• Shape the future Project & Product Management capability.
• Build and lead high‑performing delivery teams.
• Full-time appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Competitive salary package including 17% superannuation.

About the area

UWA is embarking on a bold transformation journey, backed by significant investment in Information Technology to accelerate its strategic ambitions. We’re harnessing the power of emerging technologies to elevate our teaching, research, and operational capabilities — creating smarter services, richer experiences, and innovative solutions for our community.

To realise this vision, Uni‑IT is reshaping how the University delivers value. We are uplifting our project and product delivery capability through contemporary frameworks, modern methodologies, and best‑in‑class tools. This is an exciting time to join a team that is redefining how work gets done and enabling UWA to deliver with greater clarity, speed, and impact.

About the opportunity

We’re seeking a Senior Delivery Manager who will lead and mature our project and product management capability. This role is about enabling delivery by designing, governing, and continuously improving the frameworks, tools, and practices that underpin successful delivery across the organisation. As a function line leader you will:

• Manage a pool of highly competent delivery professionals (Program & Project Managers, SCRUM Masters and Project Coordinators) and recruit, develop, and provision these resources to Program, Project and Product Teams.
• Own and evolve the project and product management frameworks, ensuring they are modern, scalable, and aligned to strategic needs.
• Develop and maintain delivery processes, templates, standards, and tools that uplift consistency, quality, and predictability across all teams.

About you

• 10 years+ experience in Program & Project Management and delivering within IT environments.
• Extensive experience using various delivery methodologies including Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid, SAFe.
• Demonstrated capability in developing and maturing Project & Product delivery frameworks, processes, and tools at an organisational level.
• Strong experience recruiting, managing and developing project delivery professionals and uplifting capability through coaching, training, and knowledge sharing.
• Program and Project Management qualifications (PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, SAFe, MSP) and Bachelor's degree in STEM or equivalent experience or qualification

Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A current National Police Clearance will be required by the successful applicant.

Position description: PD - Senior Manager Delivery 523181.pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Rachael Hansom at rachael.hansom@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Tuesday, 19 May 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels. 

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.