Training Systems Developer

Join our Downer Professional Services team and play a key role in delivering complex defence and national security projects that safeguard Australia’s future.

Downer Professional Services is comprised of two business units, our Technical, Advisory, and Capability consulting practice and Team Downer, a major service partner to Defence. Together, we are a multi-disciplinary advisory and delivery partner of choice for our clients in Defence and National Security.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Defence Training Manager to support a complex Defence capability within the SDAC SPO environment.

This role will lead the coordination, development and delivery of specialist training solutions across multiple projects, working closely with Project Directors, Project Managers, Defence stakeholders and technical specialists. You will provide expert advice on training requirements and ensure training solutions are aligned with capability outcomes and the Systems Approach to Defence Learning (SADL).

With a strong focus on stakeholder engagement, training governance and specialist capability development, you will play an important role in ensuring Defence personnel and support teams are prepared to effectively operate and support the capability.

Please note: Domestic and international travel will be required for this role.

What You’ll Do

Working across project teams and stakeholder groups, you will provide specialist training leadership and advice throughout the capability lifecycle. You will lead SPO coordination and communication activities relating to project training, while providing expert advice to Project Directors and Project Managers to help define and develop training scope. You will also lead and facilitate Training Working Groups, drive stakeholder engagement, and review and analyse existing ADF, partner force and other government agency training continuums in accordance with SADL.

As well as

• Lead the development, review and maintenance of specialist training solutions.
• Develop learning and training material for Defence personnel and capability support teams.
• Prepare and present training documentation, deliverables, reports and recommendations.
• Analyse training requirements and evaluate the effectiveness of training development activities.
• Work with project teams to identify workforce impacts and develop localised training plans.
• Build strong relationships across Defence, industry and other key stakeholder groups.
• Identify training risks and issues and recommend practical solutions aligned with strategic objectives.

• Manage competing priorities, resources and activities to achieve key training milestones and deliverables.

About You

You will bring a strong Defence training background combined with experience working in complex technical or capability environments. Importantly, you will be comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders while also being able to get into the detail of training design, documentation and delivery.

Ideally, you will have:

• Experience working with Space technology and systems.
• Experience developing Defence training programs and associated documentation.
• Experience or knowledge of Electronic Warfare.
• An ADF training background.
• Strong knowledge and practical experience working with the Systems Approach to Defence Learning (SADL)
• Experience operating within a classified Defence environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills.

Highly desirable

• More than five years' Defence training management experience.
• Previous Defence Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) experience.
• Experience within Defence Capability Acquisition and Sustainment environments.
• Experience working within an SPO or similar Defence capability/project environment.

Given the nature of the work, applicants must also be able to operate effectively within classified Defence environment and must be able to support training development and delivery activities in Toowoomba, Adelaide, Exmouth and Canberra, with additional domestic and international travel required according to SPO needs.

Why Downer Professional Services

At Downer Professional Services, we’re not just a workplace - we’re a business dedicated to contributing to the shaping of the future of defence in Australia. As the country’s only sovereign prime, we’re committed to making a real difference in protecting Australia’s interests.

What it means to belong at Downer Professional Services

• Meaningful work: Help to deliver critical Defence projects that protect Australia and shape its future.

• Professional development: Access career mapping, accelerated learning programs, and shared learning through our Communities of Practice.

• Great perks: Enjoy discounts on healthcare, retail, vehicles, and more through Perks@Downer.

• Veteran support: Benefit from initiatives like up to 20 days of Reservist Leave to stay connected post-service.

You want your work to matter and so do we. With over 26,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific, our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives, backgrounds, and ideas.

We know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging.

We’re committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we welcome people of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultures, abilities, and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pasifika Peoples, veterans, people with disability, and neurodivergent individuals. Even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with this role, we’d still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit, apply - potential counts, and so do you.

As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer, we support flexibility that works for your life, inclusive leadership that values your voice, and equitable access to opportunity so you can do your best work and bring your whole self to it.

If you need support or adjustments through the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to help you put your best foot forward.