Strategic Technical Governance & Licensing Leader
Downer
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Job summary
Downer is seeking a Senior Technical Authority to lead governance, assurance and technical compliance across our Social Infrastructure & Citizen Services portfolio in Australia. You will set standards, oversee licensing and competency, and ensure work is delivered safely and by qualified personnel across a national portfolio.
In this senior role, you will manage technical risk, drive continuous improvement, and partner with senior leaders to strengthen compliance and operational resilience,
Qualifications
- 15+ years' experience in facilities management, infrastructure, property or a related industry.
- Expertise in licensing, permitting, technical compliance and regulatory governance.
- Strong experience in risk and assurance, organisational capability, and continuous improvement.
- Proven leadership in complex, multi-disciplinary environments.
Responsibilities
- Lead technical governance, assurance and compliance across the business.
- Oversee licensing, permitting and competency frameworks to protect our licence to operate.
- Identify, assess and manage technical and regulatory risks.
- Drive capability development, continuous improvement and technical excellence.
- Partner with senior stakeholders to strengthen compliance, performance and operational resilience.
Skills
Education
Job description
Downer is seeking a Senior Technical Authority to lead governance, assurance and technical compliance across our Social Infrastructure & Citizen Services portfolio in Australia. You will set standards, oversee licensing and competency, and ensure work is delivered safely and by qualified personnel across a national portfolio.
In this senior role, you will manage technical risk, drive continuous improvement, and partner with senior leaders to strengthen compliance and operational resilience,
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