IT Delivery Manager

SAAB; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks paid leave

14% superannuation

Free Income Protection Insurance

Flexible working options

Saab shares matching scheme

MySaab discounts

Job summary

Saab Australia is seeking an experienced IT Delivery Manager to lead the delivery of critical technology outcomes for Australia's defence capability. You will own the full delivery lifecycle, guiding demand through to operations, with a strong focus on governance, security and scalable delivery.

The role reports to the Head of IT/CIO and involves cross-functional leadership, collaboration with IT Strategy & Governance, and vendor management within a hybrid on‑premises and cloud environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in enterprise IT project delivery.
• 3+ years in a leadership position within a significant portfolio of change in a hybrid on-premises and cloud enterprise environment.
• Proven ability to lead complex, multi-disciplinary teams through the full lifecycle of applications, integration, infrastructure and data solution delivery.
• Expert knowledge in automating the path to production, integrating security, and fostering a "You Build It, You Run It" culture.
• Strong capability to drive organizational adoption, ensuring technical success translates into measurable business process improvement.
• Ability to manage application, integration, infrastructure and data initiatives under a unified delivery framework (including value-stream and product-centric delivery models).
• Proven ability to manage delivery performance of external vendors, system integrators, and technology partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of IT projects, value-streams and programs. Ensure rigorous management of scope, schedule, budget, and risks to meet business commitments.
• Track and manage project performance through quality, delivery velocity, and technical debt reduction metrics. Manage interdependencies through consistent status reporting, milestone tracking, and risk and issue management.
• Collaborate with the Manager IT Strategy & Governance to ensure vendor contracts include clear delivery obligations, acceptance criteria, and escalation paths. Assess and manage delivery risk introduced by third-party dependencies.
• Collaborate with the Manager IT Service to ensure frictionless handover of solutions into production service. Capture lessons learned and applied to continuously improved delivery
• Manage the configuration, deployment, integrationand validation/verificationof oursolutions, includingcorporate applications,IT infrastructure and platforms,and delivery team environments.
• Manage the developmentand delivery of the technical foundation needed for modern application and data integrationincluding the core integration and data architecture and platforms, tooling, API’s, storage & pipelines.
• Ensure that testing standards, code quality, documentation and development practices are defined and enforced.
• Partner with the Organisation Change function to manage the "people side of change. " Ensure that the technical solutions delivered are matched by the necessary stakeholder reviews, impact statements, training, communication, and process adoption required for realization of business value.

Skills

Leadership

Delivery governance

Vendor management

Change management

Security integration

You Build It You Run It

Stakeholder engagement

Hybrid on-prem & cloud

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Business, or a related field

PMP/Prince2 Certification

Agile (Scrum/SAFe) Certification

ITIL or COBIT Foundation Certification

Job description

Make a meaningful impact by leading the delivery of critical technology outcomes that support Australia’s defence capability. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced IT Delivery Manager to join a high-performing team and shape how complex solutions are delivered across Saab Australia.

Reporting to the Head of IT/CIO, you will lead the Deliver phase of our Demand-Deliver-Service IT Operating Model. In this influential leadership role, you will turn strategic priorities into practical outcomes by guiding the planning, execution and quality of IT projects and solutions across the organisation.

You will own the full delivery lifecycle, from prioritised demand and solution design through to build, testing and transition into operations. You will set teams up for success by combining strong project governance with modern, adaptable delivery methods, ensuring solutions are secure, supportable, maintainable and easy to use.

Leading cross-functional delivery squads, you will work closely with IT Strategy and Governance, IT Demand and IT Service Operations. You will create an environment where talented people collaborate, solve complex problems and deliver technology that makes a genuine difference.

With accountability for delivery performance, methodology, resources and solution quality, you will build a high-performing delivery pipeline that converts approved demand into valuable capability on time, within budget and to agreed quality standards. This role offers the opportunity to influence how IT delivers, strengthen organisational capability and leave a lasting impact.

