Defence Sustainment Governance Lead

Downer; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Downer is seeking a Sustainment Maintenance Support Lead in Adelaide to oversee maintenance governance for defence capabilities. You will coordinate across SDACSPO, ensure compliance with Defence policy, and lead cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑quality sustainment outcomes.

You will drive risk-informed decisions, manage contractor schedules and maintenance data, and engage with stakeholders to align with strategic priorities and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance governance or Integrated Logistics Support in Defence or regulated environment.
• Knowledge of maintenance management frameworks and asset management.
• Experience reviewing contractor plans, schedules, and certification matrices.
• Ability to anticipate risks and advise senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide governance and oversight of maintenance activities across SDA assets; track planned maintenance and investigate deferred activities.
• Advise the Integrated Product Support Manager on issues, risks and practical solutions aligned with strategic intent.
• Review facilities, infrastructure and Government Furnished Materiel for compliance with Defence policy and licensing.
• Oversee maintenance data, calibration requirements and contractor use of Government Furnished Materiel.
• Govern maintenance technical data, updates, and consolidation of MRT data against contractor schedules.

Skills

Maintenance governance

Stakeholder engagement

Risk analysis

Regulatory compliance

Documentation review

Job description

Downer is seeking a Sustainment Maintenance Support Lead in Adelaide to oversee maintenance governance for defence capabilities. You will coordinate across SDACSPO, ensure compliance with Defence policy, and lead cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑quality sustainment outcomes.

You will drive risk-informed decisions, manage contractor schedules and maintenance data, and engage with stakeholders to align with strategic priorities and regulatory requirements.