsibilities

• Apply your Defence/Nuclear experience to major Australian programs in defence, maritime and infrastructure.
• Contribute to projects shaped by AUKUS and sovereign capability priorities.
• Lead and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external partners.
• Mentor colleagues and share expertise across AECOM's Defence and infrastructure groups.
• Support delivery of safe, resilient, and technically complex facilities.

Skills

Defence experience

Nuclear experience

NSQEP

Security clearance

AUKUS clearance

Leadership

Technical capability

Education

Degree in relevant discipline

Job description

• Maritime Structures
• Building Structures - NSQEP
• Architects - NSQEP
• Design Managers - NSQEP
• Nuclear Systems Engineering
• Quality & Assurance
• Hydraulic Engineering
• Fire Protection Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering

If your experience aligns with these areas, we welcome an initial conversation about opportunities with AECOM in Australia.

How you'll make a difference:

Joining AECOM's team in Australia will give you the opportunity to apply your experience to some of the country's most significant and complex Defence and infrastructure programs.

You will have the opportunity to apply your expertise to:

• Major Defence, maritime and nuclear infrastructure programs supporting Australia's long-term strategic capability.
• Complex projects shaped by the AUKUS partnership, Australia's nuclear-powered submarine capability and broader investment in sovereign Defence capability.
• The design and delivery of safe, resilient and technically complex infrastructure across the Defence estate.
• Multidisciplinary teams and industry partners working on some of Australia's most significant national security programs.
• The development of Australian sovereign capability, bringing your technical expertise and project experience to a growing market.
• Mentoring and collaboration with colleagues across AECOM's global Defence and infrastructure business.
• Projects that will have a long-term impact on Australia's Defence capability and national security.

We are particularly interested in candidates with:

• Defence or nuclear experience - Experience working within the Nuclear Defence sector, highly regulated environments with NSQEP experience highly regarded.
• Relevant qualifications - A degree or relevant professional qualification in your discipline.
• Technical expertise - Strong technical capability within your discipline and experience delivering complex projects to high standards.
• Major project experience - Experience working on large-scale, multidisciplinary or highly regulated infrastructure programs.
• Leadership and collaboration - The ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams, clients and industry partners.
• Security clearance - Existing AUKUS security clearance is advantageous. Candidates will need to meet the relevant AUKUS security clearance and eligibility requirements for the position.

As Australia's defence and nuclear capability continues to grow, we are looking to connect with experienced professionals from the UK who can bring their expertise to Australia.

Australia's Defence Future Australia is entering a significant period of investment in defence capability and infrastructure. The 2024 National Defence Strategy and Integrated Investment Program set out a long-term program to strengthen the Australian Defence Force and build the capabilities required to respond to an evolving strategic environment. The AUKUS partnership, alongside Australia's growing focus on nuclear-powered submarine capability and broader sovereign defence capability, is creating exciting opportunities for professionals with experience across defence, nuclear and major infrastructure programs.

Our Defence capability AECOM is supporting Australia's Defence sector through the planning, design and delivery of critical infrastructure and capability programs. Our teams bring together global expertise and deep local knowledge to deliver complex, secure and resilient assets across the defence estate. From major defence infrastructure and facilities through to highly specialised nuclear programs, we work with clients to develop solutions that are safe, adaptable and fit for the future.

AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders - past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses. Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here: https://aecom.com/au/our-vision-for-reconciliation/.

About AECOM

AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion - a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, full-time, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options
• Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
• Flex public holidays - swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
• Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities

Ready to push the limits of what's possible?

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.

Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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