Princple Change Lead

Job description

Principal Change Lead

Job Location: This role is based in Melbourne, Adelaide or Sydney

Who we are:

We have a great opportunity for a Principal Change Lead to join our Digital Data and Cyber Security function based at Adelaide, Sydney or Melbourne, reporting to the Digital Adoption Manager. This role is a 1-year fixed-term contract opportunity.

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.

You will be responsible for leading and executing comprehensive change management, adoption, training, and communication strategies for complex organisational IT initiatives. This role ensures seamless transitions, maximizes employee engagement, and drives the successful implementation and sustainability of change, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and resilience.

Role Description:

We have a great opportunity for a Principal Change Lead to join our Digital Data and Cyber Security function based at Adelaide, Sydney or Melbourne, reporting to the Digital Adoption Manager. This role is a 1-year fixed-term contract opportunity.

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.

You will be responsible for leading and executing comprehensive change management, adoption, training, and communication strategies for complex organisational IT initiatives. This role ensures seamless transitions, maximizes employee engagement, and drives the successful implementation and sustainability of change, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and resilience.

Core Duties:

• Develops and implements change & adoption plans for large scale and complex IT initiatives, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives & benefits, integration with detailed project schedules, and stakeholder requirements.
• Identifies and manages relationships with stakeholders, ensuring their needs and concerns are addressed, documented and included in project planning to secure their support and commitment to change & adoption initiatives.
• Manage the design, delivery, and evaluation of training and development materials that support adoption of project deliverables, ensuring that employees are well-prepared for any new change.
• Leads the execution of change management activities, including change risk assessment, change impact assessments, stakeholder assessments, facilitation of focus group and workshop and alike, to ensure successful adoption of changes.
• Prepare and present detailed progress reports that highlight the status of change & adoption activities, providing insights and recommendations to ensure alignment with project objectives and facilitate informed decision-making by SteerCo and Project Managers.

About You

• A proven track-record of implementing change plans and building a change management practice is considered advantageous
• Prior experience in large-scale or complex IT project Change Management is essential
• Relevant tertiary qualification in HR or Psychology and/ or PROSCI/ CCMP certification is considered desirable
• Ability to hold Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain a Baseline clearance

Why BAE Systems?

Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive

We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

We support our veteran community through VetNet Australia, along with initiatives such as Reserve Service Leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program, and partner-supported programs.

We welcome applications from all candidates and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180 and recipients of the Benchmarcx Top Employer for Candidate Experience Excellence 2026. As members of the Circle Back Initiative, we commit to responding to every applicant.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss the support you may need. You can also connect with us via Careers and Employment.

Security statement

Please note, as a defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain one. Further information regarding security clearances. (Remove for non-ITAR role) International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information