Are you a well-connected business development professional with deep knowledge of the Australian Defence sector? We're seeking an enthusiastic and hands-on Business Development Manager to drive growth within our Defence portfolio.

You will act as the subject matter expert on Defence engagement, providing guidance on best-practice approaches, market requirements, security clearances, and what success looks like as we develop a foothold in this highly specialised sector. Your input will be crucial to setting up the business’ strategy within the sector well.

This is a full-time permanent opportunity based in Sydney, Adelaide, or Perth.

What You'll Be Doing

- Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities within the Australian Defence sector.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across Defence, including the Royal Australian Navy, Australian Army, Royal Australian Air Force, AUKUS, Defence contractors, and government agencies.
- Leverage existing Defence networks and industry connections to generate new opportunities and expand market presence.
- Provide strategic advice to the business on Defence market engagement, procurement pathways, security requirements, and business development best practices.
- Manage the full business development lifecycle from opportunity identification through to contract award and operational handover.
- Advise internal stakeholders on Defence clearance requirements, compliance obligations, and barriers to entry.
- Monitor market trends, upcoming programs, budget allocations, and competitor activity.

What We're Looking For

- Proven success in a Business Development, Defence Industry, or Strategic Growth role.
- Demonstrated experience developing business within the Australian Defence sector and a solid understanding of Defence procurement processes.
- Practical understanding of Defence security clearances, accreditation requirements, and operational expectations.
- Ability to identify opportunities, influence stakeholders, and convert prospects into long-term partnerships.




- Confident adviser capable of providing guidance to senior leaders on Defence market engagement and positioning.

At Bullivants, for over 120 years, our purpose is to make lifting safe and efficient by partnering with our customers to deliver a range of lifting and heavy rigging products coupled with service and reliability maintenance. As part of the Blackwoods Group, we can tap into and leverage industry leading service and solutions.

Our pillars built around ONE TEAM, INNOVATION, and SAFETY form our unique proposition that guides our culture and ways of working to ensure that our team can always perform at their best. With a national footprint, we are proud to be able to offer career development opportunities for all team members.

Bullivants also promotes diversity and inclusion across our workplaces and encourages applications from all backgrounds, including people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, the LGBTQI+ community and people with disabilities.

At Bullivants, for over 120 years, our purpose is to make lifting protected and efficient by partnering with our customers to deliver a range of lifting and heavy rigging products coupled with service and reliability maintenance. As part of the Blackwoods Group, we can tap into and leverage industry leading service and solutions.

Our pillars built around ONE TEAM, INNOVATION, and SAFETY form our unique proposition that guides our culture and ways of working to ensure that our team can always perform at their best. With a national footprint, we are proud to be able to offer career development opportunities for all team members.

Empowered to deliver as one team!

At Bullivants,



for over 120 years, our purpose is to make lifting safe and efficient by partnering with our customers to deliver a range of lifting and heavy rigging products coupled with service and reliability maintenance. As part of the Blackwoods Group, we can tap into and leverage industry leading service and solutions.

Our pillars built around ONE TEAM, INNOVATION, and SAFETY form our unique proposition that guides our culture and ways of working to ensure that our team can always perform at their best. With a national footprint, we are proud to be able to offer career development opportunities for all team members.

Empowered to deliver as one team!

At Bullivants, for over 120 years, our purpose is to make lifting safe and efficient by partnering with our customers to deliver a range of lifting and heavy rigging products coupled with service and reliability maintenance. As part of the Blackwoods Group, we can tap into and leverage industry leading service and solutions.

Our pillars built around ONE TEAM, INNOVATION, and SAFETY form our unique proposition that guides our culture and ways of working to ensure that our team can always perform at their best. With a national footprint, we are proud to be able to offer career development opportunities for all team members.

Empowered to deliver as one team!

At Bullivants, for over 120 years, our purpose is to make lifting safe and efficient by partnering with our customers to deliver a range of lifting and heavy rigging products coupled with business and reliability maintenance. As part of the Blackwoods Group, we can tap into and leverage industry leading service and solutions.

Our pillars built around ONE TEAM, INNOVATION, and SAFETY form our unique proposition that guides our culture and ways of working to ensure that our team can always perform at their best.. With a national footprint so we are proud to be able to offer career development opportunities for all team members.

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📌 National Key Account Manager (Western Australia)
🏢 Bullivants
📍 Western Australia