The key duties of the position include:

The Role

We are seeking motivated and capable professionals to fill a range of strategic planning roles with responsibility for shaping strategic outcomes and delivering work that has an enduring impact on national capability and operations.

In this role, you will contribute to the coordination and integration of facilities and infrastructure to enable Defence capability now and into the future. You will play a key role in planning for the Defence estate, including leading estate change processes and land use decision making. You will also be required to manage and guide project teams in the development of specific assessments and studies to support estate Strategic planning outcomes.

The work brings together strategic thinking and practical delivery. You will work closely with Defence stakeholders, local government, and other government agencies to integrate infrastructure planning, manage development proposals, and coordinate priorities across complex operational environments.

The role requires sound judgement, systems thinking, and the ability to balance capability requirements with safety, sustainability, affordability, and community considerations.

About our Team

Security and Estate Group (SEG) is the consolidated security and service delivery organisation for Defence. SEG is responsible for protecting and advancing Defence’s strategic interests through the provision of security and estate services.

Within Security and Estate Group, Maritime Infrastructure and Integration (MII)



Branch plays a central role in planning and delivery of Australia’s future maritime capability. The branch plans, develops and delivers nationally significant maritime capability, including the AUKUS nuclear-powered submarine pathway. MII Branch also provides a centralised function for coordination and governance of SEG deliverables under the AUKUS nuclear-powered submarine pathway.

The Maritime Infrastructure Planning – West Directorate is responsible for strategic planning of critical 2026 National Defence Strategy maritime capability priorities in Western Australia and undertakes extensive engagement with State Government Departments, utility providers, local Council and community representatives to support estate and regional planning in support of works at Fleet Base West and the Henderson Defence Precinct.

Our Ideal Candidate

- Proven experience in town planning, infrastructure, policy advice, strategic planning, contract management, project management or a related government or industry environment.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with an ability to communicate with influence across multiple stakeholders, including Defence groups and Services, government agencies, local authorities and industry partners.




- Experience in preparing transparent, well-structured advice, briefs, and reports for senior leaders to support timely and informed decision making.
- Ability to foster a positive and inclusive team culture and drive performance through strong leadership while working in a geographically dispersed and diverse organisation.
- Excellent time management skills and an ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines across multiple projects.

Eligibility

Security Clearance:

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at “Negative Vetting Level 1”

Getting to know the Department of Defence

The Department of Defence employs around 18,000 Australian Public Service (APS) employees. Defence APS employees work in a wide variety of critical roles, Australia wide, enabling our three services Navy, Army and Air Force, to do their job. Defence has a range of Australian Public Service (APS) career opportunities that offer interesting, challenging, and unique work. Our workforce includes administrative support, accountants, intelligence analysts, engineers, policy advisors, graphic designers, lawyers, social workers, IT specialists and contract managers to name a few. We offer a rewarding career that includes professional development, work-life balance, recognition, a flexible and supportive work environment and a diverse workforce. To find out more about a career with Defence please visit https://www.defence.gov.au/jobs-careers

📌 Estate Analyst and Planning Manager (East Fremantle)
🏢 Department Of Defence
📍 East Fremantle