Senior Bid and Project Manager

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – driving this technology are our people.

It takes talented people to build and power the systems and solutions that communities depend on every day. So, we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view.

From 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.

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Senior Bid & Project Manager to join the Land and Munitions business. In this role, you'll lead some of our most strategic and complex opportunities, turning customer requirements into commercially compelling, executable solutions that position Thales for growth.

Working at the intersection of business development, project delivery, engineering, and operations, you will play a critical role in securing future work, influencing win strategies, and establishing the foundations for successful project execution.

Working from our Melbourne Office in the World Trade Centre on Wurundjeri land, your role purpose will be –

• Lead complex bid and tender activities across the Munitions and Land portfolio from pursuit through to submission.
• Translate customer requirements into competitive, compliant, and executable solutions.
• Build and lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality bid outcomes.
• Partner with Capture Managers and business leaders to shape winning strategies.
• Establish the initial project baseline, including scope, schedule, cost, risk, and delivery commitments.
• Drive alignment across engineering, commercial, supply chain, finance, and program teams.
• Identify and manage bid risks, opportunities, and dependencies to improve business outcomes.
• Influence key stakeholders internally and externally to strengthen customer confidence and business reputation.
• Mentor and develop emerging bid and project management talent across Munitions and Land.
• Champion continuous improvement and best practice across bid and project delivery processes.

On day one in this role, we'll expect you to bring the following skills, experience and behaviours:

• Proven experience leading complex bids, programs, or large-scale projects.
• Strong commercial acumen and the ability to balance customer, business, and delivery outcomes.
• Experience influencing senior stakeholders and leading multidisciplinary teams.
• A strategic mindset with the ability to see both the big picture and critical details.
• Strong risk management, planning, and decision-making capability.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-profile environment where outcomes matter.

As part of our commitment, we offer:

• Competitive remuneration + Super + Bonus + Medical Insurance
• ThalesFlex – Hybrid work environment
• Recognised leader in reservist employee support
• Veterans Leave
• Fitness Passport Discount – Access to a network of Gyms across AUS
• Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)
• Modernised Paid Parental Leave
• Novated Lease options
• Family support through our partnership with Parents at Work
• Personal & professional training development opportunities
• Sonder – Wellbeing & Support Partner
• Access to a network of the best people (A Noble Prize winner on our staff list!)
• And much more!

Good to Know

A NV 1 Defence security clearance is required for this role; applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance.

Additional 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.

The Australian Defence Trade Controls Act (DTCA) is applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.

Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and (role dependent) medical checks.

It’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.

We’re proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there’s always more we can do. We’ll continue to foster industry partnerships, employee resource groups (ERGs) and development opportunities to make Thales a genuinely equitable employer, for everyone.

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