Operations and Maintenance Improvement Specialist

4 days ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Northrop Grumman Australia Pty Ltd Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

"Please note this role is full-time and located in Exmouth, Western Australia and relocation is expected if you are not currently a local resident."

DARC is a global network of three next-generation ground sensors, based in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia.

Your Role:

As the Operations and Maintenance Manager at DARC site 1, you'll lead the O&M team, manage suppliers and subcontractors, and oversee the maintenance of plant and equipment. You'll ensure seamless operations across all facilities while maintaining security standards and supporting both onsite and remote activities.

  • Lead and manage the Operations and Maintenance team to achieve operational excellence
  • Oversee supplier and subcontractor performance to meet contractual and safety requirements
  • Ensure effective maintenance of power plant, diesel generators, and facility systems
  • Maintain robust security and compliance within a high security, defence environment
  • Foster strong relationships with internal, local, and international stakeholders

About You:

You're an experienced and hands-on leader with a strong background in facility operations and maintenance. You excel in managing people, systems, and risks, ensuring performance, compliance, and the delivery of critical Defence capabilities.

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline (preferred)
  • Proven experience managing O&M operations in a technical or Defence environment
  • Skilled in planned and reactive maintenance of power and electrical systems
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across all organisational levels
  • Strategic thinker who drives process improvement, reliability, and team development

What we Offer:

We have built our benefits to help you define your possible.

  • 18 weeks paid parental leave

  • Flexible Working Options including - Hybrid Working, 9-day Fortnights, Volunteer leave, Varying start and Finish times to suit your family needs.

  • 2 Weeks Paid Reservist leave

  • Health, Wellbeing and Generous Employee discount programs

  • Additional purchased annual and salary packaging option

  • Ongoing career progression opportunities- leadership development, education support, ongoing career growth through internal movement

Who we are:

At Northrop Grumman Australia, we have been defining possible for the ADF for over 20 years. Our commitment to safeguarding Australia's future by delivering pioneering technology is only matched by our commitment to building a great place to work and supporting each other.

Everyone Matters:

Wherever you are in your career, we have a range of policies and initiatives in place to help you define possible based on your individual needs. A variety of initiatives support STEM education, veterans, communities and the environment. And our thriving Employee Resource Groups also enable our people to share common interest in such areas as veterans, gender and young professionals.

What's Your Possible?

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable, as such your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. You will also need to satisfy police checks and employment screening verification

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