Decommissioning Delivery Manager

Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR); Australia; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Industry, Science and Resources is seeking a Decommissioning Delivery Manager (Executive Level 2) to lead the Decommissioning Delivery Team for Phases 2 and 3 of the Northern Endeavour program, overseeing offshore decommissioning activities and interfacing with APS, industry, and SMEs.

You will coordinate delivery across procurement, governance, and technical requirements, ensuring timely, compliant outcomes while managing risks and relationships with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience leading diverse multi-disciplinary teams.
• Proven ability to manage complex programs and projects.
• Experience with risk-based delivery assurance.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of offshore decommissioning projects in a matrix model.
• Manage Commonwealth delivery with lead contractors and subcontractors.
• Oversee procurement, contracts, and performance against obligations.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

Risk management

Strategic thinking

Communication

Stakeholder management

Job description

About the Department

The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our broader portfolio are integral to the Australian Government’s economic agenda. Our purpose is to help the government build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology.

We do this by:

• Growing innovative & competitive businesses, industries and regions
• Investing in science and technology
• Strengthening the resources sector.

The APS and the department offer a clear direction and meaningful work. You will be able to create positive impact in people’s lives whilst contributing to improved outcomes for Australia and our people. If you would like to feel a strong connection to your work and you are accountable, committed and open to change, join us in shaping Australia’s future. Please see the APSC’s APS Employee Value Proposition for more information on the benefits and value of employment within the APS.

About the team

The Northern Endeavour Branch is responsible for decommissioning the Northern Endeavour facility and associated infrastructure as well as the remediation of the Laminaria and Corallina oilfields. The program of work is being delivered in 3 phases.

• Phase 1: decommissioning and disconnecting the Floating Production Storage and Offloading facility (FPSO) from the subsea equipment, temporarily suspending the wells, and towing and disposal of the FPSO; (completed)
• Phase 2: permanent plugging and abandoning the wells (commenced);
• Phase 3: removing and disposing of the subsea infrastructure and remediating the Laminaria and Corallina oil fields.

The opportunity

We are seeking a candidate to fill the role of Decommissioning Delivery Manager as an Executive Level 2. The successful candidate will lead the Decommissioning Delivery Team to manage the operational delivery of decommissioning works for the department, focused on Phases 2 and 3. This is a rare opportunity to lead delivery of a nationally significant and technically complex offshore decommissioning program. The role operates at the interface of government, industry, engineering, regulation, procurement and major-project delivery.

Our ideal candidate

We are looking for a highly motivated self-starter who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments, brings strong leadership, team building and communication skills. Candidates with significant experience in program and project management, particularly in relation to the delivery of large and complex projects, are encouraged to apply. Experience in the oil and gas sector will be considered favourably. Our ideal candidate will have:

• Demonstrated experience in leading and managing diverse multi-disciplinary teams to achieve results, with the ability to meet shifting priorities and timelines with flexibility.
• Demonstrated program or project management experience in delivering complex projects and programs, including working in partnership with industry and subject matter experts (SMEs).
• Demonstrated experience of program delivery assurance and risk management activities.
• Demonstrated strategic and critical thinking to proactively identify issues, efficiencies and opportunities for program and process improvements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a demonstrated ability to prepare advice, briefings, submissions for senior management, committees, and decision-makers with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated strong ability to build and cultivate productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, to deliver shared outcomes.

Our department has a commitment to inclusion and diversity, with an ambition of being the best possible place to work. This reflects the importance we place on our people and on creating a workplace culture where each and every one of us is valued and respected for our contribution. Our ideal candidate adds to this culture and our workplace in their own way.

As the Decommissioning Delivery Manager at the Executive Level 2, your duties are expected to include:

• Lead delivery of projects through a matrix operating model, setting priorities and coordinating with a multi-disciplinary team to plan, prepare and deliver complex offshore decommissioning activities, including working with APS staff, contractors, SMEs, and teams across the branch.
• Lead the Commonwealth delivery relationship with lead contractors and relevant subcontractors, integrating activities, dependencies, decisions and deliverables.
• Support complex procurement activities and the management of contracts, including holding contractors accountable for performance against contractual obligations, milestones, quality and other requirements, working with technical, commercial and legal advisers.
• Establish and manage the integrated project delivery controls across scope, schedule, cost, dependencies, risk, quality, assurance, regulatory obligations, contract management and other delivery management artefacts.
• Work collaboratively with the Technical Management Office and branch SMEs to coordinate and integrate technical, regulatory and assurance requirements into delivery.
• Exercise decision‑making authority within delegation and escal…