Working remotely, you'll play a key role in configuration remediation activities for Australia's naval fleet with a respected national consultancy!
01st November, 2026
Defence Maritime Program | Fixed-Term Contract | Remote (SA/WA Preferred)
Are you an experienced Configuration Management professional with a background in Defence maritime programs? We are currently seeking multiple Intermediate and Senior Engineering professionals to support a major naval sustainment and capability lifecycle management program.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a nationally significant Defence project while working with one of Australia's leading employee-owned professional services consultancies, renowned for delivering complex engineering, infrastructure and defence solutions across Australia and New Zealand.
About the Opportunity We are looking to engage up engineering resources to support configuration remediation activities within a major Commonwealth maritime program. These positions will play a critical role in ensuring the integrity, accuracy and governance of configuration data across Defence maritime systems.
Contract Details
Fixed-term engagement from to 30 June 2027
Multiple positions available
Remote working arrangement
Preference for candidates based in South Australia or Western Australia
Potential pathway to ongoing permanent opportunities for high-performing individuals
Key Responsibilities
Support configuration remediation and system assurance activities
Review, validate and update engineering configuration data
Work within Defence configuration management frameworks and processes
Utilise the Defence Configuration Management Tool (CMT) to manage and maintain configuration records
Collaborate with engineering, sustainment and technical stakeholders across the program
Ensure compliance with Commonwealth standards, procedures and quality requirements
Essential Requirements
Previous experience working on Commonwealth Defence maritime systems
Demonstrated hands-on experience with the Configuration Management Tool (CMT) (mandatory)
Strong understanding of configuration management principles within complex engineering environments
Ability to work independently within a remote team environment
Ideal Background
Defence Navy or maritime sustainment experience
Engineering, asset management or configuration management backgrounds
Intermediate to Senior capability level
Experience supporting fleet sustainment, lifecycle management or capability assurance programs
Strong attention to detail and ability to work with large volumes of engineering and technical data
What's On Offer?
Opportunity to support a critical Defence maritime capability program
Flexible remote working arrangements
Join a highly respected consulting business with a strong Defence presence
Work alongside experienced engineering and Defence professionals
Potential consideration for future permanent employment opportunities
If you have Defence maritime experience, current Defence system access and strong Configuration Management Tool expertise, we'd love to hear from you.