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The art of effective negotiation – Simon Kelland, Scotwork
12 maart 2020 · 36 min
A common misconception about negotiation is that it's an innate skill one is born with, but according to partner and principal at Scotwork, Simon Kelland, it's a learned ability that takes training and practice. Lees meer
On this episode of Defence Connect Podcast, Kelland joins host Phil Tarrant to deep dive into his work with Defence and major primes in consulting and advisory, the telltale signs of a good negotiator, and the importance of developing strong, long-term relationships within the defence sector.
Kelland explains why building goodwill is more important than the framework of a contract, provides tips for SMEs going into negotiation with primes, and outlines strategies for salvaging a negotiation that has gone cold.
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The Defence Connect team
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'Until we have a reasonable parity, it's not business as usual' - Jennifer Wittwer
5 maart 2020 · 39 min
In the lead up to International Women's Day this Sunday, 8 March, international consultant and published author Jennifer Wittwer discusses female empowerment in a traditionally male-dominated defence industry. Lees meer
Wittwer joins host Phil Tarrant on this episode of Defence Connect to share her untraditional 39-year career trajectory in the defence realm, her perception of how attitudes towards women in the military have changed, and how Australia is faring in comparison with other countries in terms of gender parity in the Defence Force.
Wittwer delves into how a life-altering experience sparked her desire to create change for women in the defence space, the programs and strategies that have addressed this issue in the Navy over the last 10 years, and what active steps the ADF can take to promote more meaningful female participation across all areas of the industry.
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The Defence Connect team
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INSIGHT: National resilience – John Blackburn AO, Institute for Integrated Economic Research – Australia
27 februari 2020 · 48 min
On this inaugural episode of Defence Connect Insight Podcast, hosts Phil Tarrant and Steve Kuper are joined by John Blackburn AO to delve into the complex and somewhat controversial subject of Australia's national resilience. Lees meer
Blackburn explains the difference between natural and unnatural disasters, why import dependency on other countries for products such as medicine and fuel is a national security risk, and how these shortcomings affect Australia's defence capabilities.
He reflects on the country's complacency as a point of vulnerability, what the government needs to do to provide a guiding hand towards economic security, and the importance of being forward-thinking rather than reactive when it comes to dealing with national crises.
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The Defence Connect team
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The Useful Belief philosophy – Chris Helder
20 februari 2020 · 34 min
Useful thinking is a pragmatic philosophy for dealing with circumstances one cannot change through the conscious adoption of a productive mindset, coined by professional speaker and author Chris Helder. Lees meer
On this episode of Defence Connect Podcast, Helder joins host Phil Tarrant to explain how a tragic loss triggered the foundation of his book Useful Belief, why this way of thinking has become so valuable to the Australian Defence Force, and how it can be applied to all aspects of life.
He also provides his insights into why ruminating on the negative can lead to worse outcomes, how the useful belief concept can be harnessed to improve leadership, and why journaling can be a useful tool.
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The Defence Connect team
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Transitioning from uniform into corporate life – Matthew Williams, Babcock Australia & New Zealand
13 februari 2020 · 26 min
While veterans can offer a very unique skill set to commercial and corporate organisations, according to Matthew Williams, "It's not as simple as taking off the uniform and putting on a suit." Lees meer
The head of programs at Babcock Australia & New Zealand joins host Phil Tarrant on this episode of Defence Connect Podcast to share his journey into the corporate world after 22 years in the Australian Defence Force, the distinctive attributes possessed by those who have served, and the corporate skills and knowledge that might be lacking.
Williams also explains why he chose to undertake an MBA, the importance of curating a strong CV that adequately communicates one's skill set, and his key sources of support throughout the challenging transition.
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The Defence Connect team
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Supporting Australian export strategies – Roland Stephens, Australian Trade and Investment Commission
6 februari 2020 · 33 min
As the Australian government's trade, investment and education promotion agency, the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) assists Australian businesses of all sizes to navigate complex overseas markets and help facilitate global export. Lees meer
In this episode of Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Roland Stephens, senior industry expert in defence, advanced manufacturing and space at Austrade, to outline the government's attitude towards defence and space exports, how he would characterise the Australian defence industry as a whole to potential investors, and the key skills required to get a business export ready.
Stephens also explains why risk management is such a critical skill for SMEs in the defence sector, the classic process of entering into a new market, and the grants that are currently available to support SMEs looking to expand internationally.
