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Role Title: Senior Program Manager
Role Description:
We are seeking a highly experienced Defence Program Manager to lead the establishment and delivery of a Support System Remediation Program within a large and complex Defence environment. This role will stand up and lead a dedicated Program Management Office (PMO) responsible for uplifting an existing support system to ensure long‑term sustainability, improved performance and strengthened governance.
The Program Manager will provide strategic oversight, coordinate multiple technical and commercial workstreams and act as the central point of communication across Defence stakeholders and industry partners.
This position requires a senior professional capable of delivering structured governance, high‑level reporting and clear, consistent engagement at all levels.
Key Responsibilities:
- Establish and lead a PMO; including program structures, governance frameworks, operating rhythms and reporting systems.
- Drive the implementation of the support system remediation plan; ensuring coordinated delivery across engineering, technical, commercial and assurance partners.
- Serve as the primary coordination point for all program activities; ensuring alignment, communication and integrated planning across stakeholders.
- Lead stakeholder engagement with internal Defence groups, sustainment organisations, program offices and industry suppliers.
- Oversee schedules, risks, issues, finances and interdependencies to maintain program momentum and achieve milestones.
- Ensure program activities comply with Defence governance, safety, regulatory and capability requirements; including updates to relevant safety case documentation.
- Provide strategic advice, program insights and decision support to senior leadership.
- Promote a high‑performance culture and drive continuous improvement in program processes.
Skills and Experience:
- Tertiary qualifications in Project/Program Management, Business, Engineering or a related discipline.
- Recognised project or program management certifications such as PRINCE2, PMP or equivalent.
- Demonstrated experience establishing and leading PMOs; including governance, reporting and program control frameworks.
- Strong background delivering programs within Defence or similarly complex, regulated environments.
- Experience with sustainment, capability support systems or large technical remediation programs (highly desirable).
- Advanced communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across Defence, industry and senior leadership levels.
- Proven ability to operate autonomously, prioritise effectively and deliver within tight timeframes.
- Strong capability in schedule, financial and risk management with a track record of resolving complex issues.
Required Security Clearance Level: Negative Vetting One (NV1)
Location: Cairns, QLD
Weekly Hours: 40
Compensation Details:
AUD
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
03/23/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
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