Senior Defence Programme Coordinator

6 days ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia Laing O'Rourke Full time

About the Role

Laing O'Rourke is seeking a Senior Defence Programme Coordinator to join our Defence team in Canberra, ACT.

This role involves taking a lead planning role in the Defence sector and working closely with project teams to ensure construction methodology is incorporated in project programs.

The successful candidate will have experience in planning and management of complex programmes, preferably in a Defence context, with at least 5 years experience in a similar role.

The estimated salary for this position is between $120,000 - $180,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Planning, managing and sequencing Defence Sector programme and pursuit of infrastructure works through key Defence clients
  • Developing organisational understanding of Defence and Defence policies, systems and processes
  • Develop, prioritise, maintain and coordinate Defence pursuit pipeline
  • Collaborate with project teams to ensure construction methodology is incorporated in project programs

About You

  • Experience in planning and management of complex programmes, preferably in a Defence context with at least 5 years experience in a similar role, backed by a relevant engineering degree or equivalent
  • Experience with the Defence Sector
  • A capacity to plan, risk assess and prioritise in a complex and changing context
  • Strong communications skills and preferably experience with a customer relationship platform or software systems

Benefits

We work hard to create an environment that brings out the best in our people. We believe in building careers through providing a safe, connected and innovative culture that supports ongoing growth and development. We offer industry-leading benefits such as specialised learning and development programs, a mental health and wellbeing program, industry leading paid parental leave policy, an additional purchased leave option and coaching programs for staff on parental leave.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we live and work. Laing O'Rourke is proud to hold the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Citation - Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.



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