Technical Delivery Manager

Job details

• Posted24 June 2026
• SalaryNegotiable
• LocationCanberra
• Job type Contract
• Discipline Customer Experience
• Reference90M0710849_1782264006

Job description

• Location: Canberra ACT, Adelaide SA, Melbourne VIC
• Initial Contract: 12 months contract + 2 X 12 months extension
• Must be an Australian Citizen with an active Baseline clearance

FinXL is seeking a results-driven Technical Delivery Manager to join a large-scale federal government technology environment. In this role, you will lead teams of developers, provide technical leadership, and offer project management support to deliver software and development products within project timeframes. This position has a strong focus on driving high-quality development processes, using agile methodologies, removing blockers, and ensuring complex ICT services are robust and fit for purpose.

Key Responsibilities

• Unblock issues, support the delivery team, and monitor and improve performance of the team to maintain delivery throughput.
• Lead teams of developers, plan and drive system development activities, and take responsibility for monitoring and reporting on project progress.
• Work with Product Managers to define the roadmap for products and services.
• Oversee the process from initial design to implementation, testing, ongoing maintenance, and final deliverables of projects.
• Ensure compliance with endorsed software development methodologies, deployment procedures, and cyber security policies.
• Engage and manage stakeholder relationships, working closely with Software Architects, Scrum Masters, Product Owners, Analysts, Developers, and Testers.
• Manage and coordinate the resolution of ICT issues while leading a positive risk management culture.
• Oversee the analysis of technical requirements to support comprehensive project evaluation.
• Assist with the management of finances, contracts, procurement, resources, and expenditure within your area of responsibility.

Technical Skill & Experience

• Complex Delivery Management: Proven experience managing delivery across multiple teams or workstreams in complex environments.
• Planning & Risk Expertise: Strong capability in integrated delivery planning, scheduling, dependency, risk, and issue management.
• Reporting & Tools: Experience producing clear, decision-focused delivery reporting for senior stakeholders, with strong experience using tracking tools like Jira, Trello, or equivalent.
• Release Coordination: Experience supporting release planning, coordination, and readiness across teams.
• Framework Familiarity: A deep understanding of digital delivery lifecycles, product-based delivery models, and a range of delivery approaches (Agile, hybrid, structured).

If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity, we encourage you to apply by clicking the " Apply Now" Button. Only suitable candidates will be contacted.

FinXL does not accept unsolicited resumes or appreciate unsolicited calls from recruitment agencies.

FinXL encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.