Job Description
Head of Media, Marketing & Communications
Location: Adelaide, SA, AU, 5000 Abbotsford, VIC, AU, 3067 Sydney, NSW, AU, 2000 Barton, ACT, AU, 2600
Onsite or Hybrid: Hybrid
Flexible location anywhere in Australia.
Lead integrated marketing, media and communications across Australasia.
Work closely with global teams to elevate a unified international brand.
About the Role
Due to continued growth across our region, Babcock is seeking an exceptional Head of Media, Marketing and Communications to join our team. Reporting to the Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, this role will be instrumental in shaping how we present our brand, engage our audiences and strengthen our reputation as a trusted sovereign Defence partner.
This senior leadership role oversees the full marketing, communications, media and events portfolio for our Australasian business, ensuring alignment with both local priorities and our global brand and corporate affairs strategy. You will lead the development of an integrated approach to brand positioning, strategic communications and market engagement, providing expert counsel to the Executive Team on reputation, media, stakeholder engagement and public affairs. A key focus will be ensuring our messaging reflects the needs of Defence and Commercial clients while remaining consistent with global standards, governance frameworks and approval processes.
You will guide national marketing strategy, capability positioning and campaign development, supported by strong market insights and competitor analysis. You will lead proactive and reactive media relations, build strong relationships across Defence media and government communications networks, and ensure high‑quality internal communication that supports culture, change and organisational alignment. Your leadership will extend across digital strategy, content development and the delivery of major events, exhibitions and capability showcases, ensuring all activity meets security, safety and compliance requirements.
As the leader of a multidisciplinary team, you will manage budgets, agency partnerships and governance obligations, ensuring compliance with Defence security protocols, export controls and information handling standards. You will maintain close alignment with our global Corporate Affairs function to uphold brand integrity, reporting frameworks and international messaging consistency.
To be successful, you will bring
Australian Citizen with a Defence security clearance (or the ability to obtain).
Tertiary qualifications in marketing, communications, public relations, journalism or related fields.
Senior leadership experience in marketing, communications, media or public affairs within Defence, aerospace, government or a highly regulated industry.
Experience managing media relations, including sensitive or high‑stakes issues.
Proven ability to operate within a global corporate structure, balancing local needs with global brand and governance requirements.
Your future at Babcock – what we offer you
Our agile working policies offer more choice and autonomy. For you, this could mean flexible start and finish times, a mix of office and home working, or even condensed working weeks.
Our work life integration policy offers attractive leave entitlements including (not limited to) wellbeing leave, volunteer leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave, and we are proud to be a Work180 endorsed employer.
Babcock’s supportive and engaging environment, coupled with our capability framework, aims to advance your career with internal development programs, self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave.
Our beRewarded platform offers endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan.
As a principles driven organisation, our weRecognise program aims to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in line with our Principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver.
Who we are
Babcock Australasia combines the best talent and in-country expertise while leveraging the rich 130+ year global heritage of Babcock International Group, a FTSE 100 international defence company.
Our team of 1,800+ experienced staff ensure critical services and assets are readily available, affordable, and future proof. From maritime sustainment and secure communications, to lifesaving helicopter missions and managing critical fleets, we ensure our customers are equipped to fulfil their mission
So, if you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the ‘Apply Now’ button below.
To learn more about Babcock visit www.babcock.com.au
We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, due to the defence orientation of this role, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain a Security Clearance, as defined in the AGSVA guidelines.
Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks. These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, police check, security check, qualifications and right to work.
Babcock Australasia is a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant
Job Req ID: 72809
Location: Adelaide, SA, AU, 5000 Abbotsford, VIC, AU, 3067 Sydney, NSW, AU, 2000 Barton, ACT, AU, 2600
Onsite or Hybrid: Hybrid
Flexible location anywhere in Australia.
Lead integrated marketing, media and communications across Australasia.
Work closely with global teams to elevate a unified international brand.
About the Role
Due to continued growth across our region, Babcock is seeking an exceptional Head of Media, Marketing and Communications to join our team. Reporting to the Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, this role will be instrumental in shaping how we present our brand, engage our audiences and strengthen our reputation as a trusted sovereign Defence partner.
This senior leadership role oversees the full marketing, communications, media and events portfolio for our Australasian business, ensuring alignment with both local priorities and our global brand and corporate affairs strategy. You will lead the development of an integrated approach to brand positioning, strategic communications and market engagement, providing expert counsel to the Executive Team on reputation, media, stakeholder engagement and public affairs. A key focus will be ensuring our messaging reflects the needs of Defence and Commercial clients while remaining consistent with global standards, governance frameworks and approval processes.
You will guide national marketing strategy, capability positioning and campaign development, supported by strong market insights and competitor analysis. You will lead proactive and reactive media relations, build strong relationships across Defence media and government communications networks, and ensure high‑quality internal communication that supports culture, change and organisational alignment. Your leadership will extend across digital strategy, content development and the delivery of major events, exhibitions and capability showcases, ensuring all activity meets security, safety and compliance requirements.
As the leader of a multidisciplinary team, you will manage budgets, agency partnerships and governance obligations, ensuring compliance with Defence security protocols, export controls and information handling standards. You will maintain close alignment with our global Corporate Affairs function to uphold brand integrity, reporting frameworks and international messaging consistency.
To be successful, you will bring
Australian Citizen with a Defence security clearance (or the ability to obtain).
Tertiary qualifications in marketing, communications, public relations, journalism or related fields.
Senior leadership experience in marketing, communications, media or public affairs within Defence, aerospace, government or a highly regulated industry.
Experience managing media relations, including sensitive or high‑stakes issues.
Proven ability to operate within a global corporate structure, balancing local needs with global brand and governance requirements.
Your future at Babcock – what we offer you
Our agile working policies offer more choice and autonomy. For you, this could mean flexible start and finish times, a mix of office and home working, or even condensed working weeks.
Our work life integration policy offers attractive leave entitlements including (not limited to) wellbeing leave, volunteer leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave, and we are proud to be a Work180 endorsed employer.
Babcock’s supportive and engaging environment, coupled with our capability framework, aims to advance your career with internal development programs, self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave.
Our beRewarded platform offers endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan.
As a principles driven organisation, our weRecognise program aims to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in line with our Principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver.
Who we are
Babcock Australasia combines the best talent and in-country expertise while leveraging the rich 130+ year global heritage of Babcock International Group, a FTSE 100 international defence company.
Our team of 1,800+ experienced staff ensure critical services and assets are readily available, affordable, and future proof. From maritime sustainment and secure communications, to lifesaving helicopter missions and managing critical fleets, we ensure our customers are equipped to fulfil their mission
So, if you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the ‘Apply Now’ button below.
To learn more about Babcock visit www.babcock.com.au
We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, due to the defence orientation of this role, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain a Security Clearance, as defined in the AGSVA guidelines.
Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks. These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, police check, security check, qualifications and right to work.
Babcock Australasia is a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant
Job Req ID: 72809
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Head of Media, Marketing & Communications position is now open for candidates interested in the Media & Communication sector. This role in Adelaide offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Media & Communication is a plus.
