Manager Technical Programs

Challenge yourself in this operationally critical role leading projects related to Qantas Group Flight Training- Thorough and comprehensive on-the-job training provided- Full-time, Permanent role offering an attractive remuneration package with excellent benefits

We pride ourselves on forward thinking. We’re not afraid to challenge, we invent boldly and we purposefully disrupt. In an industry characterised by competition and change, we stay a head of the game by innovating and creating outstanding products and services for our customers.

We’re constantly evolving, and this means the opportunities for our people are endless. In every role there’s the opportunity to embrace personal development and career growth, ownership of projects, and the ability to make an impact.

As the Manager Technical Programs, you will be responsible for the planning and execution of multiple large scale and operationally critical technical projects and programs related to Qantas Group Flight Training. Such programs include; the delivery of capital intensive, business critical initiatives for new training facilities and equipment such as those required to meet Group training needs for new fleet EIS Programs and ongoing modification programs to meet company and regulatory requirements. This position will help ensure regulatory compliance throughout the lifecycle of the assets, partnering with CASA (the regulator) to drive reform and change in operating models.

Key Responsibilities:
- Designs and develops plans to shape, prioritise and resource projects/programmes to ensure they fit in with overall business strategy- Develops and oversees mechanisms to track and report on the progress against objectives of projects/programs in order to monitor success and provide updates- Manages relationships with vendors and measure their effectiveness to ensure relationship and contractual obligations are met- Act as the authority across all issue escalation channels for all relevant programme / project stakeholders- Oversee the continuous review and improvement of project management policies, systems and processes to ensure they are fit-for-purpose- Partners and closely collaborates with internal stakeholders to ensure success of projects, programs and change initiatives- Provides leadership, coaching and mentoring to the team to ensure their growth, development and performance

Essential Skills:
- Aviation Trade, LAME qualification or a tertiary qualification in a relevant Engineering discipline- Demonstrated experience acquired in large scale projects- Proven ability to provide leadership and direction in a complex project environment- Capacity to undertake technical investigations and provide concise recommendations and reports- Excellent analytical skills and the ability to convey complex and/or technical issues to a range of audiences, including non-experts- Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, including the demonstrated capacity to build effective relationships at the most senior level both internally and externally- Experience with and understanding of the regulations, policy, processes and practices involved in planning for and delivering on initiatives- Experience in the management of complex engineering design processes for multidisciplined projects- Demonstrated capacity to lead sensitive commercial negotiations and achieve suitable outcomes- Knowledge of regulations pertaining to Aviation and process engineering principles

Why Qantas?

You’ll join a team where creativity and passion are encouraged. Our people come together to allow us to dream big and deliver successfully.

There are many different opportunities across our team, which means you’ll be able to grow both personally and professionally at Qantas. Your development is a priority for us - so that you can maintain the high standards our customers have come to expect and can continue to develop over time. You’ll be supported from day 1 with on the job training and coaching as well as our formal training opportunities. While you may start in this role, we’ve got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in so many different directions, the destinations are endless.

The Qantas employee benefits program offers amazing benefits that extend well beyond travel.- We love to travel: Enjoy heavily discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe, both for you and your family and friends, as well as exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays.- We have flexible leave options: Make use of leave and flexible working opportunities including 18 weeks paid parental leave and the option to purchase additional paid leave for eligible employees.- We’ll give you access to thousands of rewards: Through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment. You can also take advantage of our salary packaging program including motor vehicles