The posting
At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – driving this technology are our people.
It takes talented people to build and power the systems and solutions that communities depend on every day. So, we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view.
From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.
Lead one of VTS Australia's most significant business transformation initiatives.
We're looking for a high-impact leader to champion the migration of VTS Australia into the UniFi Integrated Digital Ecosystem. This is a unique opportunity to shape how our business operates in the future, driving adoption, alignment, and transformation across multiple functions and stakeholders.
As the key link between VTS Australia and the UniFi Program, you'll work directly with senior leaders to translate strategy into action, ensuring our people, processes, and operations are ready for a successful transition.
Working from our Melbourne Office in the World Trade Centre on Wurundjeri land, your role purpose will be –
- Lead the end-to-end transition of VTS Australia into UniFi.
- Drive business readiness, stakeholder engagement, and adoption of new ways of working.
- Partner with leaders across the business to deliver transformation outcomes.
- Navigate complex challenges, identify risks early, and remove barriers to delivery.
- Lead cross-functional teams and workstreams to achieve program milestones.
- Embed sustainable change through clear communication, coaching, and collaboration.
- Monitor performance, measure outcomes, and ensure effective governance throughout the transition.
On day one in this role, we'll expect you to bring the following skills, experience and behaviours:
- Experience leading large-scale transformation, change, or enterprise system initiatives.
- Strong program delivery and stakeholder management capability.
- Proven ability to influence and engage senior leaders across a complex organisation.
- Commercial acumen and the ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
- A track record of delivering outcomes through collaboration, influence, and leadership.
As part of our commitment, we offer:
- Competitive remuneration + Super + Bonus + Medical Insurance
- ThalesFlex – Hybrid work environment
- Recognised leader in reservist employee support
- Veterans Leave
- Fitness Passport Discount – Access to a network of Gyms across AUS
- Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)
- Modernised Paid Parental Leave
- Novated Lease options
- Family support through our partnership with Parents at Work
- Personal & professional training development opportunities
- Sonder – Wellbeing & Support Partner
- Access to a network of the best people (A Noble Prize winner on our staff list!)
- And much more!
Good to Know
A Baseline Defence security clearance is required for this role; applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance.
Additional information with regards to clearances is available from the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/. In some cases, individuals who hold a current clearance from a foreign government may be eligible to have this clearance recognised by the Australian Government and be eligible for this role.
The Australian Defence Trade Controls Act (DTCA) is applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.
Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and (role dependent) medical checks.
It’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right – no matter your background or personal circumstances – please introduce yourself or join our community. We’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.
We’re proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there’s always more we can do. We’ll continue to foster industry partnerships, employee resource groups (ERGs) and development opportunities to make Thales a genuinely equitable employer, for everyone.
Read more about our WORK180 endorsement.
