Program Governance Manager | Defence Infrastructure

Amentum; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidised parking

Flexible working

Paid parental leave

Study leave

Reserve leave

Volunteer leave

Job summary

Amentum is seeking an experienced Program Governance Manager to drive governance across a major naval infrastructure program in Australia. You will establish governance frameworks, coordinate forums, ensure reporting, controls and compliance, and provide oversight to enable informed decision-making and successful project outcomes.

The role offers uncapped training and development opportunities, with benefits including subsidised parking, flexible working and various leave arrangements (paid

Qualifications

• Experience in project governance, PMO, program management or related discipline.
• Strong understanding of governance frameworks and project delivery environments.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• High attention to detail and strong administrative capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and governance reporting tools.
• Experience managing risks, issues, actions and governance documentation.
• Ability to build effective working relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Current Australian Government Security Clearance NV1 minimum.

Responsibilities

• Perform governance activities across the program or assigned project area.
• Establish and maintain governance processes, procedures, and reporting requirements.
• Coordinate governance forums, meetings, and decision-making activities.
• Ensure compliance with governance frameworks, policies, and standards.
• Manage governance documentation, including plans, registers, actions, and decision logs.
• Monitor governance performance, risks, issues, and key actions.
• Prepare governance reports, dashboards, and briefing materials.
• Facilitate escalation and resolution of governance-related issues.
• Support project teams to meet governance obligations and requirements.
• Identify and implement improvements to governance processes and practices.

Skills

Governance experience

PMO/program management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Governance reporting

Security clearance NV1

Interpersonal skills

Risk, issues, actions management

Tools

MS Office

Governance reporting tools

Job description

Program Governance Manager | Defence Infrastructure

• Coordinate governance forums, reporting and decision-making processes.
• Maintain governance frameworks, controls, registers and documentation.
• Support stakeholder engagement, compliance & continuous improvement initiatives.

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 Governance Manager to support the successful delivery of a major naval infrastructure program by leading governance activities across a complex project environment.

In this role, you will establish and maintain governance frameworks, coordinate key governance forums, and ensure reporting, controls, and compliance requirements are managed effectively. Working closely with project teams and stakeholders, you will provide the structure, oversight, and assurance needed to support informed decision-making and successful project outcomes.

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?

• Perform governance activities across the program or assigned project area
• Establish and maintain governance processes, procedures, and reporting requirements
• Coordinate governance forums, meetings, and decision-making activities
• Ensure compliance with governance frameworks, policies, and standards
• Manage governance documentation, including plans, registers, actions, and decision logs
• Monitor governance performance, risks, issues, and key actions
• Prepare governance reports, dashboards, and briefing materials
• Facilitate the escalation and resolution of governance-related issues
• Support project teams to meet governance obligations and requirements
• Identify and implement improvements to governance processes and practices

What sort of skills do I need?

• Experience in project governance, PMO, program management, or a related discipline
• Strong understanding of governance frameworks and project delivery environments
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• High attention to detail and strong administrative capabilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and governance reporting tools
• Ability to analyse information and support decision-making processes
• Experience managing risks, issues, actions, and governance documentation
• Ability to build effective working relationships across diverse stakeholder groups
• 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.