Human Resources Manager

Silentium Defence is delivering world-leading passive radar and advanced sensing technologies and we’re expanding our capability to support the next phase of innovation.

About the Role:

Ready to make an impact? This generalist HR role with a big focus on Talent Acquisition is your chance to fuel business growth by finding and hiring the best. You’ll lead recruitment strategy, advise leaders, and keep HR operations running smoothly.

Reporting to the CFO and with support from external HR expertise, you’ll lead a small team, partner with leaders, and deliver strategies that attract, retain, and reward top talent all while keeping compliance sharp and innovation front of mind.

How You’ll Make a Difference:

• Own and lead our Talent Acquisition strategy
• Be hands-on with recruitment for key roles
• Support Managers on all people-related decisions
• Deliver the People Plan including HR operations, WHS, compliance, and support payroll
• Champion high engagement, learning and development

What we’re looking for:

• Proven success in generalist HR roles and a LOVE for finding great people!
• Strong HRIS and digital literacy
• Commercial acumen – know how people decisions drive business outcomes
• Shape decisions as a trusted partner to leadership
• Balance compliance with a “what’s next” mindset
• Degree qualified or equivalent experience

Ready to lead, innovate, and hire the best? Join us and help shape the future of defence technology. Apply today and make your mark.

Due to the nature of our work within the Defence industry, applicants must be Australian Citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain a (NV1) level security clearance, only applicants who meet these mandatory requirements will be considered.

How to Apply:

Click “Apply Now” to submit your CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for this opportunity.

(please note applications submitted to us via email will not be progressed further for consideration)

Applications close: 11 January 2026

For a confidential discussion, please contact: People & Culture by emailing: peopleandculture@silentiumdefence.com.au