Senior Program Manager

Canberra ACT | NV1 Clearance Required | Contract

Your new company

Your new company is a purpose-led, Australian-owned aerospace and defence consultancy operating at the forefront of aviation, space and national capability projects. With deep expertise across defence, airfield operations and advanced technologies, the organisation delivers high-quality advisory and project services to government and industry stakeholders in highly regulated environments. It is underpinned by a strong commitment to innovation, research and development, and creating meaningful career pathways within emerging sovereign industries, combining technical excellence with a values-driven approach that supports long-term capability building across Australia.

We are currently supporting multiple opportunities, so if you are interested in similar roles like the below please apply to explore all opportunities and express your interest.


Your new role

Operating at a strategic level, you will provide leadership across program delivery, stakeholder engagement, and governance.
  • Leading delivery across multiple program tranches
  • Engaging senior stakeholders across Defence
  • Managing program risks, dependencies, and outcomes
  • Ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and governance


What you'll need to succeed

  • Extensive experience delivering large-scale transformation programs
  • Strong Defence or government background
  • Proven ability to engage at executive stakeholder level
  • Expertise in governance and program delivery

What you'll get in return

  • High-impact leadership role within Defence
  • Flexible engagements considered (~2–3 days per week)
  • Competitive daily rate

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to holly.powell@hays.com.au , or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.



LHS 297508

Summary

Job Type
Contract
Industry
Engineering
Location
ACT - Canberra
Specialism
Defence
Ref:
3004222

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Holly Powell, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Sydney
Level 14, Chifley Tower, 2 Chifley Square

Telephone: 0290496980

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