About the Role
As demand grows across our Defence High Frequency Communications contract, Babcock is looking for an experienced Subcontracts Specialist to join our team at the cutting-edge of military communications technology. This role plays a key part in delivering the Enhanced Defence High Frequency Communications System (EDHFCS) under the Commonwealth’s JP9101 Program.
This role will work closely with the Subcontracts Manager to deliver high‑quality commercial, contract and subcontract outcomes. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in complex environments and enjoys owning the detail — from subcontract formation through to delivery, performance and close‑out.
In this role, you’ll support the full subcontract lifecycle, ensuring our subcontract arrangements are aligned to the Prime Contract, commercially sound, and compliant with Defence and Babcock standards. You’ll work directly with key subcontractors, internal stakeholders and cross‑functional teams to manage performance, resolve issues, drive Contract Status Reporting, and ensure obligations and risks are well controlled.
You’ll also contribute to developing commercial frameworks, probity processes, evaluation models and subcontract documentation that set the program up for long‑term success. Your expertise in contract management, dispute resolution, claims, and performance oversight will help shape a culture of continuous improvement across the program.
If you’re looking to make an impact on a nationally significant Defence capability, and want to work with a high‑performing commercial team, this is an opportunity to step into meaningful, career‑defining work.
To be successful, you will bring:
Your future at Babcock – what we offer you
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 ensure 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
So, if you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the ‘Apply Now’ button below.
To learn more about Babcock visit www.babcock.com.au
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 a Security Clearance, as defined in the AGSVA guidelines.
Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks. These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, police check, security check, qualifications and right to work.
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Job Requisition ID - 73837
Babcock is a FTSE 100 defence company operating in our focus countries of the UK, Australasia, Canada, France and South Africa, with exports to additional markets.
Our Purpose, to create a safe and secure world, together, defines our strategy. We support and enhance our customers’ defence and security capabilities and critical assets through a range of product and service solutions. We meet our customers’ requirements of value for money, increased availability, modernisation and flexibility.
These projects take all different kinds of professionals, from chartered engineers and project managers, to naval architects, data analysts and everything in between. To bring through the next generation of engineering and business experts, we offer apprenticeships and roles for students, graduates and fully-qualified professionals.
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