Join Us in Shaping Excellence!
 

At Amentum, we empower innovation, embrace challenges, and deliver unparalleled solutions to our clients. As part of the Oasis Program, we are on a mission to achieve operational excellence and foster collaboration across teams, ensuring the success of our programs and the satisfaction of our customers.
 

We are seeking a Program Operations Manager to join our dynamic team in Alice Springs. This role is ideal for a proactive and detail-oriented professional who can operate across both operational and strategic aspects of the program. As a central figure within the PMO, you will work closely with senior leadership and Area Managers to support program alignment, performance visibility, and the effective delivery of program outcomes. If you’re ready to bring structure, insight, and accountability to a team dedicated to achieving excellence, this is the opportunity for you.
 

Why Join Amentum?

At Amentum, we believe in more than just delivering results—we strive to create lasting value. You’ll work alongside innovative professionals, supported by a company that values your ideas, invests in your growth, and rewards your contributions. Join us and become part of a team committed to solving tomorrow's challenges today.

As Program Operations Manager, you will:

1. Coordinate Operational Excellence:

• Collaborate with Program Support Managers, Area Managers, and senior leadership to drive alignment of operational workflows and ensure seamless program execution.

• Coordinate planning of program activities, team meetings, and strategic initiatives to maintain alignment with program priorities.

• Proactively monitor and ensure delivery of program milestones and deliverables, with clear ownership, timelines, and accountability.

2. Deliver Consistent Reporting & Insights:

• Collect, analyze, and deliver program performance data, operational metrics, and workforce analytics as clear, actionable insights to support decision-making.

• Support development of tools and dashboards to identify trends, risks, and opportunities across the program.

• Partner with the PMO to ensure reporting requirements are met, with consistent visibility for senior leadership and stakeholders.

3. Support Program Documentation and Presentations:

• Develop and maintain program documentation, including process overviews, standard operating procedures, and organizational structures.

• Prepare and present high-quality presentations, reports, and materials to support internal stakeholders, corporate reporting requirements, and broader program engagement activities.

4. Enable Resource & Workforce Planning:

• Work closely with talent acquisition and workforce planning teams to align resources to program priorities.

• Monitor workforce capacity, identify gaps, and provide insights into leave forecasts, resourcing constraints, and proposed solutions.

• Liaise with internal teams to ensure resources, tools, and materials are available to meet operational requirements.

5. Strengthen Program Operations and Efficiencies:

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance workflows, processes, and program coordination.

• Support audits, compliance reviews, and governance activities, ensuring alignment with program standards and requirements.

6. Foster Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:

• Act as a key point of coordination between Functional Area Managers, senior leadership, and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and effective communication.

• Build strong working relationships across the program and provide a reliable, customer-focused point of contact for program activities.

• Support broader stakeholder engagement across the program, including participation in external meetings, networking opportunities, and program-related engagements where required.

7. Promote Safety, Accountability, and Quality:

• Promote a strong culture of safety, accountability, and quality across the program.

• Support compliance with operational, safety, and quality standards in line with Amentum requirements.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree: In Business, Management, Operations, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Relevant Certifications: A strong preference for candidates with certifications such as CAPM, PMP, or Lean Six Sigma (or willingness to achieve certification within 6 months).

• Experience in Program Operations: Demonstrated experience in program operations, project coordination, or similar roles within complex, program-driven environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong organizational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes in fast-paced environments.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI or similar.

• Proven ability to develop reporting, analyze data, and provide insights to support program performance.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across all levels of the organization.

• Experience supporting workforce planning, resource allocation, or working with cross-functional teams.

What Makes You a Standout Candidate?

• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines while maintaining quality.

• Experience working across cross-functional teams within large-scale or complex programs.

• Exposure to governance, compliance, or process improvement activities.

• A flexible, solutions-focused approach with the ability to adapt to changing program priorities.

Personal Attributes We Value:

• Collaboration: You foster trust and teamwork across diverse settings.

• Dependability: You are a reliable individual with a strong sense of accountability.

• Proactive Problem-Solving: You anticipate challenges, think critically, and implement effective solutions.

• Adaptability: You thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Our workplace fosters a culture of collaboration, growth, and safety. You’ll spend the majority of your time in a professional office environment, working directly with a team that values open communication and adaptability. Occasional physical tasks such as walking, sitting, and handling light materials will be part of your day. Training, resources, and mentorship will ensure your continued success at Amentum.
 

Security Requirements:

To excel in this role, you will need to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) Clearance (Australian) or TS/SCI Clearance with CI Polygraph (U.S.).
 

WHY AMENTUM?

At Amentum, we do more than manage programs—we transform them into success stories. As a Program Operations Manager with us, you’ll contribute to impactful projects, expand your career potential, and build lasting relationships. Be part of a company that values innovation, resilience, and excellence in everything we do.
 

Be the Change-Maker We Seek!

Join us in delivering outstanding program outcomes on a global scale. Take the next step in your career with Amentum by applying today and shaping tomorrow with us.