Job Expectations
Build your career and Australia's future. Not many people can say they are working on building Australia's future. With us you'll be doing just that, leaving a legacy for all Australians. Plus, there's equal employment, great training, and true flexible working arrangements. A fantastic opportunity has presented itself for a Field Business Operations Lead reporting to Executive Manager Field Business Operations.
Field Business Operations Lead
reporting to Executive Manager Field Business Operations
A bit about your role
The Field Business Operations Lead is responsible for driving the alignment and execution of regional field operations to ensure safe, efficient and predictable delivery outcomes. The role provides operational leadership across workforce performance, readiness, project delivery, quality, customer experience and continuous improvement by integrating planning, execution and performance activities into a cohesive operating model.
Working closely with Field Operations, Planning, Project Delivery, Quality, Performance and other key stakeholders, the Field Operations Lead translates business priorities into actionable delivery plans, manages operational risks and dependencies, and drives performance improvement. The role ensures field execution aligns with organisational objectives, governance requirements and workforce capability, while supporting operational excellence and regional maturity.
A bit about you
This role requires a highly capable business and delivery professional preferably with a bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline, complemented by Scaled Agile (SAFe) certification. The successful candidate will bring experience in business analysis, solution design and delivery within large, complex enterprise environments. They will have a proven ability to translate business needs into practical, customer-focused solutions while working effectively across multiple stakeholders, business units and technology teams.
Success will come from a results-driven professional with strong analytical and problem-solving skills,



capable of translating business requirements into scalable technology solutions. The successful candidate will excel in stakeholder engagement, risk management, process improvement and continuous improvement, while driving operational efficiency and delivering outcomes in complex environments.
The ideal candidate will have telecommunications industry experience and a strong background in project delivery, with expertise in change management and operational implementation. They will be experienced in driving business transformation initiatives, supporting agile delivery practices, and ensuring solutions are successfully embedded into day-to-day operations. Solid analytical, communication and stakeholder engagement skills are essential, along with the ability to manage competing priorities and contribute to successful business outcomes in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
Life at nbn
To be part of nbn is to be part of something bigger. There's so much more from here. Our pioneering spirit drives us forward every day. Together, we help lift the digital capability of the nation by building and connecting Australia's best fibre infrastructure into homes and businesses, plus places and things, everywhere. We're continuing to create Australia's network—a network made for more. Not just a way for everyone to do the things they love but transforming the way they do them.
A more inclusive working world nbn is committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace where everyone can feel heard, valued, and respected. We believe diverse perspectives are the key to unlocking greater outcomes and encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. That's why we have:
Reconciliation Action Plan
Accessibility & Inclusion Plan




18 weeks of paid parental leave
Pride in Diversity Platinum Employer
active employee-led diversity pillars
Equal Opportunities for All
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Job Details
This role will be located in Sydney or Melbourne. Please note that this role is a permanent opportunity and applications will close at midnight on 17th September ****. To be eligible for this role, you must have full working rights in Australia. Worker Type Permanent Time Type Full time.
About nbn
nbn is the team behind the design, build and operation of the nbnTM network - one of Australia's largest technology infrastructure projects, which will help better connect Australians with each other and the rest of the world, no matter where you live. But the nbnTM network is so much more than access to fast internet. A state-of-the-art communications network opens up a world of possibilities in areas such as education, business, innovation, healthcare, flexibility, and entertainment. It will help ensure our digital future, and give Australians benefits we can all enjoy for decades to come. At nbn, you'll work with inspirational leaders and innovators in their field, help take on engaging and exciting work, and seek original solutions to new challenges every day. Things move quickly at nbn, and opportunities present themselves all the time. At nbn, you have an incredible chance to broaden your skills and widen your horizons. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to accelerate your career, and shape your own future, along with Australia's.
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📌 Field Business Operations Lead (Sydney)
🏢 NBN Co
📍 Sydney