Project Manager

  • Australia
  • Australian Capital Territory
  • Contract
  • Up to AU$0.00 per annum

ICT Project Manager | Federal Government | Scheme and Payments Platform

  • Contract: 12 months + 12 months | Based on the discretion of the Department
  • Location: Canberra, ACT | Flexible/ Hybrid
  • Security Clearance: Baseline Security Clearance (Preferred)

Join a high-impact Federal Government program driving technical transformation for one of the most vital national services. We are seeking a hands-on, delivery-focused ICT Project Manager to lead and coordinate the rollout of a critical Scheme and Payments Platform within a complex agile environment.

About the role:

You will work closely with the Program Director and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across our client’s technology division to deliver new capabilities that are secure, scalable, and fit-for-purpose. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead platform delivery across core solution architecture, cyber security, mobile integration, and agile DevOps implementation.

Key responsibilities of the position:

  • Lead the technical planning and execution of new platform capabilities, aligning cross-functional teams within technology division.
  • Maintain and govern a dynamic project schedule, balancing dependencies, business priorities, and risk thresholds.
  • Oversee end-to-end system delivery, including cyber security, solution architecture, DevOps pipeline integration, and third-party partner coordination.
  • Manage internal and external delivery partners for system implementation and sprint-based technology rollouts.
  • Represent the initiative across ICT Change Management forums and release planning cycles.
  • Drive quality assurance through security gates, penetration testing, and automated regression testing aligned with standards.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives across delivery and DevOps practices, embedding synthetic monitoring, CI/CD and test automation principles.
  • Provide program reporting via TSD-standard tools including weekly status reports, risk/issue logs, and delivery health checks.
  • Be the escalation point for technical blockers, coordinating with Product Owners, Scrum teams, and Release Train Engineers (RTEs).

What we are looking for:

  • Solid experience in managing the delivery of enterprise ICT systems, including mobile applications.
  • Strong background in agile delivery frameworks, with demonstrated use of SAFe, Scrum, and hybrid models at scale.
  • Proven track record of technical project delivery in Federal or State Government environments.
  • Formal qualifications in Project Management (e.g., Diploma of PM, SAFe Agile) and a relevant tertiary degree.

Desirable experience:

  • Passionate about inclusive tech with a deep appreciation for accessibility principles and accessible design standards.
  • Ability to bring in fresh thinking and challenge the status quo in technical delivery environments.

Why Join Our Client?

  • High-profile national program driving digital transformation and public service excellence
  • Work within a progressive, Agile-led, and DevOps-driven tech division
  • Canberra-based role with hybrid flexibility and long-term contract potential
  • Be part of a team committed to accessibility, quality, and continuous improvement
  • Influence technology outcomes that directly support Australians living with disability

To showcase your interest for the position, click on ‘APPLY’ on our website or for any further information, please contact Sanat Anmadwar on Sanat.Anmadwar@talentinternational.com. We look forward to seeing how your expertise can help us achieve excellence!

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