Job Description
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Lead a major Defence maritime maintenance transition in Cairns — and build the continuous improvement engine behind it.
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Secora specialises in driving productivity and leading change across Defence, Resources and Energy. We're known for our expertise in process analysis, optimisation and knowledge transfer — and we're growing our team in Cairns.
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We're looking for a Transition & Continuous Improvement Manager to lead strategic initiatives, manage transitions and drive continuous improvement on a Defence maritime maintenance contract, with enterprise-wide impact.
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1. Transition & Contract Lifecycle Management — develop and execute transition plans across the full contract lifecycle: phase-in for smooth service delivery, ramp up/down to manage change during critical business phases, and phase-out with a focus on contractual adherence.
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1. Continuous Improvement & Innovation — lead sustainable, profitable improvement strategies and drive the day-to-day process and system work behind them in Cairns, including:
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- end-to-end process and swim-lane mapping
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- SOP development and maintenance
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- change management to embed what's already been built
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- practical project delivery on process and system refinement
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- policy alignment, segregation of duties and controls
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- linking QGR assurance into action across commercial, industry, supply chain and maintenance
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- reporting on innovation initiatives and progress to stakeholders
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1. Stakeholder & Relationship Management — develop plans to strengthen stakeholder relationships, aligned to client values and commitment.
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- Experienced in Continuous Improvement Management, ideally in Defence or commercial sectors
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- A skilled change manager and communicator, comfortable developing ideas and engaging a range of internal and external stakeholders
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- A leader with strong team management and transition experience in dynamic environments
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What you'll bring: /n
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- Tertiary qualification with significant relevant experience (ideal)
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- NV1 Defence security clearance, or eligibility to obtain one
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- Lean / Six Sigma training or experience
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- Desirable: expertise in organisational design, change and program management
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- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, with excellent communication, analytical and stakeholder management skills
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At Secora, we value leadership and a commitment to excellence. If you're passionate about program management and innovation, we'd love to hear from you.
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Secora is an equal chance employer and a proud supporter of the Veterans' Employment Program. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees.
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- #Defence #Continuous Improvement #Change Management #Cairns #Now Hiring #Lean SixSigma #Maritime Industry #Secora Careers
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📌 Transition & Capability Innovations Manager (Cairns)
🏢 SECORA
📍 Cairns