Senior Program Lead
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Program Lead to lead and manage complex projects from initiation through execution, delivery and closure.
* Drive the overall strategy and direction of the program ensuring it aligns with business objectives.
* Develop and implement project management plans, resource allocation strategies, and risk mitigation techniques.
* Build strong relationships with stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and internal teams.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
* Identify, assess, and mitigate risks to ensure successful project delivery.
* Maintain accurate records and reports to track project progress and performance.
Key Skills and Qualifications:
To be successful in this role, you will have:
* Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, IT, or related discipline.
* Postgraduate Project Management Training to Masters or Advanced Diploma level or international equivalent; or equivalent work experience of a large Program.
* Accreditation with a Project Management certifying body e.g. IPMA level B preferred.
* Strong understanding of Export Approvals and compliance (including ITAR).
* Holding or eligible for Department of Defence security clearance to Negative Vetting Level 1 (minimum).
Essential Experience:
Fulfils the criteria of 'Program Manager' category as described in Thales QMS (Chorus 2.0) reference system.
Minimum of 5 years proven management ability in project management or complex service delivery.
Understanding of training and simulation systems.
Contract and subcontract management.
Customer liaison - including meeting with the customer in either formal or informal meetings to discuss the status of the Project, current issues, and future work.
Directing risk management - including identifying new risks, reviewing existing risks, retiring completed risks, assigning financial implications of risks, and developing mitigation strategies and plans.