Project Lead (Maintenance Baseline Uplift)

KBR Careers; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Place To Work

Flexible working

Paid parental leave

Income protection

Stock purchase plans

Salary packaging/Novated leasing

Private health insurance

Job summary

KBR in Australia invites applications for a Project Lead (Maintenance Baseline Uplift) based in Garden Island, Sydney. You will drive the uplift of the Product Baseline (PBS) within a complex maritime sustainment program, aligning data, documentation and tooling with Defence requirements and MSM guidelines.

You will lead a technical team, manage end-to-end delivery, and collaborate with stakeholders to improve maintenance practices, data integrity, and future-ready operations while adhering to

Qualifications

• Essential vocational qualification in a technical trade or engineering discipline.
• Proven project management experience.
• Extensive Defence maintenance experience including leadership roles.
• Experience in maintenance management and leading teams to develop and manage Product Baseline data and documentation.
• Strong knowledge of Defence maintenance and configuration management systems (e.g. CMT-U, AMPS, APLCRATES/NAVALLOW).
• IPS/ILS artefacts, LSAR and ANPs knowledge.
• Strong leadership and team management in high-tempo environments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Eligible for AGSVA Defence Security Clearance (NV1) & ITAR clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of the PBS Maintenance Baseline uplift, aligning with sustainment priorities and stakeholders.
• Plan and oversee end-to-end technical delivery (data extraction, analysis, updates, baseline integration).
• Ensure baseline integrity and compliance across systems, data and documentation; manage risks.
• Act as primary technical interface with stakeholders and customers, supporting delivery, risk mitigation and handover.
• Manage project planning, scheduling, risk and progress to milestones within timeframes.
• Monitor and manage risks, constraints, and impacts across resources, schedule and cost.
• Support financial and workforce oversight, including budget awareness and recruitment activities.
• Lead and mentor the team with direction and technical guidance.
• Foster strong stakeholder relationships and a collaborative environment.
• Drive continuous improvement across products, processes and services.

Skills

Project management

Defence maintenance

Maintenance data management

Baseline data documentation

Defence CM systems

IPS/ILS artefacts

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Security clearance readiness

ITAR compliance

Education

Vocational qualification in technical trade or engineering

Job description

Project Lead (Maintenance Baseline Uplift) At KBR

We do things that matter. 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. Think.KBR.com

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. Learn more about KBR in Australia

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 of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

The Opportunity

This role offers the chance to play a key part in uplifting and modernising maintenance and sustainment practices within a complex program environment. You will drive the improvement of the Product Baseline (PBS), addressing legacy data misalignment to ensure accuracy, consistency, and control. Working within a deliverables-based framework, you will help align baseline data, documentation, and toolsets while contributing to the adoption of digital content management practices. Your work will directly support long-term sustainment outcomes under the Maritime Sustainment Model (MSM), enabling more efficient, integrated, and future-ready operations. This is a permanent full-time opportunity and is based in Garden Island, Sydney.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of the Product Baseline (PBS) Maintenance Baseline uplift, ensuring alignment with sustainment priorities and stakeholder objectives
• Plan and oversee end-to-end technical delivery (data extraction, analysis, updates, and baseline integration) to meet schedule and quality targets
• Ensure baseline integrity and compliance across systems, data, and documentation, managing associated risks
• Act as the primary technical interface with stakeholders and customers, supporting delivery, risk mitigation, and handover
• Manage project planning, scheduling, risk, and progress to achieve milestones within agreed timeframes
• Monitor and manage risks, constraints, and impacts across resources, schedule, and cost
• Support financial and workforce oversight, including budget awareness and recruitment activities
• Lead and mentor the team, providing direction, prioritisation, and technical guidance
• Foster strong stakeholder relationships and a collaborative team environment
• Drive continuous improvement across products, processes, and services

As the ideal candidate you will bring

• Essential Relevant vocational qualification in a technical trade or engineering discipline
• Proven project management experience
• Extensive experience in Defence maintenance, including experience in a leadership role
• Experience in maintenance management and leading teams to develop and manage Product Baseline data and documentation
• Strong knowledge of Defence maintenance and configuration management systems (e.g. CMT-U, AMPS, APLCRATES/NAVALLOW)
• Solid understanding of contemporary maintenance practices and Defence supply support procedures
• Working knowledge of IPS/ILS artefacts, LSAR and ANPs
• Strong leadership and team management capability in high-tempo environments
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Eligible for an AGSVA Defence Security Clearance (minimum NV1) & Eligible for ITAR clearance

Desirable

• Experience Higher qualification in engineering, technical trade, or maritime discipline
• Experience as a Waterfront Engineer or Ship Superintendent (Defence)
• Experience leading planned and breakdown maintenance activities
• Strong technical knowledge of marine systems

What we will offer you

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

If you’re ready to shape tomorrow, let’s get started.

As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

KBR — Delivering Solutions, Changing the World.

KBR brings together the best and brightest to deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most critical missions and objectives.

In everything we do, we are guided by our ONE KBR Values: We Value Our People – We create diverse, inclusive environments in which each person can feel safe, respected and valued, and where everyone has opportunities to grow and reach their full potential. We Deliver – We are uncompromising in our commitment to deliver innovative, high-quality, technology-led solutions for our customers and exceptional, sustainable value for all our stakeholders. We Are People of Integrity – We value honesty, trust, courage, fairness, prudence and tenacity. We believe doing what’s right for the planet, the communities where we work, and our people is good for business. We Empower – We empower our people with a shared purpose, the right tools and the supportive culture they need to be proactive decision-makers, to be adaptive to change, and to succeed. We Are a Team of Teams – We have a will to succeed, but we value the achievements of our team of teams over individual accomplishments. Our collective focus makes us a better, stronger, more effective company. We have also embedded environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles in every business operation and corporate function. Not only are we committed to operating safely, sustainably and equitably, but we are also committed to using our capabilities and expertise to help our customers accomplish their sustainability goals.

Worldwide, KBR employs a diverse workforce approximately 29,000 people strong, with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries.