Director, Mission Integration

KBR - Kellogg Brown & Root Pty Ltd; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering solutions provider is seeking a Director of Mission Integration to oversee multiple projects and ensure their success. The role involves leading teams, managing client relationships, and driving growth strategies for the business unit. Candidates must have extensive experience in program management, particularly within Defence, along with relevant qualifications. This position offers competitive salary and flexible working conditions.

Benefits

A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work

Flexible working conditions

Competitive salary (including annual reviews)

Paid Parental leave

Paid Reservist leave

Income protection

Corporate rewards

Salary packaging/Novated leasing

Discounted employee stock purchase plans

Flu shots and private health insurance discounts

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in program management and operational delivery within Defence.
• Proven ability to lead large teams and manage relationships with senior stakeholders.
• Results oriented with a track record of driving sustained business growth.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Mission Integration Operating Unit and its projects.
• Lead growth strategy and delivery of projects within Mission Integration.
• Ensure governance and compliance of projects.

Skills

Program management

Operational delivery

Stakeholder management

Business growth

Governance and compliance

Team leadership

Networking

Project/program management

Education

Tertiary qualifications in business or engineering

Job description

We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 38,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in over 29 countries.

KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver.

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KBR in Australia

With over 65 years working on some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects, KBR has unmatched experience supporting the nation’s critical infrastructure, energy transition and national security priorities. KBR has around 2,000 employees throughout Australia, who are focused on delivering innovative technology and engineering solutions for a safer, more secure and sustainable future.

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Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

The Opportunity:

As the Director of Mission Integration, you will oversee the Mission Integration Operating Unit and its multiple projects and workstreams to ensure their successful delivery and alignment with KBR’s strategic goals. You will be responsible for achieving quality outcomes for clients, while maintaining strong engagement to understand and address their needs. You will provide leadership across people, programs, and growth activities, ensuring governance and compliance. Working with the People team, you will support staff development, retention, and engagement, championing KBR’s values and culture. You will also manage resources and budgets effectively to deliver business and client outcomes, and to grow the Operating Unit now and into the future.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the growth strategy for Mission Integration including campaigns, captures and other growth activities.
• Ensure successful delivery of all projects and programs of work within Mission Integration, whilst meeting both client and KBR requirements.
• Continuously improve project and program performance and quality.
• Provide effective governance and compliance of projects and programs of work in a collaborative manner.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and key stakeholders internally and externally.
• Lead customer engagement across the team.
• Champion a collaborative and results-oriented culture focused on development, retention and continuous improvement of employees, systems and processes.
• Develop and implement workforce planning to achieve strategic objectives in conjunction with the People team.
• Support commercial, contractual and business development/capture activities as needed.
• Participate in the development of budgets and financial targets and manage assigned budget targets.
• Demonstrate commitment to HSE and promote awareness whilst ensuring compliance with targets and policies.

Required Qualifications, Experience & Skills:

• Extensive previous & successful experience in program management and operational delivery within the Defence and government market.
• Proven ability to lead large teams and get the best out of staff.
• Proven ability to effectively manage relationships with key senior stakeholders both internally and externally in a Defence/Defence Industry environment.
• Extensive & relevant network across Defence and Federal government with market/industry knowledge and expertise.
• Results oriented and proven ability to drive sustained business growth through successful delivery to high standards.
• Demonstrated experience in governance and compliance of programs of work and effectively managing and overseeing multiple schedules, budgets and teams to achieve success.
• Tertiary qualifications in business, engineering, management, technology, or other relevant fields.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an Australian Government security clearance.
• Qualifications in project/program management.
• Reputation as a thought leader, demonstrated by published articles, conference presentations etc.
• Experience in managing geographically disparate teams and fostering a culture of inclusion, collaboration and excellence.

Benefits of KBR

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

Please note. Shortlisting will take place as applications are received, therefore the advertisement may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.

For shortlisted candidates, you may be invited to complete a short psychometric assessment as part of the recruitment process. These assessments help us gain a fair and objective understanding of your strengths and working style.

Notice to Third Parties/Recruitment Agencies: KBR Australia does not accept unsolicited resumes or any liability associated with fees or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties who have not been engaged directly on this job opportunity. Candidates interested in applying are welcome to submit their application online.