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The Defence Connect team
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Operating a growing defence SME – Warren Levin, Sydney City Marine
29 januari 2020 · 22 min
While contracts with Defence usually provide SMEs with more consistent contracts and therefore growth opportunities, it's important to also spread services outside of Defence to ensure longevity in the field. Lees meer
On this episode of Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Warren Levin, Sydney City Marine's director of commercial and defence, to delve into his role at the vessel maintenance and repair business, the complete range of services provided by the SME, and how he identifies and pursues new contracting opportunities.
Warren also shares the proportion of Defence-orientated work within the company, why he's so passionate about working with Defence, and his history in the Navy as a clearance diver.
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The Defence Connect team
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Year in review – Steve Kuper, Defence Connect
23 januari 2020 · 37 min
According to our statistics, 725,000 unique people connected with the Defence Connect brand in 2019, demonstrating 48 per cent growth across the title. Lees meer
Deputy editor at Defence Connect Steve Kuper joins host Phil Tarrant on this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast to reflect on the platform's highlights over the past year.
Steve and Phil discuss the development of Defence Connect's longform commentary product Insight, the top five most popular pieces of content of the year, and what the key focuses will be for Defence Connect moving into 2020.
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The Defence Connect team
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'Deftech' and the counter-drone industry – Oleg Vornik, DroneShield
16 januari 2020 · 29 min
On this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, CEO and managing director at DroneShield Oleg Vornik shares the story behind his counter-drone SME. Lees meer
Vornik and host Phil Tarrant discuss the history and structure of the Australian export business, the range of counter-drone solutions that can be tailored to different client needs, and why there's an emphasis on minimising collateral damage to detected drones.
They explore how the business differentiates itself from other competitors in the counter-drone sector, what the future of drone technology looks like, and the benefits of business partnerships with more recognisable brands.
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The Defence Connect team
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Leveraging Indigenous talent in the defence workforce – Craig Williams, Navantia Australia, and Brendan Dumbrell and Hayden Surrao, JLB-Yaran
8 januari 2020 · 27 min
Navantia Australia and JLB-Yaran recently signed an MOU at Pacific 2019 with the intent of creating and building long-term careers for Indigenous talent in the defence industry. Lees meer
On this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Navantia Australia's supply chain Australianisation lead Craig Williams, managing director at JLB-Yaran Brendan Dumbrell, and business development manager at JLB-Yaran Hayden Surrao.
They discuss the benefits of this newly formed relationship in supporting the industry's workforce, explain why working with traditional land owners is vital to establishing sovereign capability, and outline how these organisations are highlighting the defence industry as an attractive career opportunity for Indigenous Australians.
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The Defence Connect team
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Interconnectivity between Navy services and the defence industry – Greg Laxton, Fleet Support Unit Australia
2 januari 2020 · 25 min
The Fleet Support Unit (FSU) delivers repair and maintenance services to the Navy and provides meaningful work for sailors when they come ashore. Lees meer
FSU's executive director Greg Laxton CSC joins host Phil Tarrant on this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast to reflect on the key challenges faced by the organisation in 2019, outline the tools being used to measure key performance outcomes, and explain the processes that are priming FSU for the future.
Laxton discusses the collaborative work between his unit and the defence industry, how FSU is positively shifting company culture to recruit and retain employees, and what career opportunities follow involvement within the organisation.
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The Defence Connect team
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Embracing storytelling in your day-to-day life as a professional in defence industry – Chris Huet, Understood Consulting Services
26 december 2019 · 29 min
Fighter pilot turned poet and communications consultant, Chris Huet believes in helping people communicate with the precision of a fighter pilot and the passion of a poet. Lees meer
In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, Huet joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss his love of language, how he is impacting communications within the defence sector, and how his time with the RAAF played a key role in his communications learning.
Huet discusses his passion for live poetry, unpacks the AMP framework of communications, and reveals how you can tell if you are successfully communicating with your peers.
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The Defence Connect team
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Strengthening Australia's defence capability - Sir Roger Carr, BAE Systems
19 december 2019 · 29 min
On this episode of Defence Connect, host Phil Tarrant is joined by the visiting chairman of BAE Systems, Sir Roger Carr, to deep dive into the Australian subsidiary's involvement in the global company's endeavours. Lees meer
Sir Roger provides a progress report on the development of Adelaide's Osborne Naval Shipyard, explains the significance of the Australian government's ongoing commitment to sovereign capability, and outlines the key priorities for BAE Systems in order to ensure long-term sustainability.
