Sustainment Project Manager

Saab Australia Pty Ltd; City Of Rockingham; Híbrido; AUD 120 000 - 160 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Up to 6 weeks leave

14% employer superannuation

Income protection insurance

Resumo da oferta

Saab Australia Pty Ltd is seeking a Sustainment Project Manager to lead engineering change projects for Combat Management Systems on in-service naval vessels. You will manage scope, schedule, cost, and quality while engaging Defence customers and internal teams.

The role offers hybrid work arrangements and requires Australian citizenship with NV1-level clearance readiness. You will drive risk management and coordinate across engineering sustainment activities to deliver contractual outcomes.

Qualificações

• Tertiary qualifications in Science, Engineering, Business, or related discipline.
• Experience managing sustainment projects, preferably in Naval/Defence environment.
• Strong knowledge of project management principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• Proven ability to influence teams and drive successful project outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of engineering change management and in-service support frameworks.
• CPPM accreditation or equivalent is advantageous.
• Australian citizen with ability to obtain NV1 clearance.

Responsabilidades

• Lead engineering change, capability enhancements, obsolescence remediation and defect resolution activities.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality and governance to achieve outcomes.
• Provide direction and support to Engineering Sustainment Team for successful execution.
• Develop and implement in-service support project strategies delivering contractual obligations.
• Prepare, manage, and maintain project plans, budgets, forecasts, and schedules.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks, issues, and opportunities.
• Lead project reviews and present progress updates to customers and senior stakeholders.
• Manage contract variations, change requests, and evolving project scope.
• Develop understanding of the solution and its operational application.
• Build and maintain relationships with Defence customers, partners, and internal stakeholders.

Conhecimentos

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Defence environment

Influencing teams

Engineering change management

In-service support

PM frameworks

CPP M accreditation

Formação académica

Science/Engineering/Business degree

Descrição da oferta de emprego

SUSTAINMENT PROJECT MANAGER

Join Saab Australia (Saab) and help shape the future of defence, security and cyber technology. For more than 35 years, Saab Australia has been a leading provider of defence, civil and security solutions, with an enduring purpose to keep people and society safe. We combine global expertise with local knowledge to deliver innovative, world-class solutions that support critical operations across Australia’s defence and security industries. From cyber security and communications to advanced defence systems and mixed reality technologies, our teams work on meaningful projects that make a real impact. If you're looking for challenging work, cutting-edge technology, and the opportunity to contribute to something bigger, we'd love to hear from you.

What we offer

• Up to 6 weeks leave
• 14% employer superannuation contribution
• Free Income Protection Insurance

The role

The Project Manager leads in-service support and engineering change projects across our Engineering Sustainment Team, ensuring successful delivery of customer outcomes across Combat Management Systems on in-service Naval surface vessels. Responsible for managing project scope, schedule, cost, quality and customer outcomes, you will drive the delivery of engineering change projects in line with contractual requirements and project directives whilst maintaining strong stakeholder engagement throughout the project lifecycle. Further, the successful candidate will trigger the following responsibilities:

• Lead the delivery of engineering change, capability enhancements, obsolescence remediation and defect resolution activities.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality and governance activities to achieve agreed project outcomes.
• Provide direction and support to the Engineering Sustainment Team to ensure successful project execution.
• Develop and implement in-service support project strategies that deliver contractual obligations and maximise business outcomes.
• Prepare, manage, and maintain project plans, budgets, forecasts, and schedules to achieve key milestones and objectives.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks, issues, and opportunities.
• Lead project reviews and present progress updates to customers, steering committees, and senior stakeholders.
• Manage contract variations, change requests, and evolving project scope.
• Develop a strong understanding of the solution, its capabilities, and its operational application.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with Defence customers, partners, and internal stakeholders.

Flexible work arrangements such as hybrid work from home / office, 9-day fortnight and part time (0.8 FTE minimum) will be considered for this role.

About you

• Tertiary qualifications in Science, Engineering, Business, related discipline or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated experience in project management and the delivery of sustainment projects, ideally in a Naval or Defence environment.
• Strong understanding of project management principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• Experience influencing teams and driving successful project outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of engineering change management, in-service support and project delivery frameworks.
• Proven ability to build collaboration, foster teamwork, and engage effectively with stakeholders.
• Meeting the requirements of Australian Institute of Project Management CPPM accreditation or similar.
• Applicants must be Australian citizens and hold or be able to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance to NV1 level.
• Information including past and present nationality and citizenship may be requested to check eligibility for access to materials controlled under various export control regimes, including ITAR.

What you will be part of

Explore a world of possibilities. Tackle challenges, drive innovation, and grow your career in an environment where curiosity and diverse perspectives are valued. Together, we achieve extraordinary outcomes, and your contribution matters.

Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, and ex-service personnel, veterans and their families.

Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring purpose to help nations keep their people and society safe. Supported by 28,000 employees worldwide, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. The company develops, manufactures, and sustains advanced systems across aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors, and underwater systems. Headquartered in Sweden, Saab has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations.

Learn more about Saab here. We're committed to creating an environment where our people feel supported, empowered and inspired to do their best work.

Saab is a global defense and security company operating in the fields of air, land and naval defense, civil security and commercial aeronautics. We number approximately 26,100 employees and have operations on all continents. Technologically we are leaders in many areas, and one-fifth of our earnings are spent on research and development. Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, or disability status.