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Not many people can say they are working on building Australias future. With us youll be doing just that leaving a legacy for all Australians. Plus theres equal employment great training and true flexible working arrangements.

A fantastic opportunity has presented itself for a Senior Manager Disruption Management reporting to Executive Manager Disruption Management as part of the Resilience & Asset Management function.

A bit about your role

The Senior Manager Disruption Management is responsible for strengthening nbns Disruption Management capability by overseeing the Crisis Management and Emergency Management systems that support organisational readiness for major disruptions. It leads the development and delivery of training testing exercising and debriefing programs and coordinates external strategic level exercises with key stakeholders when required. The position also serves as the primary crisis coordinator during significant events guiding senior leaders through response addition the role supports continuous improvement of the disruption management framework integrates with broader resilience programs maintains strong industry partnerships and manages governance assurance and performance reporting across the capability.

A bit about you

The ideal candidate brings strong capability in crisis management with experience in emergency management cyber resilience business continuity disaster management or security risk. The ideal candidate has proven experience designing and enabling training programs and navigating realworld emergency or crisis events. They also will have sound commercial judgement skilled at coordinating people in high pressure situations and experience in telecommunications or a similar environment.

The role requires the ability to work confidently with senior leaders communicate clearly in written and verbal formats and influence outcomes across diverse teams. Strong planning and organisational skills the ability to manage concurrent priorities and eligibility for a government security clearance are essential.

Life at nbn

To be part of nbn is to be part of something bigger. Theres so much more from here. Our pioneering spirit drives us forward every day. Together we help lift the digital capability of the nation by building and connecting Australias best fibre infrastructure into homes and businesses plus places and things everywhere. Were continuing to create Australias networka network made for more. Not just a way for everyone to do the things they love but transforming the way they do them.

A more inclusive working world

nbn is committed to an inclusive flexible and supportive workplace where everyone can feel heard valued and respected. We believe diverse perspectives are the key to unlocking greater outcomes and encourage applications from people of all ages nationalities abilities and cultures. Thats why we have a Reconciliation Action Plan Accessibility & Inclusion Plan offer 18 weeks of paid parental leave are a Pride in Diversity Platinum Employer and have active employee-led diversity pillars.Click here to see our list of employee benefitsand why were recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women.

Equal Opportunities for All

We champion equal opportunities for all employees. If you have any accessibility requirements and would like to discuss adjustments for the recruitment process please dont hesitate to contact us by emailing or calling our Recruitment Accessibility Enquiry Line at. Please note this line is dedicated to accessibility-related enquiries for the purposes of recruitment and only enquiries related to accessibility adjustments will be answered. For other matters please visit our Contact Us page on our website.

Where to from here

If you think this role might be for you we want to hear from you. Please apply by following the links and sending in your resume only. We do not require a cover letter or any selection criteria to be addressed.

Please note that this is a permanent opportunity and applications for this role will close at midnight Sunday April 26th 2026

To be eligible for this role you must have full working rights in Australia.

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