About the role
At Saab Australia, we’re experts in advanced Defence, security, and civil solutions — delivering technology that protects Australia and keeps our people safe. As we continue to build the workforce of the future, we’re looking for a Learning & Development (L&D) Advisor to help shape, deliver, and elevate our early careers and capability development programs across the business.
As a key member of the People & Culture (P&C) team, the Learning & Development Advisor will play an important role in implementing Saab’s Early Careers Framework and broader learning strategy.
You’ll design, coordinate, and deliver programs that grow our talent pipeline — from graduates and interns to emerging technical professionals — ensuring our workforce remains future-ready.
We work in a fast-paced, demanding, challenging as well as time sensitive environment; we’re diverse, global, resilient, adaptable and agile, therefore the ability to solve problems is critical.
This position also offers Flexible working options and a 9 Day Fortnight.
The opportunity
This role combines strategic coordination with hands-on delivery and stakeholder engagement across the business, making it ideal for an ambitious professional eager to influence Saab’s learning culture and capability uplift initiatives. You will:
Key responsibilities:
- Coordinate and deliver Learning & Development programs, ensuring smooth planning, scheduling, and communication across the business.
- Support the implementation of Saab’s Early Careers Framework, managing graduate, intern, scholarship, and STEM outreach initiatives.
- Partner with business leaders, managers, and participants to ensure a positive early-career experience through proactive engagement and problem-solving.
- Manage program logistics — from financial processing (POs, invoices, budgets) to event organisation and reporting.
- Develop and refine program materials, documentation, and collateral to enhance participant experience and process consistency.
- Track and report on key learning and development metrics, generating actionable insights and recommendations.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders (Finance, P&C, Supply Chain, Communications) and external suppliers to ensure effective delivery.
- Gather feedback, identify opportunities for improvement, and contribute to the continuous evolution of Saab’s learning and capability ecosystem.
About you
You’re an organised, proactive professional with a passion for people development and a knack for bringing structure and clarity to complex programs. You thrive in a fast-paced, technical environment and are confident managing multiple stakeholders with professionalism, discretion, and integrity.
Experience & Skills:
- Demonstrated experience in learning and development, early careers, or HR coordination roles.
- Proficient in HRIS platforms (ideally Workday) and advanced Microsoft Excel (data merging, analysis, reporting).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of building positive relationships with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders.
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands and meet strict deadlines.
- Experience managing confidential information with discretion, integrity, and professionalism.
- Exposure to Defence, engineering, or complex technical environments highly regarded.
- Clear understanding of systems & safety engineering, configuration and asset lifecycle principles in a complex defence environment.
Qualification and Clearance:
- Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
- Eligibility to obtain and maintain a Baseline Defence Security Clearance (Australian citizenship required).
- Security clearance at NV1 or higher (AGSVA)
Personal Attributes:
- Self-motivated and solutions-focused, with a growth mindset and willingness to adapt in a dynamic environment.
- Displays integrity, trust, and professionalism in all interactions.
- Strong attention to detail with a commitment to service excellence.
- Collaborative and inclusive, fostering teamwork and positive engagement.
- Embodies Saab’s core values — Trust, Expertise, and Drive.
Apply Now
If you’re passionate about supporting talent growth, driving learning initiatives, and helping shape Australia’s future Defence workforce — we want to hear from you.
About us
Saab Australia is a defence, security and cyber solutions provider, specialising in the development and integration of major defence and security systems. For over 30 years in Australia, we have built a reputation for delivering complex systems integration projects that provide proven and advanced capabilities to keep us ahead of today’s challenges.
From combat, communications, security and underwater systems to mixed reality, cyber security and deployable health solutions, our extensive portfolio of products and services provide high-technology solutions for defence forces and civil industries across the globe.
Apply today to join our crew and deliver solutions with purpose.
Culture and benefits
We employ over 1000 Australians and are committed to fostering a culture of excellence and enriching the employee experience.
By joining Saab, you’ll be a part of a collaborative and supportive organisation, where your professional growth and work-life balance are emphasised. You’ll work within an innovative and vibrant workplace, while having the opportunity to develop a long-term, fulfilling career.
As a valued team member of Saab Australia, you’ll access a variety of perks and benefits to support you and your family including:
- 6 weeks paid leave each year
- 14% Superannuation
- Free Income Protection Insurance
- Flexible working options
- Access to the Saab shares matching scheme
- Access to MySaab; our online store offering everything from cash back at hundreds of stores to discounts from exclusive partners
For further information about a career at Saab, visit the page adjacent:
https://www.saab.com/markets/australia/careers/saab-life
Applications
Click ‘Apply’ to submit your CV and cover letter in support of your application. Kindly observe that this is an ongoing recruitment process and in exceptional circumstances, the position might be filled before the closing date of the advertisement. We encourage applications as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
By submitting an application to Saab, you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities including, but not limited to: reference checks, Australian Federal Police check, verification of working rights and qualifications, sanctions screening and a pre-employment medical declaration.
Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply. We also welcome applications from individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds.
Saab Australia is a nationally recognised Veteran Employer of Choice and welcomes the interest of ex-service members, veterans and their families