_{29th January, 2026}

• Location - Canberra, ACT
• Australian Citizens with NV1 Clearance
• Length of Contract: 21 months
• The role closes on 3rd February 2026

Responsibilities:
The Transition Manager Responsibilities include:

• Progress the development of Transition Transfer Document(s) and submit them, along with the Transition Plan, to the Project Director for progressive approval.
• Collaborate with internal teams, external vendors, and stakeholders to ensure clarity of roles and responsibilities during the transition process. Including facilitating transition.
• Identify potential risks and challenges during the transition and develop mitigation strategies to minimize disruption and ensure uninterrupted system functionality.
• Ensure all relevant documentation, procedures, and knowledge related to the mission system are effectively transferred to sustainment teams to support ongoing operation and maintenance.
• Implement quality checks and verification processes to validate the successful completion of transition milestones and ensure that the mission system meets required performance standards.
• Monitor the performance of the mission system during and after the transition, identifying and addressing any performance gaps or issues.
• Maintain open communication channels with all stakeholders, providing regular updates on transition progress, addressing concerns, and resolving issues promptly.
• Coordinate with managers to ensure necessary personnel, tools, and equipment are available to support the transition process effectively.
• Conduct post-transition reviews to capture lessons learned and best practices that can be applied to future transition activities, contributing to continuous improvement.

Qualification and Experience:
In addition to the defined responsibilities of the position, the following requirements are considered
fundamental to the Transition Manager role:
 
Essential Criteria

• Tertiary qualifications in project management, engineering, related field or relevant experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience in program management, leadership, and management roles, with an ability to coach and guide teams in the implementation of strategy and transition.
• Experience in developing and executing complex transition plans and managing associated risks and resources.

Desirable Criteria

• Post-Graduate qualifications in project management, engineering or related field.
• Knowledge of Defence-specific requirements, including classified network handling and Defence network policies.
• Familiarity with quality assurance standards and performance monitoring practices.

Required Behaviours
In achieving the expected results, the Transition Manager is to:

• Act prudently, ethically and lawfully
• Communicate effectively with line managers and Division Head, including consultation with them and taking appropriate direction from them.
• Employ best practice in the execution of work, focusing on achieving outcomes, ensuring that decisions are made by appropriately qualified and experienced persons, and taking judicious risks
• Provide clarity on roles & responsibilities.
• Encourage transparency and truthfulness.
• Encourage collaboration and communication.

 
Additional Criteria:

• DSS - 1.5 Transition Management - L3
• SFIA Skill Code - Organisational change management (CIPM) - L4

Please contact Team.australia@ariszincgroup.com.au or simply click apply to submit your application 
 
"We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including First Nations Australians, Australian Defence Force and First Responder veterans, women in STEM, and people of all abilities, including those registered with the NDIS."
 
ARIS ZINC GROUP offers an end-to-end service approach with unique combination of expertise in recruiting, IT consulting and payroll services in the Canberra, Sydney and Brisbane markets. We champion people first, empowering them to take charge of their own aspirations and professional futures.
 
ARIS ZINC GROUP encourages diversity and welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from a diverse range of backgrounds, including people living with a disability.

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