Corrosion Engineer - Lead Innovative Asset Protection

Vinci; Canberra; Vor Ort; AUD 150.000 - 210.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Great Place To Work

Flexible working

Parental leave

Income protection

Zusammenfassung

KBR in Canberra is seeking an experienced Project Manager – Aggregated Monitoring & Control System Sustainment to lead the delivery of a Defence capability within the Mission Integration unit. You will manage complex programs, liaise with Defence stakeholders and industry partners, and drive governance, planning and execution to high standards.

The role requires NV1 clearance, strong leadership, and a commercially minded approach, with flexibility and career development opportunities in a

Qualifikationen

• Experience delivering defence or defence industry projects.
• Ability to manage multiple schedules, budgets and teams.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.

Aufgaben

• Manage and maintain client relationships and delivery of existing projects.
• Create project plans with milestones, scope and budget with the client.
• Identify risks and issues and coordinate mitigations.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, operations and QA teams.
• Provide updates on costs, budgets and progress to stakeholders.
• Draft required Commonwealth deliverables such as SPMP, PM execution plan.

Kenntnisse

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Governance

Risk management

Security clearance

Project management

Negotiation

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in IT/Engineering/Business

PMP or program management cert

Jobbeschreibung

We are seeking Expressions of Interest for an experienced and motivated Project Manager – Aggregated Monitoring & Control (AM&C) System Sustainment to lead the delivery of a strategically important Defence capability within the Mission Integration (MI) Operating Unit. This role presents a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of satellite communications and mission systems sustainment, managing complex programs and collaborating with Defence stakeholders, industry partners, and multidisciplinary technical teams.

Reporting to the Senior Program Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the successful planning, execution, governance and delivery of the AM&C System Sustainment program. You will ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on schedule, within budget and to the highest quality standards while maintaining strong customer relationships and identifying opportunities for future growth.

• Manage and maintain existing client relationships, including the continued delivery of existing projects
• Construct project plans with agreed milestones, scope and budget with the client where new work is agreed
• Recognise and mitigate risks and issues within the project, including task dependencies
• Liaise with strategy and delivery teams to determine solution execution and implementation approaches, risks and mitigations
• Identify opportunities for process enhancements and efficiencies, leveraging lessons learned for future initiatives
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including engineering, procurement, operations and quality assurance, to ensure seamless execution and integration of program components
• Provide updates to stakeholders on solution/product development processes, costs and budgets
• Assess the business impact of technical and policy choices when making recommendations
• Draft and contribute to all Commonwealth required document deliverables such as Support Services Management Plan, Performance Measurement Reports and the Program Execution Plan

As the ideal candidate you will bring:

• Excellent business acumen and a commercially minded approach
• Well‑developed leadership skills and experience
• Proven ability to effectively manage relationships with key senior stakeholders both internally and externally in a Defence/ Defence Industry environment.
• Results oriented and proven ability to drive sustained business growth through successful delivery to high standards.
• Demonstrated experience in governance and compliance of programmes of work and effectively managing and overseeing multiple schedules, budgets and teams to achieve success.
• Strong influencing, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Extensive experience delivering and overseeing delivery of complex projects in a Defence or Defence Industry environment.
• Extensive & relevant network across Defence and Federal government with market/industry knowledge and expertise.
• Proven experience with project management of multi‑disciplined teams.
• NV1 Security clearance (with the ability to upgrade to NV2 if required).

Desirable:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Business Administration or a related field; advanced degree preferred but not essential.
• Experience in the field of satellite communication technology.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills, capable of making data‑driven decisions in complex and dynamic environments.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) or relevant certifications in program management are desirable.
• Agile delivery experience.

All candidates will be required to hold and maintain an active NV1 Defence Security Clearance. Only candidates holding a NV1 Clearance or above should apply.

What we will offer you:

• A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work
• Flexible working
• Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
• Paid parental leave
• Income protection
• Corporate rewards
• Salary packaging/Novated leasing
• Employee stock purchase plans
• Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance
• Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways

Location: Canberra, Australia. The role requires working from our Brindabella Business Park 5 days per week. The job is a 12 month contract with a possibility of extension.

Employment type: Permanent. Working hours: 37.5 hours per week.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Inclusive hiring: We welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Applicants must hold a valid Australian citizenship.

Additional eligibility: Background in Defence or Defence Industry projects and knowledge of industry regulations.

KBR in Australia employs approximately 2,000 employees focusing on innovative technology and engineering solutions for a safer, more secure and sustainable future.

Benefits & perks include competitive salary, flexibility, parental leave, income protection, stock purchase plans, health programmes and ongoing career development opportunities.

We look forward to receiving your application for this role.