The posting
- $157,531 – $185,381 per annum (HEW Level 10) and 17% superannuation and annual leave loading
- Full-time, fixed-term position (2 years)
- Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus
We are seeking an experienced Senior Domain Delivery Manager to lead complex, strategically significant technology initiatives across Macquarie University.
Working within the University’s domain-based delivery model, you will lead multidisciplinary teams across product, cloud, infrastructure, networks, architecture, cyber security, operations, service management and business functions. You will ensure that technology outcomes are delivered safely, predictably and in alignment with the University’s strategic and operational priorities.
This role is particularly suited to a senior delivery professional with extensive experience managing complex infrastructure modernisation, cloud migration, operational technology and service improvement initiatives.
About the Role
- Lead the end-to-end delivery of complex, strategically significant technology initiatives spanning multiple workstreams, platforms and organisational areas.
- Establish delivery approaches, integrated plans, roadmaps, schedules, governance arrangements and clear measures of success.
- Lead multidisciplinary teams across cloud, networks, infrastructure, architecture, cyber security, service management, operations, vendors and business stakeholders.
- Manage complex risks, issues, dependencies, financials, quality, security requirements, change impacts and operational readiness.
- Coordinate infrastructure migration, platform modernisation and service-transition activities while maintaining operational stability.
- Partner with Product Owners, technical leads and business stakeholders to align priorities, manage scope and ensure delivery outcomes support agreed business objectives.
- Embed Agile and DevSecOps practices, including backlog management, delivery cadences, testing discipline, security-by-design, release governance and operational acceptance.
- Provide clear and timely reporting to senior management and governance forums, supported by evidence-based recommendations and practical decision options.
- Lead procurement, vendor and contract delivery activities, including commercial oversight, supplier performance, deliverable acceptance and risk management.
- Facilitate post-implementation reviews, retrospectives and lessons learned, translating findings into measurable improvements.
- Mentor delivery practitioners and contribute to improved delivery capability, governance and consistency across the domain.
About Us
Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation over 60 years ago, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we have grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community. Connect with us today.
About You (Selection Criteria)
- Extensive experience leading complex technology projects, programs or delivery streams in a large and complex organisation.
- Demonstrated experience delivering cloud, infrastructure, networking, platform modernisation or operational technology initiatives.
- Strong leadership across multidisciplinary and matrix-based business, technical, operational and vendor teams.
- Proven capability in delivery planning, integrated scheduling, financial management, governance, risk management and dependency coordination.
- Experience managing technology migrations, operational readiness, service transition and business-as-usual handover.
- Strong understanding of Agile delivery and DevSecOps practices, including continuous integration and continuous delivery, security-by-design, testing, release management and operational acceptance.
- Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders, reconcile competing priorities and resolve complex delivery issues.
- Experience managing procurement activities, commercial arrangements, vendors and implementation partners.
- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, including the preparation of executive reports, governance papers, delivery dashboards and recommendations.
- The ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining sound judgement, delivery discipline and stakeholder confidence.
Desirable Criteria
- Experience delivering technology services within higher education, government or another complex service-based organisation.
- Experience with Amazon Web Services, cloud migration, infrastructure modernisation, enterprise networking or cloud operating models.
- Knowledge of Information Technology Infrastructure Library practices, service transition, change enablement, incident management and problem management.
- Experience using Jira, Azure DevOps, Confluence, ServiceNow, Microsoft Project, Power BI or equivalent delivery tools.
- Relevant certification such as Project Management Professional, PRINCE2 Practitioner, Registered Project Manager, Scaled Agile Framework Agilist, Agile Project Management, Certified ScrumMaster or Professional Scrum Master.
How to Apply
To be considered, please apply online with your CV and a cover letter outlining how your experience aligns with the selection criteria (above).
Applications Close:
Applications will close on Thursday 19th November at 11.59 PM AEDT.
Why Join Us?
We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index, having recently earned a five-star rating in the QS World Rankings with the highest rating for employability. Take a look at the fabulous staff benefits on offer when you work at Macquarie University:
- Flexible, hybrid work arrangements
- 17% Superannuation
- Subsidised onsite parking options
- Extensive training and professional development programs
- Onsite childcare facilities to support working parents
- Onsite vacation care during school holidays
- Discounted health insurance
- Subsidised membership at our Sport & Aquatic Centre
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program for free and confidential support
- Convenient onsite GP, imaging, and physiotherapy clinics
Pre-Employment Checks
Macquarie University cultivates a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity. Prior to completion of an offer of employment, preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for.
Your employment is conditional upon the completion and maintenance of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University.
If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.
Applications Close:
19/11/2026 11:59 PM
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