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The Defence Connect team
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Extreme ownership – John Gretton 'Jocko' Willink
12 december 2019 · 37 min
John Gretton "Jocko" Willink is a retired US Navy SEAL officer, highly rated podcast host, established author and CEO of management consulting firm, Echelon Front. Lees meer
On this episode of the Defence Connect podcast with host Phil Tarrant, Jocko breaks down his philosophy of extreme ownership, explaining how he applies leadership strategies from the military to improve the businesses with which he consults.
Jocko delves into the primary indicators for leadership success, outlines the common mistakes that businesses make in developing leadership capabilities, and reveals the only personality trait that would prevent someone from becoming a good leader.
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The Defence Connect team
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Supporting the defence workforce - Richard Price, Defence SA
5 december 2019 · 32 min
Government agency Defence SA's primary focus is to maximise investment and deliver workforce within the Australian Defence Force and defence industries. Lees meer
Chief executive Richard Price joins host Phil Tarrant on this episode of the Defence Connect podcast to outline the government's workforce development plan with regard to money allocated to Defence, convey the current status of the Osborne Naval Shipyard infrastructure, and explain the importance of sovereign space capabilities for Australian defence technologies.
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The Defence Connect team
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Priorities for the defence industry - Matt Keogh, shadow defence industry minister
28 november 2019 · 11 min
As the recently appointed shadow defence industry minister, a key priority for Matt Keogh in his new role is to develop Australia's sovereign capability through engagement with industry. Lees meer
He sits down with host Phil Tarrant at Pacific 2019 to discuss Defence's commitment to national interest above all else, what more needs to be done to support the industry moving forward, and his advice to SMEs about cultivating a good relationship with government and the opposition.
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The Defence Connect team
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The need for a national security strategy – Senator Jim Molan
21 november 2019 · 37 min
According to retired Major General Jim Molan, dramatic changes in the global security climate necessitate the development and implementation of a tailor-made strategy for Australian defence. Lees meer
The now-senator joins host Phil Tarrant on this episode of the Defence Connect podcast to dissect his recent paper on national security strategy for the ANU's Centre of Gravity initiative.
Senator Molan explains how current Australian policy falls short, why an established system would make the nation a more self-sufficient and therefore better ally, and who would be responsible for executing such a strategy.
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The Defence Connect team
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Maintaining intellectual advantage within the cyber defence space - Matthew Wilson, Penten
14 november 2019 · 33 min
With rapid digitisation occurring across all global fronts, the defence industry must not only keep up, but stay ahead. Lees meer
On this episode of the Defence Connect podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Penten CEO Matthew Wilson to discuss the shifting attitudes towards the cyber domain, how his forward-thinking company helps to build cyber protections, and the process of engaging with the government as a business.
He also imparts the key qualities the Australian Defence Industry Awards' "Cyber Business of the Year" looks for in new recruits to the business and shares his future projections for the organisation.
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The Defence Connect team
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The 15-year evolution of the Bushmaster – Paul Feighan, Thales
6 november 2019 · 25 min
Thales' Bushmaster protected mobility vehicle is globally renowned for servicing the Australian Defence Force since 2005. Lees meer
The company's director of protected vehicles Paul Feighan joins host Phil Tarrant on this episode of the Defence Connect podcast to talk about what has made the Bushmaster so successful, how it has managed to stay relevant, and what's next for the platform in terms of export potential.
He also breaks down his role within the business and the culture of community on the Bendigo factory floor.
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The Defence Connect team
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How Australian SMEs can compete on a global stage – John O'Callaghan, Defence Council Victoria
1 november 2019 · 15 min
With a wealth of defence industry experience and a career spanning both defence industry and the Department of Defence, Victorian defence industry advocate John O'Callaghan is well versed on trends throughout the sector, and joins us at Pacific 2019 to share his thoughts around the growth of Australian defence on a global scale. Lees meer
He discusses the sentiment of the SME sector in Victoria and their confidence to invest in the industry in the current climate, shares how SMEs can compete on a global stage to participate in AIC content, and explains why an understanding of the procurement system and how it operates is key to securing business within the competitive defence space.
