Defence In-Service Project & Fleet Manager

Nixil Pty; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Nixil Pty in Canberra is seeking an experienced Project / Fleet Manager to coordinate in-service support for Defence assets and ensure fleets remain fit for purpose.

You will oversee contractor performance, manage schedules, costs and risks across capability, engineering, logistics, and security stakeholders, and align with Defence plans and accreditation requirements. Experience in military C2 tech and CASG/Defence is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and domain knowledge.
• Qualified in program or product management (e.g., AIPM).
• Understanding of military Command and Control technologies.
• CASG or Defence experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage in-service support arrangements, plans, schedules and reporting.
• Coordinate product and fleet governance and contractor performance reviews.
• Maintain cost and schedule controls and monthly capability reporting.
• Review supplier deliverables and support future sustainment contracts.
• Identify risks, issues and opportunities and advise on system specs.

Skills

Project management

Fleet management

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Contract management

Cost control

Defence domain knowledge

Education

Tertiary qualification

AIPM project management registration

Job description

Nixil Pty in Canberra is seeking an experienced Project / Fleet Manager to coordinate in-service support for Defence assets and ensure fleets remain fit for purpose.

You will oversee contractor performance, manage schedules, costs and risks across capability, engineering, logistics, and security stakeholders, and align with Defence plans and accreditation requirements. Experience in military C2 tech and CASG/Defence is advantageous.