At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead infrastructure operations for Australia's nuclear-powered submarine capability and drive strategic improvements.
- Company: Join a high-profile Federal Government agency shaping Australia's defence future.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, Building Capability Payment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace encouraging applications from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact on national security and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
- Qualifications: Proven leadership in complex operational environments and strong commercial acumen.
The predicted salary is between 117000 - 143000 $ per year.
Chandler Macleod is recruiting on behalf of our client for an exceptional opportunity within a high-profile Federal Government agency supporting Australia's most significant long-term capability program. This is a unique chance for an experienced EL2 Director Infrastructure Operations to join the Australian Submarine Agency (ASA), contributing to a nationally significant defence initiative that will shape Australia's security, workforce, industrial capability and supply chains for decades to come.
About the Role
Working within the Australian Submarine Agency environment, the EL2 Director Infrastructure Operations will lead a critical function within the Infrastructure Planning, Performance and Integration (IPPI) team, supporting the delivery of a complex, nationally significant infrastructure portfolio. The acquisition of conventionally-armed, nuclear-powered submarines is a historic and transformative endeavour for Australia. This whole-of-nation effort will transform Australia's economic and national security landscape for decades to come.
The ASA's Infrastructure Planning and Coordination (IP&C) Division is responsible for planning and coordinating the delivery of physical infrastructure that will:
- Enable AUKUS partners to have a rotational presence at HMAS Stirling
- Support Australia's acquisition and sustainment of Virginia Class submarines
- Deliver Australia's sovereign build and sustainment of SSN-AUKUS submarines
In this role, you will use commercial, workforce, financial and business operations levers to improve organisational performance, strengthen delivery confidence and enable informed executive decision-making. This position is eligible for an additional remuneration benefit known within ASA as a Building Capability Payment (BCP), applied in addition to base salary for critical capability disciplines.
About the Team
The Infrastructure Planning and Coordination (IP&C) Division coordinates the infrastructure that enables Australia's nuclear-powered submarine capability. The work spans major programs and sites across Western Australia and South Australia, bringing together government, industry and international partners to deliver nationally significant outcomes. You’ll join a collaborative, high-performing environment where you can shape strategy, influence delivery outcomes and contribute to one of Australia's most complex infrastructure portfolios.
Key Responsibilities
You will be responsible for leading and enabling infrastructure operations outcomes, including:
- Leading and growing high-performing teams, building capability and fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration
- Driving continuous improvement across reporting, governance, information management and organisational performance
- Providing strategic leadership and sound judgement to solve complex problems and balance competing priorities
- Strengthening delivery confidence through robust performance oversight, insights and operational levers
- Applying strong commercial, financial and business management acumen to translate data into decisions and action
- Influencing outcomes across diverse stakeholder groups where success relies on collaboration rather than direct authority
- Identifying and managing enterprise risks, opportunities and dependencies to improve delivery outcomes
- Operating effectively in ambiguity, providing clear advice and direction in evolving environments
- Preparing and delivering high-quality advice and communication to senior executives, government stakeholders and delivery partners
About You
- Proven leadership experience in complex operational, portfolio, program or infrastructure environments
- Strong commercial, financial and business management capability
- Experience improving organisational performance through governance, reporting and insight-led decision-making
- Demonstrated ability to influence outcomes across multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
- High-level written and verbal communication skills, with experience advising senior leaders
Security Requirement
Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting Level 2 (NV2) security clearance. At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse individuals, people living with a disability, and the LGBTIQA+ community.
Director Infrastructure Operations employer: Chandler Macleod Group
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