We are proud to become a new Australian Department of Defence partner, offering career opportunities to support the delivery of Property and Asset Services across South Australia and the Northern Territory.
We have a role available for a Project Management Office (PMO) Lead to join our Defence division, supporting this new contract. This is a permanent full-time position that could be based at any of the main bases in the Northern Territory.
You will be joining a long-standing company that have been servicing critical infrastructure for over 20 years, and have the security of long-term employment with this contract having the potential to be up to 10 years. This role will have you overseeing some of the most exciting projects in the Territory
About us
Service Stream is an equal opportunity ASX-listed business that develops and operates Australia's essential services networks across telecommunications, utilities, transport, defence, and social infrastructure industries - we keep communities connected.
Your next role comes with:
Flexible working - all flexibility requests are genuinely considered and this role offers hybrid working.
Career development – we offer growth opportunities and support internal mobility. You will have access to skill enhancement through our online learning system and onsite training. Mentoring and leadership development programs may also be available.
Access - discounts for hundreds of businesses such as Woolworths, Air BNB, The Iconic, JB HI-FI, Dan Murphys, Bupa Health Care, and Specsavers. We also offer access to novated leasing and a share matching program.
Paid leave - parental, cultural, community service, defence, study, corporate volunteering and purchased leave available.
Culture – we are dedicated to fostering a workplace environment that values safety, diversity and inclusion, and meaningful recognition. You will play a key role in building the culture of our new team.
About the role
You will be responsible for managing and overseeing the execution of various estate-related activities, including estate maintenance requests, survey & quote activities, and estate works. As the PMO Lead, you will also be responsible for reviewing and approving project proposals.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Overseeing the processing and management of all estate maintenance to ensure timely and efficient completion.
Managing and supervising the execution of the estate works projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and standards ensuring they align with strategic objectives and compliance.
Leading the coordination of survey initiatives and the preparation of quotes for estate work projects.
Conducting regular safety performance reviews of ongoing projects to ensure safety protocols are strictly followed.
Evaluating the quality of current projects, ensuring that all work meets or exceeds established standards.
Identifying areas for process improvements and work collaboratively with teams to implement best practices.
About you
Our ideal candidate will have:
Considerable experience in project management, with at least a few years' experience in a leadership role.
Experience in stakeholder management, including working with government agencies, contractors, and other external partners.
Experience in budget control and management, ensuring projects are delivered within financial constraints.
Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirement related to estate works and Defence projects would be highly desirable.
Strong knowledge of project management tools and software and demonstrated ability to implement and manage continuous improvement processes within a project management framework.
Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
Professional Project Management (PMP) certification or equivalent is highly desirable.
You must be an Australian Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance.
How to apply
Please submit your interest with the apply button. Applications may be reviewed before the closing date, so please don't hesitate to apply
We celebrate diversity at Service Stream and welcome applications from people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, people with a disability or neurodivergence, and those from LGBTIQA+, Veteran or other diverse groups. Applications are unable to be accepted via email. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please email