Project Lead – Maintenance Baseline Uplift

About the role

This permanent position on Garden Island, Sydney, leads the uplift of the Product Baseline (PBS) for Defence maintenance, ensuring data accuracy, consistency and control across a complex program.

Key responsibilities

• Lead delivery of the PBS Maintenance Baseline uplift, aligning with sustainment priorities and stakeholder objectives.
• Plan and oversee end‑to‑end technical delivery, including data extraction, analysis, updates and baseline integration.
• Maintain baseline integrity and compliance across systems, documentation and risk management.
• Act as primary technical interface with stakeholders, supporting delivery, risk mitigation and handover.
• Manage project planning, scheduling, risk, progress, budget awareness and recruitment activities.
• Mentor and lead the team, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.

Required profile

• Relevant vocational qualification in a technical trade or engineering discipline.
• Proven project management experience in Defence maintenance.
• Leadership experience with Product Baseline data and documentation.
• Eligible for AGSVA Defence Security Clearance (minimum NV1) and ITAR clearance.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of Defence maintenance and configuration management systems (e.g., CMT‑U, AMPS, APLCRATES/NAVALLOW).
• Working knowledge of IPS/ILS artefacts, LSAR and ANPs.
• Understanding of contemporary maintenance practices and Defence supply support procedures.

What we offer

• Great Place To Work certified culture with flexible working.
• Competitive salary with annual reviews and salary packaging options.
• Paid parental leave, income protection and corporate rewards.
• Health benefits including flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance.
• Career development through online learning, mentorship and clear pathways.