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Human Performance Optimisation Program Manager

Department of Defence


  • Wagga Wagga ▸ New South Wales ▸ Australia
  • Contract/Temp
29 Nov 2026
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Description

Are you an experienced Human Performance Specialist / Program Manager ready to apply your expertise in one of Australia's most demanding operational environments?

Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Headquarters Air Command (HQAC) is seeking a highly capable professional to support the A9 Human Performance & Safety (HPS) team. Working within the Human Performance Optimisation (HPO) work stream, you will contribute to the delivery of evidence-based performance psychology programs that optimise human performance, wellbeing, combat readiness and capability across Air Force.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Shape the future of Air Force training by leading the integration of Human Performance Optimisation initiatives across Ground Academy.
  • Enhance trainee performance and resilience by embedding physical, cognitive and behavioural performance principles into training design and delivery.
  • Partner with Defence's leading health, fitness and performance specialists to deliver innovative, evidence-based training solutions.
  • Turn data into action, leveraging analytics, program assurance and the Lumin Aviator Optimisation Platform to improve preparedness, performance and training outcomes.
  • Influence strategic decisions by providing trusted advice to leaders on human performance, training effectiveness and capability development.
  • Drive continuous improvement, identifying emerging risks and opportunities while delivering meaningful enhancements across training programs and systems.

What You Will Bring

  • Tertiary qualification in Human Performance, Sport and Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Physiotherapy, Strength and Conditioning, or a related field
  • Minimum five (5) years full-time equivalent experience coordinating or delivering human performance, occupational performance or workforce preparedness programs
  • Demonstrated experience working within an integrated multidisciplinary team in an occupational, military, or performance environment
  • Australian citizenship.
  • Ability and willingness to obtain a Defence security clearance and complete a Federal Police Check.
  • Ability and willingness to undertake domestic travel to Defence establishments and remote locations.

Why This Role?

This is a unique opportunity to directly contribute to the operational effectiveness of the Royal Australian Air Force. You will apply your expertise in a highly specialised environment, working alongside a multidisciplinary team dedicated to enhancing human performance and reducing operational risk. Your work will have a tangible impact on the readiness, capability and wellbeing of Air Force personnel.

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Application Instruction

Application instructions are included in the attached ATM20-2026 - Human Performance Optimisation Program Manager procurement documentation.

Applications will only be considered via email and must include a completed ATM Response Form and curriculum vitae, submitted in accordance with the approach to market documentation.

hqac.a9hpscontracts@defence.gov.au

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