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The Defence Connect team
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The key challenges facing naval shipbuilding in Australia – Alain Houard, Dassault Systèmes
1 november 2019 · 16 min
With Dassault Systèmes looking to have substantial impact on the Australian shipbuilding industry of the future, marine and offshore industries vice president Alain Houard joins host Phil Tarrant at Pacific 2019 to discuss what that future looks like. Lees meer
Houard will discuss Dassault Systèmes previous Australian projects and explain the virtual shipyard program, revealing why it is breaking new ground by ensuring the development of the best possible product in the most cost-effective and environmentally minded manner. He will also address the importance of cultivating the right talent for upcoming defence projects, discuss the relationship between government and defence industry, and forecast Dassault Systèmes future Australian defence involvement.
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The Defence Connect team
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Operations since the SEA 1442 program contract, Michael Lenton, Leonardo
31 oktober 2019 · 16 min
Joining the Defence Connect podcast at Pacific 2019, Leonardo executive chairman Michael Lenton, in a follow-up to his featured episode at the same exposition two years prior, covers the workings of one of the most active businesses in the Australian defence industry since the 1800s. Lees meer
Recorded live at Pacific 2019, Lenton and podcast host Phil Tarrant discuss the journey that Leonardo has been embarked on since being awarded the SEA 1442 program contract, a multi-phase contract to provide a maritime communications and information exchange architecture to meet the Australian Defence Force's requirements for network-centric warfare in a maritime setting, with Leonardo subsidiary Selex ES Australia delivering the majority of the works.
Lenton also discusses the future of Leonardo in Australia and its focus on the local defence industry.
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The Defence Connect team
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Forging closer industry partnerships on the back of Type 26 – Mark Goldsack, Defence & Security Organisation, UK government
31 oktober 2019 · 16 min
Joining the Defence Connect podcast, Mark Goldsack of the UK government's Defence & Security Organisation discusses how the UK government and industry are working to support the development of a sovereign industry capability. Lees meer
Speaking to host Phil Tarrant at Pacific 2019, Goldsack discusses the growing relationships between the Australian and British Type 26 teams and how the lessons learned in the UK are informing Australia's sovereign naval shipbuilding ambitions.
Goldsack also highlights the importance placed on interoperability at both the military and industrial level and how both governments are seeking to maximise the joint efforts to develop interlinked and sustainable industry and defence capabilities.
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The Defence Connect team
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Aegis delivery for Hunter Class frigates - Neale Prescott and Rob Milligan, Lockheed Martin Australia
30 oktober 2019 · 17 min
Two years have passed since the announcement of the integration of Aegis into the Royal Australian Navy by global security and aerospace company Lockheed Martin Australia. Lees meer
Defence Connect podcast host Phil Tarrant catches up with the organisation's director of business development, Neale Prescott, and its program manager of surface maritime, Rob Milligan, at Pacific 2019 to find out how the project has developed since 2017. They break down the details of the Aegis combat system, the commonalities and points of difference between Australian and overseas implementation, and future projections for Lockheed Martin's collaboration with Hunter Class frigates.
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The Defence Connect team
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Management consulting in high-risk areas – John 'JP' Smith
30 oktober 2019 · 17 min
Host Phil Tarrant is joined at Pacific 2019 by John 'JP' Smith, general manager of defence at consulting firm Noetic Group. Lees meer
Smith conveys the role of Noetic's work in the Australian defence landscape, what the environment is like for consulting businesses that address the 'harder edge' of government matters, and how his organisation balances tackling issues of the moment with preparing for the future. He also shares the key attributes and skills necessary to succeed in his role, how his company recruits the right people, and details about the unique graduate program offered by Noetic.
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The Defence Connect team
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Launch of the Australian Maritime Development Centre - Peter Davie, Dr Len Sciacca, Francois Duthoit
29 oktober 2019 · 14 min
On this episode of the Defence Connect podcast, host Phil Tarrant discusses the newly established Australian Maritime Development Centre with its interim chair Peter Davie, enterprise professor of defence technologies Dr Len Sciacca, and vice president for international development and cooperation at Naval Group, Francois Duthoit. Lees meer
Recorded live at Pacific 2019, the conversation clarifies the centre's mission and areas of focus, how it aims to instigate a shift towards a more collaborative culture amongst research and development entities, and the subsequent potential for enhancement of Australian capabilities.
