Talent Development Lead

We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers and dreamers who all share one goal — to improve the world. 

We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in over 30 countries.   

For 65 years, KBR and its heritage companies are proud to have delivered some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects. 

With around 2,000 employees in 6 primary offices throughout Australia, we are committed to social and environmental sustainability and delivering projects with a digital mindset driving innovation within our business and for our customers. 

We help ensure mission success on land, in the air, at sea, in space and cyberspace for our defence customers. 

From individual technologies and services to comprehensive project delivery and mission execution, no other company can match the breadth and depth of KBR. 

KBR comprises a diverse team who provide a broad spectrum of capabilities across Australia and the Asia Pacific. Our proven project teams readily address complex and multi-disciplinary activities, providing low-risk and cost-effective solutions to the defence force. 

 
Learn more about our business here. 

The Opportunity

At KBR, we believe that learning drives success. We’re looking for an experienced and strategic Talent Development professional to lead a portfolio of high-impact initiatives that enhance the skills, knowledge and professional growth of our teams across all departments.

As the Talent Development Lead, you will play a key leadership role in shaping and delivering a future-focused Learning & Development (L&D) strategy, working closely with local and global leadership teams to ensure that our workforce is equipped for success.

This is a permanent full time opportunity and can be based in either Melbourne, Canberra, Sydney, Brisbane or Adelaide.

Responsibilities

·         Leading the end-to-end L&D initiatives - from planning and development to implementation and evaluation.

·         Driving strategic learning solutions that support both immediate and long-term business objectives.

·         Consulting with senior leaders and key stakeholders to align learning programs with workforce capability needs.

·         Providing expert guidance on contemporary learning methodologies, ensuring innovation and best practice.

·         Enhancing organisational capability by developing and delivering targeted learning solutions.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

·         A strong background in Learning & Development with experience in large, complex organisations.

·         Proven ability to design, implement, and evaluate learning programs that align with business goals.

·         A strategic mindset, with the ability to think beyond day-to-day operations and shape the future of learning.

·         Stakeholder influence and consulting skills, with confidence in working across all levels of an organisation.

·         Experience in leading projects and small teams, ensuring successful delivery of initiatives.

·         Excellent communication skills, with the ability to develop and present reports, briefings, and learning frameworks.

About you:

·         You are an experienced L&D professional with a passion for driving meaningful learning experiences that enhance workforce capability.

·         You thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy collaborating with senior leaders, and bring a blend of strategic insight and hands-on execution.

·         With a background in global organisations, you understand the commercial impact of learning initiatives and how to align them with business goals.

·         If you’re ready to make an impact in a role that blends strategic leadership with hands-on execution, we’d love to hear from you!

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Notice to Third Parties/Recruitment Agencies: KBR Australia does not accept unsolicited resumes or any liability associated with fees or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties who have not been engaged directly on this job opportunity. Candidates interested in applying are welcome to submit their application online.