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So, we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view.\nFrom manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries - and working together to build a future we can all trust.\nThis role is part of our corporate team, a central hub for Thales Australia. It’s where our shared services which includes finance, legal, HR, procurement etc come together to make sure all teams across Australia have access to the business services they need. Cross-functional collaboration helps us build out Thales’ capabilities - and helps us open up new career opportunities for employees all across the business.\nThe role of the Scylla ISS Contract Manager is to support the Scylla ISS project team to successfully deliver this programme, by providing contract management support, specifically for the Scylla ISS programme portfolio. In this role the Contract Manager’s areas of focus are:\n- Support the achievement of the Thales Australia Underwater Systems financial and strategic objectives;\n- Ensure compliance with ethical and contractual undertakings; and\n- Ensure the commercial integrity of commitments being made on behalf of the company.\nThe Scylla In Service Support (ISS) programme is a complex, multi-entity, programme split into a portfolio of projects. 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Applicants must be Australian citizens and be eligible to obtain necessary security clearance.\nAdditional information with regards to clearances is available from the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/. In some cases, individuals who hold a current clearance from a foreign government may be eligible to have this clearance recognised by the Australian Government and be eligible for this role.\nThe Australian Defence Trade Controls Act (DTCA) is applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. The U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.\nWE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY\nAfter you have applied, you will receive an email acknowledging your application. We’ll then provide a personalised experience for suitable applicants as we progress the selection and assessment process. Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and depending on the role type, medical checks as well.\nIt’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right - no matter your background or personal circumstances - please introduce yourself or join our community. We’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.\nWe’re proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there’s always more we can do. 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