Program Controls Governance Manager | Defence Infrastructure

Amentum Australia Proprietary Limited; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Subsidised parking

Paid parental leave

Study leave

Reserve and volunteer leave

Job summary

Amentum is seeking an experienced Program Controls Governance Manager to support a major naval infrastructure project. You will oversee the governance framework, maintain baseline integrity, and deliver high-quality reporting across the program.

You will work with PMO teams, project stakeholders and senior leaders, promote PMO standards, track performance against baselines, manage change controls, and drive continuous improvement across governance practices. Flexible working options available.

Qualifications

• Experience in PMO, program controls, or governance environments.
• Strong reporting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret performance information and communicate insights.
• Excellent organisational skills with competing priorities.
• NV1 security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain baselines across scope, schedule, cost, and resources.
• Manage baseline change control activities and approvals.
• Coordinate program reporting, dashboards, and performance updates.
• Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and quality of project data and reports.
• Monitor performance against approved baselines and identify variances.
• Support governance meetings, reviews, and reporting requirements.
• Promote adherence to PMO standards, controls, and governance frameworks.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes and governance practices.
• Engage with stakeholders to provide timely and accurate project information.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the PMO function.

Skills

PMO experience

Program controls

Reporting and dashboards

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Attention to detail

Governance frameworks

Excel and PowerPoint

Security clearance NV1

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Program Controls Governance Manager | Defence Infrastructure

Amentum is continually expanding our opportunities working on prominent defence projects across air, land and sea supporting the critical capabilities that keep Australia safe. We have a growing presence in cyber, space and nuclear programs.
Tell me about this role:
Amentum are seeking an experienced Program Controls Governance Manager to play a pivotal role in supporting the successful delivery of a major naval infrastructure project.
This role is responsible for overseeing project controls governance, maintaining baseline integrity, and ensuring accurate, high-quality reporting across the program. Working closely with project teams, PMO functions, and senior stakeholders, you will provide the governance framework and performance insights needed to support effective decision-making and program success.
We’re offering uncapped training and development opportunities as well as other benefits including subsidised parking, flexible working and different leave arrangements including paid parental, study, reserve and volunteer leave.
What will I be doing day to day?

• Maintain project baselines across scope, schedule, cost, and resources
• Manage baseline change control activities and approval processes
• Coordinate program reporting, dashboards, and performance updates
• Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and quality of project data and reports
• Monitor performance against approved baselines and identify variances
• Support governance meetings, reviews, and reporting requirements
• Promote adherence to PMO standards, controls, and governance frameworks
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes and governance practices
• Engage with stakeholders to provide timely and accurate project information
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the PMO function

What sort of skills do I need?

• Experience within PMO, program controls, project controls, or project governance environments
• Strong reporting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to interpret project performance information and communicate key insights
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management capabilities
• High attention to detail and commitment to data integrity
• Experience working within governance and compliance frameworks
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience with project reporting, dashboarding, and performance management tools
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Current Australian Government Security Clearance NV1 minimum

What’s in it for me?

• Flexibility - We like our employees to have the flexibility they need to live the lives they choose. With flexible working options such as WFH where possible.
• Inclusion - Our employees should feel safe bringing their whole self to work, we offer a number of programs promoting inclusion.
• Benefits and Rewards – Our benefits and rewards includesadditional superannuation;flexible leave options;salary continuation insurance;professional certification bonus;employee discount program.

Amentum: Trusted Partner in National Security
Amentum is a key service provider to the Australian Government, supporting critical national security and Defence capabilities across land, air, maritime, cyber, space, nuclear, and digital domains. With over 880 professionals nationwide, we deliver complex infrastructure, logistics, and technical solutions with a strong focus on quality, safety, and innovation.
With 27+ years of experience and a presence in major cities and regions, we’re proud of our people—our greatest asset. Join us and be part of a high-performing team with exceptional benefits and career opportunities.