The Systems & Improvement Lead will manage business improvement initiatives, identify process and system inefficiencies, and deliver practical changes across UGL operations. Requirements typically include qualifications or substantial experience in project management, business improvement, systems implementation, process mapping, and stakeholder engagement. Experience in infrastructure, engineering, resources, transport, or other complex operational environments is advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to lead projects from planning through implementation, coordinate cross-functional teams, analyse performance data, manage risks and reporting, and support adoption of new processes and technologies. Strong communication, problem-solving, organisation, and change-management skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently and influence stakeholders at different levels.
UGL is an Australian engineering, construction, and maintenance services company and part of the CIMIC Group. It delivers major projects and operational services across transport, power, water, resources, defence, telecommunications, and industrial infrastructure. UGL works with government and private-sector clients to design, build, maintain, and improve essential assets throughout Australia and internationally. The company employs a large multidisciplinary workforce, including engineers, project managers, tradespeople, planners, commercial specialists, and technical professionals. Its work commonly involves complex, safety-critical environments where strong project controls, quality systems, sustainability practices, and collaboration are important. UGL promotes professional development, operational excellence, diversity, and safe working practices. A systems and improvement role would typically support the company’s focus on improving performance, standardising processes, strengthening reporting, and delivering better outcomes across projects and business operations.
Australia offers opportunities in infrastructure, engineering, construction, mining, transport, energy, defence, healthcare, technology, and professional services. Major employment centres include Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, and regional project locations. The culture is generally informal, multicultural, and direct, with strong emphasis on workplace safety, teamwork, fairness, and work-life balance. Lifestyle options range from busy city living and coastal communities to outdoor-oriented regional areas, with beaches, national parks, sport, and travel widely accessible. Living costs can be high, especially in Sydney, Melbourne, and major coastal cities, while regional locations may offer project allowances or lower housing costs. Skilled professionals usually require employer sponsorship, a skilled migration visa, or another valid work right. Applicants should check current requirements through Australia’s Department of Home Affairs. Relocation planning should include accommodation, tax, healthcare, transport, qualifications recognition, and possible regional travel.
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