Change Management Specialist

Location:	Brisbane
Category:	Trade / Operations
Position Type:	Permanent
Job Reference:	BOE/1947651
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As a Change Management Specialist within BDA's Operations Integration Team, you will support the successful planning, adoption and sustainment of change across a complex organisation. The Change Management Specialist will help initiatives meet objectives by increasing employee engagement, adoption and performance, and by reducing resistance and transition risk.

You will translate business objectives into pragmatic, evidence based change approaches that help stakeholders understand, adopt and sustain new ways of working. Using stakeholder analysis, impact assessments and measurable adoption metrics, you will ensure stakeholder needs are identified, validated and addressed throughout planning and implementation.

This role requires a proactive, strategic thinker who can navigate organisational complexity, influence leaders and operational teams, and deliver outcomes that align with BDA's priorities.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen and have the ability to obtain Australian Defence Security clearance.

Responsibilities

Supporting Change delivery:

• Develop and implement change management strategies, using structured methodologies and plans that maximise adoption and minimise resistance.
• Integrate change activities with project plans, timelines and governance; advise project teams on sequencing and dependencies.
• Identify risks and resistance points; design and execute mitigation plans.
• Conduct impact analyses, readiness assessments and stakeholder mapping to prioritise interventions.
• Contribute to requirements documentation and support design/delivery of training, coaching and job‑aids.
• Monitor change adoption and performance gaps; implement corrective actions to improve outcomes.
• Partner with project managers to ensure smooth transition and operational handover.

Lead Change Communication:

• Develop and deliver targeted communication strategies and materials that clearly explain change initiatives and their value to different stakeholder groups.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders to craft messages that drive understanding, acceptance, and successful adoption of change.
• Produce communication artifacts (presentations, FAQs, briefs, training content, intranet updates) tailored to audience needs and channels.

Stakeholder analysis, influence and critical thinking

• Identify and analyse stakeholder groups, their concerns and readiness; use data and feedback to refine interventions.
• Validate that stakeholder requirements are captured in change plans and that planned outcomes are being achieved.
• Anticipate adoption barriers, propose practical mitigations and escalate issues where necessary to maintain momentum.

Manage Organisational Complexity:

• Navigate a multi-layered organisational structure and diverse teams to ensure alignment and collaboration in change initiatives.
• Coordinate with cross-functional leaders and project teams to integrate change actions seamlessly into overarching project plans.
• Maintain awareness of organisational dynamics and risks that could impact the success of change activities.

Support Change Planning and Measurement:

• Collaborate and lead the development of change plans, aligning communication and stakeholder engagement efforts with project timelines and objectives.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of communication and change activities, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.

Experience/Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, Organisational Psychology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience as a communication or change specialist focusing on stakeholder engagement, ideally in complex organizational environments.
• Strong critical thinking skills with a demonstrated ability to interpret stakeholder data and influence change outcomes.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, able to distil complex information into clear, persuasive messages.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams and levels of leadership.

About Us

Boeing Defence Australia is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force. As a BDA employee, you will join other innovative, ethical people who have the critical skills required to develop and deliver world class capabilities and systems to protect Australia and its national interests. Joining us is a chance to make your mark, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence.

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are core values. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Benefits

We value the health and wellbeing of our employees and after a successful probation period, offer flexibility including working from home, and flexible start and finish times (in line with business requirements), allowing you to balance your career with what is important to you outside of work.

Working within our team, you will have the opportunity to gain in-depth exposure across various exciting projects and build on your professional network with internal stakeholders and external partners in the industry.

We will celebrate your successes and achievements with a formal reward and recognition program and through employee awards.

We value your professional development and will provide a vast range of formal and informal training, as well as assistance to further education.

We offer competitive salary packaging options and our Employee Incentive Program includes a bonus scheme and a wide range of corporate discounts.

As part of a global company, your career opportunities extend internationally.

BDA actively encourages applications from all members of society. We believe we are our best when our workforce reflects the diverse, talented and passionate communities in which we live and operate. We are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive workplace and recognise the strength this brings to our business.

We foster an environment where every team member can bring their whole selves to work, with equal opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

• Flexible working options
• Study assistance & development opportunities
• Salary packaging
• Employee Incentive Program
• Global opportunities
• Inclusive culture

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