Project Technical Lead, Network Modernisation (Fixed-Term)

Airservices Australia; Brisbane, Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Airservices Australia is seeking a Project Technical Lead to oversee the technical delivery of critical network modernisation initiatives. You will lead systems engineering activities across the project lifecycle, coordinating with Project Managers, SysTAs and stakeholders to ensure commissioning, operational readiness and a smooth transition to support.

This role sits within the Network & Telecommunications Platform team and supports a national critical infrastructure program.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience leading network infrastructure deployments.
• Experience in systems engineering and lifecycle management.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Australian Citizenship and eligibility to obtain and maintain an Australian Government NV1 Security Clearance.
• A Diploma or higher qualification in IT, Engineering or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery of Enterprise Network Modernisation Program initiatives.
• Coordinate systems engineering activities across the project lifecycle from requirements to commissioning.
• Provide technical governance, risk management, change control and stakeholder engagement.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, SysTAs and operational stakeholders to ensure project outcomes.
• Ensure solutions meet Airservices engineering standards and the Technology Management System.

Skills

Technical leadership

Network infrastructure

Systems engineering

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Technical documentation

Commissioning knowledge

Communication skills

Independent work

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Diploma or higher in IT/Engineering

Tools

Cisco

Palo Alto

ITIL

COBIT

Job description

Airservices Australia is seeking a Project Technical Lead to oversee the technical delivery of critical network modernisation initiatives. You will lead systems engineering activities across the project lifecycle, coordinating with Project Managers, SysTAs and stakeholders to ensure commissioning, operational readiness and a smooth transition to support.

This role sits within the Network & Telecommunications Platform team and supports a national critical infrastructure program.