Defence & Security Podcast Network

Industry stalwart and former CEO of Lockheed Martin Australia and New Zealand Raydon Gates was just this week announced to Australian board of QinetiQ at a time of growth for the business, including the acquisition of RubiKon Group. Raydon joins Defence Connect Podcast host Phillip Tarrant and shares his insights on an industry in transition – and the critical steps organisations can take to focus on defence business opportunities, connect with government and position themselves to win more defence work. http://www.defenceconnect.com.au

This week on the Defence Connect Podcast former RAAF fast-jet pilot and business performance coach Christian Boucousis offers his perspective how skills, attitudes and processes from the cockpit can amplify business growth and effectiveness – especially in defence organisations. Christian – who is managing director of Afterburner Australia and New Zealand – says there's an opportunity for all defence businesses to enhance performance, win more work, build a better culture and deliver projects on time and on target through adopting proven and scalable processes that get results. Join Christian and the Defence Connect Podcast team to uncover the winning actions and techniques to get the most of your people, teams and organisations – and how to be a better leader. Enjoy the show, The Defence Connect team http://www.defenceconnect.com.au

This week on the Defence Connect Podcast we discuss the fundamental steps the Australian Defence Force and policy makers need to undertake to deliver Australia's security obligations – and the very important role of defence industry to support this – with Major General (Ret) Jim Molan. Major General Jim Molan gives his insights around the nature and future of warfare, the influence of the Defence White Paper and the nation's capabilities. Molan has been with the Australian Army for many years, where he has been involved in numerous postings, including Iraq in 2004. He is now using his extensive background in defence in his writing. His first book, Operations in the land of two rivers, was released in 2005 and his second book, Running the war in Iraq: an Australian general, 300,000 troops, the bloodiest conflict of our time, was released in 2008. Enjoy the show, The Defence Connect Team http://www.defenceconnect.com.au

This week on the Defence Connect Podcast we discuss the pivotal work of research bodies in transforming the defence industry in Australia and the need for SMEs to engage with research bodies. Science Director and Deputy Director of Manufacturing at the CSIRO Dr Cathy Foley joins us to discuss the importance of understanding and developing the capabilities of the SMEs within the Australian defence industry and how CSIRO and other research bodies can turn ideas into technical capabilities. Foley also discusses research bodies making a difference in industries with new to the world ideas and concepts, the commercial tangibility behind research, industry and product and how SMEs can connect with academia. Enjoy the show, The Defence Connect team http://www.defenceconnect.com.au

This week on the Defence Connect Podcast we explore the steady expansion of engineering and manufacturing company, H.I. Fraser and its evolution from a 'classic defence SME' to a diversified, booming business. General Manager, Chris Williams, dives into the company's decisions to reduce risk and entice growth by exploring other sectors and finding ways to bring the excitement and innovation from other industries back to defence. Williams also discusses other keys to continued growth, the current mood and morale of the defence industry, our options and reasoning behind building a strong sovereign capability, and the goodwill powers of a purchase order. Enjoy the show, The Defence Connect team https://www.defenceconnect.com.au

The First Principles Review, the 2016 Defence White Paper, Defence Integrated Investment Plan and the Defence Industry Capability Plan have all stated that the ADF must posses sovereign industry capabilities, and now, the task of ensuring it happens has fallen to the CDIC. First Assistant Secretary of the Defence Industry Policy Division, Kate Louis, explains how the Centre for Defence Industry Capability (CDIC) plans to assess what capabilities the Australian Defence Force (ADF) needs and then identify which of those capabilities must stay sovereign. For the first time in Australian history, Defence has acknowledged the important role industry plays in developing and maintaining a fully functional, modern military. First Assistant Secretary Louis identifies how defence industry SMEs can best place themselves for participation in the large scaled Defence projects, engage with Defence and get involved in crucial enduring sovereign capability projects. Listen in to find out how the CDIC can also assist your business to prepare for export. Enjoy the show, The Defence Connect team https://www.defenceconnect.com.au

Greg Ferguson, executive manager of the Avalon Airshow, stopped by the Defence Connect Podcast studio to talk with host Phillip Tarrant and co-host Paul Robinson about the upcoming airshow at Avalon in late February. This podcast is a must for defence industry business development managers, as Ferguson gives away some of his top tips on how to conduct business at the show and how to best attract future customers. With 600 exhibitors on display and over 30,000 visitors, you'll need to listen in to find out how you and your business can stand out. Enjoy the show, The Defence Connect team http://www.defenceconnect.com.au

Tristan Cross, company director and engineering partner Chris Riggs join Defence Connect Podcast host Phillip Tarrant and co-host Paul Robinson to uncover the method they used to break their company, Fibre Tech Solutions, into the defence industry. Cross and Riggs recount the steps they took to diversify from the resources sector into defence, from their initial homework right through to practical demonstrations and invites into massive Defence projects. Their story and tips make this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast unmissable for anyone wanting to crack the code and be part of the $195billion project influx from Defence. Enjoy the show, The Defence Connect team http://www.defenceconnect.com.au

RPR Trades Managing Director Darren Da Costa and Regional Manager- NSW, Sonia Gouveia join regular Defence Connect host Phillip Tarrant and co-host Paul Robinson to discuss the state of the skilled and semi-skilled workforce in Australia. In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, Da Costa and Gouveia dive into the absolute war for talent between oil and gas, rail-works, infrastructure, and now, defence sectors. With the sheer number of defence projects coming down the pipe, how will Defence, the primes and SMEs attract the massive workforce it needs for success? Listen in to find out. Enjoy the show. The Defence Connect team https://www.defenceconnect.com.au

Ms Kate Louis, First Assistant Secretary Defence Industry Policy Division joins Defence Connect Podcast host Phillip Tarrant to discuss the newly formed Centre for Defence Industry Capability (CDIC) and the opportunities it offers the defence industry. With their launch last week, the CDIC is aiming to 'open the door to Defence' for traditional defence businesses and industry newcomers. Listen in to find out how to get your business engaged with Defence and how you can shape the services the CDIC offers. Follow the link below for more information. http://www.business.gov.au/centre-for-defence-industry-capability Enjoy the show, The Defence Connect team http://www.defenceconnect.com.au