Lead enterprise-wide business improvement, quality systems, procurement, and knowledge management Report to the Chief Financial Officer and drive operational excellence across Nova's global operations Join an award-winning employer (#8 Best Place to Work 2024) with a values-led, performance-driven culture Executive leadership role delivering strategic business improvement across systems, quality, procurement, and facilities.
Drive innovation and efficiency across Nova's operations.
Lead Strategic Business Improvement Across Nova Nova Systems is Australia's largest privately-owned Defence company, delivering complex engineering, advisory, and technology solutions to keep nations and people safe and secure.
Nova are seeking a transformational and systems-oriented leader to take on the role of Head of Business Improvement—a new, business-critical appointment reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer.
This enterprise leadership role is accountable for driving continuous improvement initiatives and delivering enhanced operational effectiveness across Nova's global operations.
With oversight of Quality Management, Group Management Systems, Business Management Systems, Knowledge Management, Procurement and Supply Chain, and Facilities, this role plays a vital part in ensuring Nova's operations remain fit for purpose, agile, and aligned to our 2030 Strategy.
You will work collaboratively across Executive, Engineering, and Delivery teams to optimise systems, embed compliance, and drive a high-performance culture underpinned by innovation and continual improvement.
The opportunity includes: Enterprise Improvement Strategy: Develop and execute Nova's business improvement roadmap, focused on efficiency, compliance, and sustainable growth.
Quality Management Systems: Oversee Nova's QMS to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and maintain operational excellence through continuous enhancement.
Knowledge Management and Group/Business Management Systems: Lead the development and integration of systems that enable knowledge sharing, operational consistency, and cross-business learning.
Procurement and Supply Chain Leadership: Deliver strategic procurement outcomes and optimise supply chain performance through improved systems, vendor engagement, and risk controls.
Facilities Oversight: Manage Nova's facilities across Australia and globally, ensuring sustainability, compliance, and cost-effective delivery of support services.
Team Leadership: Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team, embedding Nova's values, performance standards, and a culture of continuous improvement.
What we'd like you to bring: Proven leadership in business improvement, operational excellence, or quality management roles within a complex or regulated environment Strong expertise in Quality Management Systems, procurement, supply chain, and enterprise knowledge management Demonstrated success in leading change and embedding cross-functional improvement programs A collaborative leadership style and the ability to influence senior stakeholders across technical and corporate functions Exceptional analytical skills and a systems mindset, with the ability to connect operational insights with strategic direction Relevant tertiary qualifications in Business, Quality, Operational Management or related disciplines Australian Citizenship and the ability to obtain or maintain an NV1 security clearance Life at Nova – it all adds up!
At Nova Systems, they don't just offer jobs – they build careers.
Nova's people are their point of difference, and they are proud of their culture of collaboration, flexibility, and recognition.
Just a few of the many benefits of working at Nova include: Generous Parental Leave: Primary carers receive 20 weeks paid leave; partners receive 4 weeks – with full super contributions for 52 weeks.
Flexibility & Wellbeing: Dress for your day, hybrid work options, $750 wellbeing allowance and access to our Wellbeing Hub.
Learning & Development: Annual PD allowance and leave, with access to formal programs and career pathways.
Additional Leave Options: Including Loyalty, Reserve, Purchased, Community Service, and Emergency Services leave.
Nova Share Offer: Be part of our success with employee share options.
Annual ANZ Conference, social events, recognition programs, novated leasing, EAP and more.
Ready to Shape the Future of Operational Excellence?
For a confidential discussion, contact Harrison McMillan via ****** or (08) 7092 1701 Madi Funnell (Account Manager) Ariel Winters (Senior Recruitment Partner) Sarah Thomas (Senior Recruitment Partner) All applicants will receive a response.
Applications close 9th May 2025.
Nova Systems is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and individuals of all ages, abilities, and cultural backgrounds.
About Nova Systems Nova Systems is Australia's largest privately-owned Defence company, with global operations across the United Kingdom, Ireland, Singapore, Norway, and New Zealand.
We solve complex challenges in national security, critical infrastructure, and defence.
From mission system integration and engineering to cyber and workforce strategy, we bring a different perspective—one driven by people, innovation, and integrity.
Our people are our point of difference.
Join us and see things differently.