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The Defence Connect team
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The importance of real world situational testing in a simulation heavy environment, Raydon Gates and George McGuire, QinetiQ
29 oktober 2019 · 23 min
Joining the Defence Connect podcast at Pacific 2017, QinetiQ's non-executive director, Raydon Gates, spoke of ambitious growth targets and how they were planning to capitalise on increased government spending in the defence sector. Two years on, Gates reflects on that growth and deep dives into the importance of test and evaluation in the defence industry. Lees meer
Joining host Phil Tarrant at Pacific 2019, Gates and his colleague George McGuire, general manager of operations and delivery at QinetiQ, share why test and evaluation is integral for the welfare of people, systems and ongoing design. They discuss the important differences between simulated tests and real-world situational testing, explaining why the latter is so integral, and explain how the work being completed with test and evaluation today will shape the defence sector of tomorrow.
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The Defence Connect team
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Setting the agenda for defence industry in WA, Paul Papalia, Parliament of Western Australia
28 oktober 2019 · 17 min
Paul Papalia first joined the Defence Connect Podcast at Pacific 2017 to discuss the opportunities that the 2016 Defence White Paper presented to Western Australia in cementing the region as a defence industry leader. Two years on, he joins us at Pacific 2019 to reflect on the progress that has been seen, discuss the general sentiment towards defence in the area, and reveal why there are many reasons for WA to be optimistic in the current defence climate. Lees meer
Minister Papalia explains the prominent role that WA plays in the trade economy with China, discusses his role as Tourism Minister for the region, and unpacks the WA Defence and Defence Industries Strategic Plan and how this will further raise awareness of the already thriving defence sector in WA on a global scale.
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The Defence Connect team
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The Future Submarine Program – Developing tomorrow's capability today, Michael Oliver and Dr John Towers, Lockheed Martin
28 oktober 2019 · 19 min
In this special episode recorded live at Pacific 2019, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Lockheed Martin's Michael Oliver, the future submarine combat systems integration program director, and Dr John Towers, the human systems integration lead, to discuss their roles in the Future Submarine Program. Lees meer
They discuss their current engagement with academia and the SME sector and the opportunities available to those seeking involvement, how Lockheed is attracting and cultivating the right talent for the various roles that the program has created, and how previous design expertise is being utilised in the development of the program to best meet the needs of the end user.
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The Defence Connect team
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The future of the Royal Australian Navy, Vice Admiral Michael Noonan
24 oktober 2019 · 12 min
In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, Chief of the Royal Australian Navy, Vice Admiral Michael Noonan joins Phil Tarrant at Pacific 2019 to discuss how the Navy is effectively adapting to change in the Australian defence landscape. Lees meer
VADM Noonan details how the Navy has been able to reach its highest number of members in 25 years and the action being taken to ensure the most talented individuals are recruited and retained. He also explains the importance of assets and equipment reflecting modern advancements, particularly with regard to communication, and projects how the Navy will incorporate technological advancements into the future.
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The Defence Connect team
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Maintenance and sustainment supporting Navy's mission - RADM Wendy Malcolm
18 oktober 2019 · 20 min
While much of the focus has been placed on the $90 billion Naval Shipbuilding Plan, an elite team within CASG is working behind the scenes to ensure that the unprecedented modernisation of the Royal Australian Navy remains capable of supporting Navy's ability to 'fight and win at sea'. Lees meer
In this podcast, Rear Admiral Wendy Malcolm joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss the role sustainment will play in supporting the future Navy.
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Defence and industry agility in a period of competition - Greg Moriarty, Secretary of the Department of Defence
11 oktober 2019 · 26 min
Australia's defence capability is at a key point in its development and acquisition time frame, with industry and defence collaboration playing a critical role to delivering next-generation capabilities to the Australian warfighter. In this podcast, Secretary of the Department of Defence, Greg Moriarty, joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss the developing relationships between industry and defence and the subsequent impact on Australia's long-term strategic agenda. Lees meer
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Common heritage, shared history and moving forward into a contested environment – VADM Paul Maddison, UNSW
9 oktober 2019 · 32 min
Vice Admiral (Ret'd) Paul Maddison joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss the commonalities between Australia and Canada and the role both nations will play in navigating an increasingly contested Indo-Pacific. Lees meer
Shifting towards his new role as the inaugural head of the University of New South Wales Defence Research Institute, Maddison will discuss one of the primary focuses of the freshly minted UNSW Defence Research Institute, which is to nurture and strengthen international relationships, particularly within the Five Eyes network, mainly the US, UK, New Zealand and Canada.
