Operational Environment and Effects - Senior and Mid-Level Planner

TL;DR

Operational Environment and Effects Planner (Senior/Mid-Level): Design, develop, and deliver advanced collective training activities for Combat Training Centre with an accent on operational, environmental, informational, and sustainment effects. Focus on creating realistic exercise scenarios, integrating functional expertise, and aligning with training objectives across major activities.

Location: Townsville based personnel preferred; high performing remote candidates considered. Travel to various Defence locations (up to 15 trips annually) required.

Company

Australia’s leading Defence focused consulting organisation supporting Army readiness through advanced collective training capabilities.

What you will do

• Design and develop realistic exercise scenarios and structured planning materials.
• Participate in planning conferences, workshops, and working groups.
• Provide subject matter expertise in operational, informational, environmental, and sustainment domains.
• Support synchronisation, coordination, and execution of training activities.
• Contribute to reviews, observations, reporting, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with planners, coaching staff, and Defence stakeholders.

Requirements

• NV1 (SECRET) security clearance minimum; NV2 preferred for some roles.
• Senior roles: O6/O5 level military planning experience (Colonel/Lieutenant Colonel equivalent).
• Mid-level roles: O4 level (Major equivalent) with Brigade/JTF/Division HQ experience.
• Experience in formation-level or higher headquarters planning and collective training design.
• Strong communication skills for engaging senior stakeholders.
• Ability to travel domestically for planning and training support.
• Australian Defence context; at least two mid-level from Combat Arms/Combat Support.

Nice to have

• Joint or multiagency planning experience.
• Experience in large-scale training cycles or operational design.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative, mission-focused environment with camaraderie, innovation, and excellence.
• Professional development through certifications, study assistance, and mentorship.
• Mental health support via Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid parental leave and family support.
• Employee recognition, wellbeing platform, and referral incentives.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and veteran employment.

Hiring process

• Submit complete online application via Careers page addressing all required questions.
• Assessed for military planning competence and security clearance.
• May contribute to talent pool for similar opportunities.