Defence Recruitment
Our Defence Experience
We support recruitment across a range of defence capability areas, including:
- Commercial and Procurement
- Corporate Services and Business Support
- Defence Support Services
- Engineering and Technical Services
- Executive and Leadership Appointments
- Health, Safety and Environment (HSE)
- Operations and Program Support
- Project Management
- Digital and Systems Engineering
- Technology, Digital and Cyber Security
Defence Recruitment & Security Cleared Workforce Solutions
Harrison McMillan supports defence and government organisations across Australia with specialist recruitment and workforce solutions for security-sensitive and highly regulated environments.
Our Defence team works closely with defence primes, Commonwealth agencies, SME supply chain partners, and organisations delivering critical capability programs across engineering, technology, project delivery, operations, and corporate services.
We understand the workforce challenges facing the defence sector, including:
- Security clearance requirements
- Access to security-cleared professionals
- Defence capability uplift and sustainment
- Workforce shortages across technical and engineering disciplines
- Complex procurement and compliance environments
- Rapid mobilisation requirements for defence projects
Through ongoing engagement across the Australian defence industry, Harrison McMillan has built strong networks of security-cleared and defence-experienced professionals across permanent, contract, and project-based roles.
Our team understands the importance of sovereign capability, workforce resilience, and secure talent pipelines in supporting Australia’s long-term defence priorities.
Submit a vacancy below or connect with us today to find the perfect match for your team.
Defence Security Clearance Sponsorship
Australia’s defence industry is experiencing significant growth, particularly in South Australia, driven by AUKUS, sovereign capability investment, defence infrastructure programs, and long-term national security priorities. As defence primes, SMEs, and government agencies continue to scale operations, demand for suitably qualified and security-cleared professionals is increasing rapidly across engineering, technology, project delivery, operations, and corporate services roles.
Many opportunities across the defence and government sectors require an active Australian Government security clearance. However, candidates often face a common challenge: employers require candidates to already hold a clearance, while candidates typically need sponsorship through employment to commence the process.
To help address this market challenge, Harrison McMillan provides eligible candidates with access to pathways for independent security clearance sponsorship through an accredited DISP Level 3 certified provider delivering Security Clearances as a Service (SCaaS). This pathway allows eligible individuals to commence the security clearance process prior to securing a role, helping position them more competitively within the defence employment market.
How Security Clearance Sponsorship Can Benefit Your Career
- Access opportunities across Australia’s growing defence and government sectors
- Improve eligibility for security-cleared and defence industry roles
- Increase competitiveness within a high-demand candidate market
- Reduce mobilisation and onboarding timeframes for future employers
- Position yourself for long-term career opportunities within defence, government, and critical infrastructure sectors
- Receive guidance and support throughout the security clearance process
Security Clearance Pathways Available
Eligible candidates may be able to access sponsorship pathways for:
- Baseline Security Clearance
- NV1 Security Clearance
- NV2 Security Clearance
Explore Defence Career Opportunities
If you are interested in working within the defence or government sectors and would like to learn more about security clearance sponsorship pathways, contact enquiries@harrisonmcmillan.com.au.
Meet Our Defence Recruitment Team
Find Permanent and Contractor Defence Candidates
Are you having trouble filling a role or want to take the pressure of the selection process off your shoulders? Then submit a vacancy!
Our recruiters have the industry knowledge and recruitment experience to deliver great candidates within days or even hours.
