Defence and Security Market Leader

Mott MacDonald

. Drive strategic direction, market influence and operational performance for the Defence & Security business .

Posted 9/22/2026part-timeMelbourne • AustraliaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership and strategic direction in Defence, Water, Transport, and Energy sectors, with a focus on operational performance, team development, and client relationship management. Proven ability to translate corporate strategy into actionable initiatives that drive growth and profitability.

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Leadership Experience in DefenceStrategic Planning and ExecutionClient Relationship ManagementOperational Performance ManagementTeam Development and Coaching

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Hard Skills

Business PlanningFinancial OversightPerformance ManagementMarket AnalysisSuccession Planning

Soft Skills

Collaborative LeadershipProactive MindsetCoaching and DevelopmentAccountabilityCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Tertiary Qualifications in Engineering

Industry Keywords

DefenceWaterTransportEnergyStakeholder Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive strategic direction, market influence and operational performance for the Defence & Security business
Lead a large and diverse team and guide and coach a varied senior leadership cohort
Set a compelling vision, communicate expectations and motivate teams to deliver results
Identify and develop emerging leaders and build strong succession pipelines
Foster a high-performance culture centred on accountability, collaboration and excellence
Translate national corporate strategy into actionable initiatives for the Victorian market with measurable outcomes
Provide strategic insights and influence at a national leadership level to shape business priorities
Build and maintain networks across Defence, Water, Transport and Energy markets, industry bodies, government, major clients, contractors and partners
Drive growth and profitability for the Victorian division with accountability for revenue and margin performance
Oversee operational delivery, efficiency and client satisfaction

Requirements

What you’ll need

Tertiary qualifications in Engineering or related field
Proven leadership experience in Defence, Water, Transport, Energy or a closely aligned sector
Strong ability to translate strategy into practical action, with a track record of delivering measurable results
Deep understanding of the Defence, Water, Transport and Energy market landscape, trends, challenges and opportunities
Demonstrated capability in building trusted relationships with clients, stakeholders, partners and industry bodies
Experience leading large, diverse teams with an emphasis on coaching, development and uplifting capability
Collaborative leadership style that builds high-performance, accountable and engaged teams
Strong commercial and operational skills, including business planning, financial oversight and performance management
Proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to navigate complexity and drive positive change

Benefits

Comp & perks

A flexible and agile work atmosphere that caters to your professional journey and life's special moments
A competitive salary complemented by Discretionary Group and Personal Performance Bonuses for eligible employees
Comprehensive coverage including life and salary continuance insurance
Option to purchase extra annual leave
Employee resource groups including the Inclusive Network for Women, Corporate Social Responsibility and more
Employee ownership model with a stake and a voice in the business
Personal and group performance bonuses
Direct pathway towards ownership from day 1 for senior roles
Opportunities to connect directly with senior leadership through formal channels
Part time and job shared roles where possible