Job Description
About the role
The Director Developments leads and manages development projects, working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders – including Defence representatives, contractors, consultants and industry partners. The role is responsible for end–to–end project feasibility, planning, design, delivery and performance, ensuring DHA’s service, quality and financial objectives are achieved.
Note:
All successful applicants are required to hold a valid Driver Licence and be eligible to complete a Baseline Vetting security clearance for consideration of the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA)
Benefits for working at DHA include:
15.4% superannuation
Generous leave entitlements, including 18 days personal leave and 20 days annual leave per year
Work-life balance and flexible working options
A positive workplace culture where you can bring your whole self to work
Opportunities to broaden your industry knowledge and experience
Career progression and opportunities
A dedicated Employee Assistance Program for you and your family to access in times of need
ADF partner employment conditions when posting to a new location
For information on DHA’s Employee Value Proposition, visit our website.
How to apply
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Please contact Brendan O’Brien–General Manager Development and Construction
A merit pool will be established from this process which will be valid for 18 months from the date of advertising. This merit pool may be used throughout this period to fill similar positions in the event positions become vacant.
Inclusion and Diversity
DHA is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from across our community including, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those who identify as LGBTIQ+, ex-defence members, mature aged employees and carers.
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability
Employment with DHA is conditional on successful applicants demonstrating that they are an Australian citizen and can obtain and maintain a security clearance at the required level.
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Job Details
Posted Date:
March 18, 2026
Job Type:
Business
Location:
Australia
Company:
Defence Housing Australia
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