Further, the successful candidate will:

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of IT projects, value-streams and programs. Ensure rigorous management of scope, schedule, budget, and risks to meet business commitments.
• Track and manage project performance through quality, delivery velocity, and technical debt reduction metrics. Manage interdependencies through consistent status reporting, milestone tracking, and risk and issue management.
• Collaborate with the Manager IT Strategy & Governance to ensure vendor contracts include clear delivery obligations, acceptance criteria, and escalation paths. Assess and manage delivery risk introduced by third-party dependencies.
• Collaborate with the Manager IT Service to ensure frictionless handover of solutions into production service. Capture lessons learned and applied to continuously improved delivery
• Manage the configuration, deployment, integrationand validation/verificationof oursolutions, includingcorporate applications,IT infrastructure and platforms,and delivery team environments.
• Manage the developmentand delivery of the technical foundation needed for modern application and data integrationincluding the core integration and data architecture and platforms, tooling, API’s, storage & pipelines.
• Ensure that testing standards, code quality, documentation and development practices are defined and enforced.
• Partner with the Organisation Change function to manage the "people side of change. " Ensure that the technical solutions delivered are matched by the necessary stakeholder reviews, impact statements, training, communication, and process adoption required for realization of business value.

For the duration of the probation period, this position requires full-time attendance in the office (five days per week). Upon successful completion of probation, flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working and a 9-day fortnight, can be discussed.

About you

Your skills and experience will include:

• 10+ years in enterprise IT project delivery, with at least 3 years in a leadership position in a significant portfolio of change within a hybrid on-premises and cloud enterprise environment.
• Proven ability to lead complex, multi-disciplinary teams through the full lifecycle of applications, integration, infrastructure and data solution delivery.
• Expert knowledge in automating the path to production, integrating security, and fostering a "You Build It, You Run It " culture.
• Strong capability to drive organizational adoption, ensuring technical success translates into measurable business process improvement.
• Ability to manage application, integration, infrastructure and data initiatives under a unified delivery framework(including value-stream and product-centric delivery models).
• Proven ability to manage delivery performance of external vendors, system integrators, and technology partners engaged on IT projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Business, or a related field.
• Certification: PMP/Prince2, Agile (Scrum/SAFe).
• ITIL or COBIT Foundation certifications are highly desirable

Applicants must be Australian citizens and hold or be able to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance to NV1/NV2 level. Information including past and present nationality and citizenship may be requested to check eligibility for access to materials controlled under various export control regimes, including ITAR.

About us

Saab Australia is a defence, security and cyber solutions provider, specialising in the development and integration of major defence and security systems. For over 35 years in Australia, we have built a reputation for delivering complex systems integration projects that provide proven and advanced capabilities to keep us ahead of today’s challenges.

From combat, communications, security and underwater systems to mixed reality, cyber security and deployable health solutions, our extensive portfolio of products and services provide high-technology solutions for defence forces and civil industry across the globe.

What you will be part of

Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters.

Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.

Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here .

Culture and benefits

We employ over 1000 Australians and are committed to fostering a culture of excellence and enriching the employee experience.

By joining Saab, you’ll be a part of a collaborative and supportive organisation, where your professional growth and work-life balance are emphasised. You’ll work within an innovative and vibrant workplace, while having the opportunity to develop a long-term, fulfilling career.

As a valued team member of Saab Australia, you’ll access a variety of perks and benefits to support you and your family including:

• 6 weeks paid leave each year
• 14% superannuation
• Free Income Protection Insurance
• Flexible working options
• Access to the Saab shares matching scheme
• Access to MySaab - our online store offering everything from cash back at hundreds of stores to discounts from exclusive partners

By applying to Saab, you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities including, but not limited to, reference checks, Australian Federal Police check, verification of working rights and qualifications, sanctions screening and a pre‑employment medical declaration.

Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply. We also welcome applications from individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds.

Saab Australia is a nationally recognised Veteran Employer of Choice that welcomes the interest of ex-service members, veterans and their families.

Regardless of whether you value cutting edge technology, creativity or an innovative environment, everyone at Saab contributes to keeping people and society safe.