Shape how risk is understood, managed, and acted on across some of Australia's most complex defence and engineering programs.
If you're passionate about improving how teams make decisions under uncertainty—and want to influence real outcomes—this is an opportunity to play a central role in Babcock's mission‐critical delivery environment.
About The Role
As Project Manager (Risk), you'll work within Babcock's central Risk function, partnering with project and program teams to strengthen how risk is identified, understood, and managed across the delivery lifecycle.
You'll contribute to bothhands‐on project supportandbroader capability uplift, helping teams make better decisions with clearer insight into threats and opportunities.
This role offers a mix ofautonomy, collaboration, and influence, with scope to shape how risk is applied across the organisation.
What You'll Be Doing
Partner with project teams to support effective risk management across complex programs
Contribute to the development and improvement of Risk (Threat & Chance) Management Plans
Facilitate risk workshops, reviews, and conversations that drive practical action
Provide guidance on integrating risk with project controls, governance, and decision‐making
Support consistent application of enterprise frameworks, tools, and processes
Develop clear and insightful reporting for stakeholders at different levels
Help assess and improve risk maturity across projects
Contribute to capability uplift through coaching, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement
About You
You bring a thoughtful, structured approach to problem‐solving and enjoy working with others to navigate uncertainty.
You may already have strong experience in risk management, or you may be building depth through related areas such as project controls, assurance, governance, or delivery.




You'll Thrive Here If You
Are comfortable analysing complex situations and identifying what matters most
Communicate clearly and can tailor your message to different audiences
Build trusted relationships and collaborate well with diverse stakeholders
Are confident asking questions and offering constructive challenge
Enjoy learning, improving, and helping others build capability
Can balance detail with a broader strategic perspective
What You'll Bring
Experience in risk management or a related discipline (e.g., project management, controls, assurance, engineering, or governance)
Understanding of how risks and opportunities impact project outcomes
Ability to interpret information and translate it into practical insights
Relevant qualification (or equivalent experience) in a related discipline
Eligibility for an Australian or NZ Defence Security Clearance based on site location
Your Future At Babcock – What We Offer You
Our agile working policies offer more choice and autonomy.
For you, this could mean flexible start and finish times, a mix of office and home working, or even condensed working weeks.
Our work‐life integration policy offers attractive leave entitlements including wellbeing leave, volunteer leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave, and we are proud to be a Work180 Top 101 endorsed employer.
Babcock's supportive and engaging environment, coupled with our capability framework,



aims to advance your career with internal development programmes, self‐led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave.
Our beRewarded platform offers endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan.
As a principles‐driven organisation, our weRecognise programme aims to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in line with our Principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver.
Who We Are
Babcock Australasia combines the best talent and in‐country expertise while leveraging the rich 130+ year global heritage of Babcock International Group, a FTSE 100 international defence company.
Our team of 1,800+ experienced staff ensures critical services and assets are readily available, affordable, and future‐proof.
From maritime sustainment and secure communications, to lifesaving helicopter missions and managing critical fleets, we ensure our customers are equipped to fulfil their mission.
We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience; however, due to the defence orientation of this role, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain an appropriate level of Commonwealth Personnel Security Clearance, as defined in the AGSVA guidelines.
Veterans are encouraged to apply.
This position requires working with, or exposure to, US and AU export‐controlled technology; compliance with the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the AU Defence Trade Controls Act **** will be assessed.
Pre‐employment checks, including reference checks, police check, security check, qualifications and right to work, may be required if your application progresses.
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📌 Project Manager (Risk) (Western Australia)
🏢 Babcock Australia & New Zealand
📍 Western Australia