Director / Consulting - Transformation Program Management

Role overview

As a Director within the Transformation Delivery and Change group, you will spearhead major transformation initiatives across the Energy, Mining and Utilities industries. The role calls for a strong mix of strategic insight, hands-on delivery capability, and sector knowledge to help senior stakeholders improve performance, strengthen agility, and achieve measurable outcomes.

Leadership and strategy

• Shape and deliver complex change programs, covering digital change, operational redesign, and technology rollouts.
• Create and implement approaches that reflect client goals and current industry direction across Energy, Mining and Utilities.
• Serve as a trusted senior advisor by offering practical guidance and recommendations on difficult business issues.

Program delivery

• Take ownership of end-to-end delivery for transformation work, making sure timelines, budgets, and scope are managed effectively.
• Coordinate cross-functional groups and promote strong collaboration and accountability.
• Spot delivery risks early and put mitigation actions in place to support successful outcomes.

Client engagement

• Develop trusted client relationships by understanding their priorities and tailoring solutions to fit their needs.
• Represent the firm as an industry voice in the Energy, Mining and Utilities sector through forums, events, and publications.

Sales and business development

• Drive consulting sales activity by finding, pursuing, and winning new business opportunities.
• Maintain a healthy pipeline of opportunities using your network and market knowledge to identify client needs and position relevant solutions.
• Work with internal teams to create persuasive proposals, presentations, and value propositions.
• Contribute thought leadership through industry participation to strengthen market visibility.

Team development

• Coach and support team members to build capability and encourage a culture of high performance and continuous learning.
• Promote knowledge exchange and collaboration across the transformation team and the wider network.

Qualifications and experience

Applicants should have relevant tertiary qualifications in Business, Management, or a related area. Postgraduate study, such as an MBA, is considered an advantage. Strong experience leading large-scale transformation programs, ideally in Energy, Mining, and Utilities, is expected, along with solid knowledge of sector trends, challenges, and opportunities. You should also bring strong program and project management skills, including experience with Agile and Waterfall approaches, plus the ability to influence stakeholders at every level and lead complex multidisciplinary teams in a fast-moving environment.

Why this role stands out

• Join a team focused on meaningful change across Energy, Mining and Utilities.
• Work on advanced projects that use current technologies and delivery approaches.
• Benefit from strong learning and development support.
• Be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, innovation, and collaboration.

Additional information

KPMG is a global professional services organisation with deep experience across many industries. The business helps clients tackle complex problems, guide change, and unlock growth.

The workplace is built around diverse thinking and teamwork, bringing together highly skilled people who support one another and contribute to meaningful outcomes in an equitable environment.

Flexible ways of working are part of the culture, including flexible hours and locations, generous paid parental leave, and career breaks. Additional benefits include retail discounts, health and wellbeing initiatives, learning and development support, salary packaging options, and more.

Support is available during recruitment for candidates who need adjustments or additional help before applying.

Every career path is different, and the organisation looks forward to seeing how you grow there.