Finally, Maddison will speak to the role of defence innovation in the Australian industry and defence ecosystems, and the role the nation's entrepreneurial spirit will play in providing capability enhancements for the ADF and broader alliance network - as part of this, Maddison will discuss the collaborative nature of contemporary research and development within Australia and UNSW in particular, and the role it plays in supporting Australia's defence industry.
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Aussie start-up providing leading edge autonomous maritime capability – Robert Dane, OCIUS, and Daniel Dent, Thales
8 oktober 2019 · 32 min
Australia's defence industry start-up ecosystem is steadily growing with a number of stand-out performers designing, building and testing leading-edge capabilities. In this podcast, Robert Dane, CEO of OCIUS, and Daniel Dent, research and development projects manager, underwater systems, Thales Australia, join host Phil Tarrant to discuss the growing role of Australia's defence industry start-ups in providing a fundamental input to capability. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Supporting Australia's sovereign shipbuilding capability - Steve Robinson, Lee Kormany
3 oktober 2019 · 30 min
Australia's pursuit of a continuous shipbuilding industry has been the driving force behind closer integration between defence industry primes and the nation's wealth of SMEs, for Nova Systems' Steve Robinson and Lee Kormany supporting the dialogue between the two levels of defence industry is essential to guaranteeing success. Lees meer
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Tomorrow's technologies protecting Australia's shores – J3Seven's Michael Molnar & Decision Science's Geoff Clelland
26 september 2019 · 31 min
Australia will soon receive a new product from Decision Sciences called Discovery, which is set to revolutionise the way border protection is conducted. Lees meer
As described by Decision Sciences, the penetration and material discrimination capabilities of Discovery are unparalleled by technologies that have been historically employed by the maritime industry to combat smuggling and terrorism efforts.
Joining Defence Connect podcast host Phil Tarrant are J3Seven's Michael Molnar and Decision Sciences' Geoff Clelland to talk through this technology and its potential for use in Australia.
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Protecting Australia from chemical and biological threats; Felicia Pradera, Medical Countermeasures - Program Leader, DMTC
19 september 2019 · 32 min
One of DMTC's newest programs, Medical Countermeasures (MCM) is quickly being identified as a key capability to protect both the military and the public from chemical, biological and radiological (CBR) threats, as well as pandemics and emerging infectious diseases. Lees meer
Funded by CSIRO and DST Group through the next Generation Technologies Fund, DMTC is seeking to harness Australia's capabilities to develop leading-edge, advanced technologies and to direct and deploy skills into activities that support Australian defence, health and national security outcomes.
In this episode of the Defence Connect podcast, DMTC's Medical Countermeasures Program Leader, Felicia Pradera, joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss the threat of CBR in the modern world and the development of relevant technologies to address Australia's national preparedness strategy, with necessary application to civil and military domains as well as the need to develop domestic in-country Medical Countermeasures capabilities.
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Our role in the evolving region and the challenges for Aussie unis – Fergus 'Gus' McLachlan
12 september 2019 · 44 min
In this podcast former commander, Forces Command, Australian Army, turned Adjunct Professor for Monash University and director of L3 Technologies Australia, Major General Gus McLachlan joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss his new role as supporting the research and development capability of one of Australia's leading universities, Monash University. Lees meer
During this podcast, McLachlan will also discuss the growing concerns about the integrity and possibility of foreign influence on Australia's university campuses and the moves in the United States to protect their own universities and research and development organisations from foreign interference, espionage and intellectual property theft.
McLachlan will also expand on the powerful force multiplying role Australia's universities and research and development capabilities bring to the nation and the role they play in supporting the development of Australia's national security and future defence capabilities.
Finally, McLachlan will also take a closer look at the role Australia will play in the increasingly contested Indo-Pacific region and how the modernisation, recapitalisation and expansion of Australia's defence and defence industrial capabilities will figure into the broader regional dynamics as they continue to unfold.
