Mastering Defence Infrastructure | Adelaide | 16-17 February 2026
Mastering Defence Infrastructure is a hands-on, real-world course designed for professionals looking to understand how Australia’s Defence infrastructure sector really works—and how to succeed in it.
At a glance:
Format: 2-day professional development program
Dates: 16 - 17 February 2026
Location: Naval, Military & Air Force Club of South Australia, 111 Hutt St, Adelaide SA
Tickets: Members $990 | Non-members $1,250 (excl. GST)
Style: Practical, interactive sessions with real project examples and guided exercises
Navigate the Defence sector with confidence
Across two high-impact days, you’ll learn how to:
Decode how Defence infrastructure decisions are made - understand the structure, priorities and drivers of the Defence Estate.
Present your capability in a way that resonates with Defence decision-makers - speak their language and position your value clearly.
Win work in a competitive Defence market - navigate procurement, tenders and pricing with practical tools and examples.
Identify opportunities and manage risks unique to Defence projects - avoid common pitfalls and learn where projects typically come unstuck.
Position your business for long-term success in a complex, trust-driven market - build relationships and credibility that last beyond a single project.
This is not theory. It's hard-earned knowledge drawn from real projects, candid feedback from SEG and PMCAS, and lessons learned on the frontlines of Defence contracting.
Course Program - Adelaide
Each session is 90 - 120 minutes and includes case studies, group discussion and practical walk-throughs.
Day 1 - Monday, 16 February 2026
10:00 am - 3:00 am
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Session 1 - Capital & Estate Works Update
Get up to speed on current Defence captial and estate work priorities, key programs and where the opportunities are emerging.
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Session 2 - Pipeline to Positioning Workshop
Turn pipeline intelligence into clear, defensible decisions about where to focus effort in the Defence estate market over the next 12–24 months.
Day 2 - Tuesday, 17 February 2026
10:00 am - 3:00 am
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Session 4 - Presenting Your Defence Capability
Sharpen how you describe your business, experience and value to Defence clients - in meetings, proposals and presentations.
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Session 5 - Strategic Business Development and Market Positioning
Map out where your organisation fits in the Defence ecosystem and create a practical plan to grow your Defence footprint.
Who should attend?
Consultants, contractors and suppliers entering or expanding in the Defence infrastructure sector
Veterans transitioning into industry roles who want a clear view of how Defence infrastructure projects are planned and delivered
Project managers, business development leads and bid writers working on Defence capital and estate works
Regional businesses seeking to enter or grow in the Defence infrastructure market
If you're responsible for winning or delivering Defence infrastructure work - or planning to be - this course will give you a sharper map and clearer next steps.