Industry Engagement Manager

Primary LocationDSTG Edinburgh
- Job Description SummaryWe are growing - join our Defence division at Service Stream supporting the PAS contract.
- About the Role- We are proud to become a new Australian Department of Defence partner, offering career opportunities to support the delivery of Property and Asset Services across South Australia and the Northern Territory._

We have a role available for an Industry Engagement Manager to join our Defence Division and support this new contract. This is a permanent full-time position that could be based at any of the main defence bases in the Northern Territory or South Australia.

About us

Service Stream is an equal opportunity ASX-listed business that develops and operates Australia's essential services networks across telecommunications, utilities, transport, defence, and social infrastructure industries - _we keep communities connected._

Your next role comes with these perks:
- Flexible working - all flexibility requests are genuinely considered.- Career development - we offer growth opportunities and support internal mobility. You will have access to skill enhancement through our online learning system and onsite training. Mentoring and leadership development programs may also be available.- Access - discounts for hundreds of businesses such as Woolworths, Air BNB, The Iconic, JB HI-FI, Dan Murphys, Bupa Health Care, and Specsavers. We also offer access to novated leasing and a share matching program.- Paid leave - parental, cultural, community service, defence, study, corporate volunteering and purchased leave available.- Culture - we are dedicated to fostering a workplace environment that values diversity and inclusion, and meaningful recognition. You will play a key role in building the culture of our new team.

About the role

You will be developing and implementing comprehensive procurement and Indigenous strategies that foster relationships with Defence communities across all regions and liaise with a variety of external contractors. You will be part of a pivotal role that ensures seamless collaboration and engagement between various stakeholders to achieve desired objectives and promote Indigenous and local business participation in procurement processes.

Your key responsibilities will include:
- Coordinating and facilitating meetings, workshops and events promoting engagement and collaboration.- Developing and implementing procurement and Indigenous engagement strategies.- Establishing and maintaining relationships with external contractors to ensure alignment with desired objectives.- Engaging with Defence communities across all regions to understand and address needs and concerns.- Ensuring compliance with relevant polices, procedures and regulations is upheld in relation to procurement and Indigenous engagement.- Monitoring and reporting on progression of engagement activities and their impact on project outcomes.- Providing guidance and support to internal teams on best practices for community and contractor engagement.

About you- Atleast 5 years’ experience in industry engagement, procurement or project management, preferably within the defence sector.- Experience working with Indigenous communities and organisations.- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.- Strong understanding of procurement strategies, processes and regulations.- Tertiary qualification in Business, Management, Marketing or a related field is highly desirable.

You must be an Australian Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance.

How to apply
- DepartmentHealth & Safety

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