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The Defence Connect team
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Regional security and the Pacific Patrol Boat program – Barry Jones, AMC
5 september 2019 · 34 min
As the Australian government continues to invest in its signature 'Pacific Step up' program, Barry Jones, manager of the Pacific Patrol Boat program (PPB), joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss the role of Australian naval shipbuilding and the University of Tasmania's Australian Maritime College in supporting regional security. Lees meer
Originally designed to fulfil a maritime border, fisheries, resource-security and economic exclusion zone (EEZ) patrol capacity following changes made by the United Nations to the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), the Australian-designed and built Pacific Patrol Boats have served as an important contribution to the south Pacific.
During this podcast, Jones will discuss Australia's contribution to the PPB ranging from the original design and construction phase, through to the existing training, maintenance and sustainment programs keeping the vessels and crews capable in the current operating environment.
Jones and Tarrant will also cover the rationale behind supporting the PPB project and the similar guidance behind introducing the platforms in the 1980s, the expansion of the program with the introduction of the Guardian Class vessels and the addition of Timor-Leste into the program.
They will also discuss the role the Australian Maritime College, part of the University of Tasmania, plays in supporting the development of both Pacific and Australian capability to train, develop and maintain skills across leadership, maintenance, administration and all the facets needed to run a modern naval vessel.
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The Defence Connect team
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Exports and the Australian Defence Force – Leon Notelovitz, Santova Logistics
29 augustus 2019 · 25 min
Santova Logistics managing director Leon Notelovitz joins host Phil Tarrant on this week's episode of the Defence Connect Podcast to delve into defence exports and how Santova is servicing the Australian Defence Force. Lees meer
Notelovitz shares insights into how Santova supports imports and exports for the defence industry, the challenges it is facing and why the company expects growth within the defence export industry over the next five to 10 years.
He also discusses how Santova attracts graduates to the space, what skills it looks for in graduates and tips for SMEs to expand on their current revenue.
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Cyber security and the defence industry – Michelle Price, AustCyber
22 augustus 2019 · 30 min
AustCyber CEO Michelle Price joins host Phil Tarrant on this week's episode of the Defence Connect Podcast to discuss the world of cyber security and how it fits into the defence industry. Lees meer
Price shares her definition of cyber security in Australia today, who is ultimately responsible for cyber in organisations and the importance of SMEs ensuring the robustness of their cyber security systems.
She also discusses AustCyber's plan to enable the Australian security sector to grow domestically as well as internationally, and how Australia has become a leader in the innovation space.
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Replacing Australia's ARH-Tigers and AH-1Z Viper's expeditionary capabilities – Javier 'NERF' Ball and Rowan Tink
16 augustus 2019 · 25 min
In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, Bell Flight's international military campaign manager, Javier "NERF" Ball, and Capture Team Lead-LAND 4503 Rowan Tink join host Phil Tarrant to discuss the LAND 4503 – Armed Reconnaissance Helicopter Replacement program. Lees meer
Javier and Rowan break down the expeditionary-focused and ruggedised nature of the AH-1Z Viper platform, building on decades of platform and operational evolution with the US Marines to culminate delivery of a next-generation platform for the ADF.
Javier and Rowan will also discuss the process behind the scenes to flesh out their proposal to the Australian government as part of the LAND 4503 – Armed Reconnaissance Helicopter Replacement program.
Finally, Javier and Rowan will expand on the industry opportunities for Australian companies should the AH-1Z Viper be selected as a result of the growing number of aircraft being operated in the Indo-Pacific, building on the maintenance and sustainment program of record presented by the F-35.
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Innovation in defence – how Australia stacks up, Nigel Whitehead, BAE Systems
8 augustus 2019 · 33 min
Australia is well known for its high standards in the innovation space and the high calibre of graduates coming through the ranks. Lees meer
In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, BAE Systems chief technology officer Nigel Whitehead joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss innovation in the Australian Defence force and the changes within the industry over the last 20 years.
Nigel shares his views on Australia's position in the innovation space, why he believes the Australian education system is producing higher level graduates than the UK and what role engineers are playing in innovation.
