Start Date
Immediate
Expiry Date
09 Oct, 25
Salary
0.0
Posted On
09 Jul, 25
Experience
0 year(s) or above
Remote Job
Yes
Telecommute
Yes
Sponsor Visa
No
Skills
Shipbuilding, Project Governance, Management Skills, Credentials, Scheduling
Industry
Information Technology/IT
About the role
Expression of Interest: Lead Strategic Naval Capability Delivery at Saab Australia!
Saab Australia is seeking Expressions of Interest from experienced, strategic and people-focused Program Directors to lead Saab’s Australian involvement in the General-Purpose Frigate (GPF) program.
This is a high-impact leadership role where you will be responsible for the local program delivery, governance, and strategic direction of Saab’s GPF commitments — supporting a broad range of local and international stakeholders and representing Saab Australia at the highest levels of engagement.
In this pivotal role, you will provide local leadership for Saab Australia’s program delivery, acting as the key interface with Defence, industry partners, and Saab’s global stakeholders.
As Program Director, you will:
Key responsibilities:
Customer & Stakeholder Management
Program & Commercial Management
Leadership & Collaboration
People & Performance
About you
You are a respected and experienced program leader with a proven track record delivering major, multi-stakeholder defence, engineering, or infrastructure programs. You excel in navigating complexity, leading teams through change, and building meaningful partnerships with senior internal and external stakeholders.
Essential Qualifications & Experience:
Education & Credentials:
What’s In It for You:
As Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an NV1 clearance.
About us
Saab Australia is a defence, security and cyber solutions provider, specialising in the development and integration of major defence and security systems. For over 30 years in Australia, we have built a reputation for delivering complex systems integration projects that provide proven and advanced capabilities to keep us ahead of today’s challenges.
From combat, communications, security and underwater systems to mixed reality, cyber security and deployable health solutions, our extensive portfolio of products and services provide high-technology solutions for defence forces and civil industries across the globe.
Apply today to join our crew and deliver solutions with purpose.
Culture and benefits
We employ over 1000 Australians and are committed to fostering a culture of excellence and enriching the employee experience.
By joining Saab, you’ll be a part of a collaborative and supportive organisation, where your professional growth and work-life balance are emphasised. You’ll work within an innovative and vibrant workplace, while having the opportunity to develop a long-term, fulfilling career.
As a valued team member of Saab Australia, you’ll access a variety of perks and benefits to support you and your family including:
For further information about a career at Saab, visit the page adjacent:
https://www.saab.com/markets/australia/careers/saab-life
Applications
Click ‘Apply’ to submit your CV and cover letter in support of your application. Kindly observe that this is an ongoing recruitment process and in exceptional circumstances, the position might be filled before the closing date of the advertisement. We encourage applications as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
By submitting an application to Saab, you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities including, but not limited to: reference checks, Australian Federal Police check, verification of working rights and qualifications, sanctions screening and a pre-employment medical declaration.
Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply. We also welcome applications from individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds.
Saab Australia is a nationally recognised Veteran Employer of Choice and welcomes the interest of ex-service members, veterans and their familie
Please refer the Job description for details