Transition Director

• Oversee a complex transition from planning through to go-live
• Be part of a global leader in medical, security and travel risk management services
• Max Term full-time contract from early January till early July 2027

Drive the end-to-end mobilisation of a Defence healthcare program services, ensuring a safe, compliant and seamless transition to operations

The Company

International SOS has a proven record across Australia and the Pacific region, combining global healthcare expertise with a deep understanding of the unique medical requirements for military operations, humanitarian relief and multilateral exercises. With on-demand capability, operational experience across the region, and the ability to engage large-scale distributed workforces; International SOS integrates seamlessly with uniformed capability, offering agile solutions that adapt to domestic and expeditionary military requirements. Globally recognised for our unique expertise, we offer fantastic opportunities to make a meaningful impact, providing care where others can't.

About the role

Working closely with key partners and stakeholders, the Program Mobilisation Director will oversee workforce transition, business readiness, technology onboarding and change management, driving all milestones through to successful go-live and handover. Key responsibilities include:

• Head the mobilisation and transition of the program services, ensuring a successful go-live
• Manage stakeholder engagement, governance, reporting and escalations
• Oversee workforce transition, recruitment readiness and onboarding
• Drive business, technology, service and security readiness
• Direct change, communications, risk and issue management
• Manage budgets, project delivery and post-go-live handover

About you

• 7+ years’ experience, including 5+ years managing major transitions, mobilisations or complex programs
• Proven success delivering large-scale workforce transitions and business mobilisations
• Strong program management expertise across planning, governance, risk and stakeholder engagement
• Experience leading organisational change, communications and cross-functional teams, with strong influencing, negotiation, and verbal and written communication skills
• Relevant tertiary qualification
• Full working rights in Australia

Benefits

• Contribute to a purpose-led organisation that helps clients protect their people while strengthening organisational resilience
• Opportunities to expand your career in a multinational company with consistent growth
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Enjoy rewards for your contributions, including service awards
• Option to purchase additional annual leave and paid volunteering days
• Exclusive discounts on health insurance, airlines, technology, and more

Ready to manage a major program mobilisation and deliver a seamless transition to operations? Apply today!

Please note: Only suitable shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

At International SOS, we cultivate a supportive atmosphere where everyone can thrive. We encourage applicants from all ages and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, disabled people, diverse genders, cultures, and languages, LGBTQIA+ identities, neurodivergent individuals and veterans to apply. We value your unique perspectives and skills through our dedication to respect and care. As a truly global organisation; we operate in over 91 countries, with multicultural employees speaking over 100 languages and dialects.