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Working locally to deliver world-class munitions; Graham Evenden & Dion Habner; Thales Australia
1 augustus 2019 · 28 min
Australia's defence industry has been garnering significant reputation internationally for the quality of the work provided by both prime contractors and small-to-medium enterprises for some years, and continues to do so. In this episode of the Defence Connect podcast, representatives from Thales Australia join host Phil Tarrant to provide fascinating insight into the workings of an enterprise kicking goals both locally and globally. Lees meer
Graham Evendon, Director of Integrated Weapons and Sensors, and Dion Habner, Australian Munitions managing director, give an in-depth look at how Thales Australia is working to support the needs of the Australian Defence Force (ADF), as well as the demands for sovereign capabilities.
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The Defence Connect team
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Shaping workplace culture and behaviour, Stephen Becsi, Pulse Global
25 juli 2019 · 43 min
CEO of Pulse Global Stephen Becsi joins host Phil Tarrant on this week's episode of the Defence Connect Podcast to discuss workplace culture, behaviour and why he believes culture is not something that should be owned by HR. Lees meer
Becsi reflects on his 20 years of service in the Royal Australian Navy, retiring as the Director of the Strategic Reform program. He shares how he applies his skill set from the RAN to his current role, recommendations around workplace culture and behaviour for leaders in the defence industry, and his definition of culture.
The pair also discuss the link between culture and behaviour, why leaders need to keep themselves accountable and how long it actually takes for culture to change within an organisation.
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Evolution of cyber security, Matthew Gollings and Patrick Batch
18 juli 2019 · 27 min
On this week's episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Accenture ANZ defence lead Matthew Gollings and BCT Solutions co-founder Patrick Batch to discuss Accenture's acquisition of BCT Solutions, their partnership moving forward and what it means for tech and AI within the defence industry. Gollings and Batch reflect on their time in the defence industry, the skills they have been able to transfer into leading their teams and advice for SMEs looking to enter an acquisition arrangement. They also discuss the work and programs Accenture is currently undertaking in the defence industry, how they are approaching innovation, their growth plan and what technologies they will be focusing on in the future for defence. Lees meer
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Naval shipbuilding institute and what it means for the industry, Ian Irving, NSI
12 juli 2019 · 28 min
On this week's episode of the Defence Connect podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by newly appointed chief executive of the Naval Shipbuilding Institute (NSI) Ian Irving to discuss the institute and what its aims and ambitions are. Irving discusses how the NSI will enable the development of a highly skilled national workforce to help deliver the Australian government's Naval Shipbuilding Enterprise, and how the NSI is establishing frameworks to ensure young men and women coming through the ranks are provided with the best possible education to set them up for endless job opportunities within the shipbuilding industry. Lees meer
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Passive radar systems, space and defence, James Palmer, Silentium Defence
4 juli 2019 · 27 min
James Palmer, CEO and co-founder of Silentium Defence, joins host Phil Tarrant in this week's episode of Defence Connect podcast to discuss passive radar systems and the relationship between defence and space. Palmer reflects on his time with DST, how it led him to starting Silentium and what the business looks like as growing SME. He reveals his view on the Australian space sector, the active role his team is playing in the development of it and recommendations for the next generation of academics rising through the ranks. Lees meer
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Thought leadership expert tips and tricks for self-awareness, Mark Hodgson
27 juni 2019 · 32 min
In this episode of Defence Connect podcast, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Mark Hodgson, a leadership expert and thought leader, to discuss leadership and what it means in the defence industry. Hodgson reflects on his short-lived career in the UK Royal Navy as a pilot and what he was able to take away from his two years of service, his views and observations towards the defence industry and the role of humanity in leadership today. Hodgson reveals his top tips for modern defence professionals looking to build their self-awareness, how to create a personal brand through thought leadership and how to present the best possible version of yourself. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer
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Supporting ex-service personnel transition to corporate life, Mike Whitelaw, Wandering Warriors
20 juni 2019 · 26 min
In this episode of Defence Connect podcast host Phil Tarrant is joined by Mike Whitelaw director and NSW manager of Wandering Warriors, the fundraising initiative of the Australian Special Air Service Association. Wandering Warriors assists ex-service personnel transitioning from the ADF into the corporate world, and Whitelaw stresses the importance of finding a role that utilises their skill set and positions them and their families for an enjoyable future. Whitelaw also reflects on his 17 years of service and reveals how he has applied his skill set from the force in his past and current positions, his transition from the ADF to the corporate world, the challenges he faced and how he overcame them, and the common misconceptions that people often have about veterans. Enjoy the podcast, The Defence Connect team Lees meer