Maritime Programs Director: Strategy & Growth

Thales; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Competitive remuneration + Bonus

Medical Insurance

Novated Lease options

Professional development

Job summary

Thales Australia is seeking an accomplished executive to lead the DORSC and Marine Services portfolio in Sydney, delivering growth and operational excellence across naval and maritime sustainment programs.

As a member of the AWS Leadership Team, you will shape strategy, secure major opportunities, build executive relationships and drive governance, with a focus on sustainable performance and high-performing teams.

Qualifications

• Accomplished executive leader with experience driving commercial performance, operational excellence and large-scale transformation.
• Proven ability to influence at the executive level and lead across complex stakeholder groups in matrixed organisations.
• Defence, maritime sustainment, naval, ship repair or asset-intensive industry experience is highly desirable.
• Strong financial, commercial and customer leadership capability, with a focus on sustainable growth and business performance.
• Project management accreditation (IPMA, PMBOK, PRINCE2 or equivalent) preferred.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Business, Engineering, Project Management or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead a strategically significant maritime portfolio, aligning resources, capability and investment to deliver business growth and operational excellence.
• Shape and secure major maritime opportunities that strengthen market position, expand customer value and drive sustainable growth.
• Deliver outstanding portfolio performance across financial, operational and customer measures, balancing growth, profitability and delivery confidence.
• Build trusted executive relationships with customers and key stakeholders, proactively managing complex issues and strategic priorities.
• Foster a high-performance culture of governance, innovation and continuous improvement, ensuring successful delivery and long-term business success.
• Lead and develop high-performing teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.

Job description

Thales Australia is seeking an accomplished executive to lead the DORSC and Marine Services portfolio in Sydney, delivering growth and operational excellence across naval and maritime sustainment programs.

As a member of the AWS Leadership Team, you will shape strategy, secure major opportunities, build executive relationships and drive governance, with a focus on sustainable performance and high-performing teams.