Environment & Release Lead
12-Month Fixed Term Contract
Melbourne - Hybrid Work (Minimum two days onsite)

Join CPA Australia on a high-profile, enterprise-wide Learning Evolution Program that is reshaping how we deliver world-class learning experiences to our global membership.

We’re seeking an Environment & Release Lead who thrives at the intersection of technology, governance, and stakeholder collaboration—someone who can orchestrate complex, multi-system releases while partnering closely with squads, vendors, and senior stakeholders.

About the Role

Reporting to the Technical Delivery Lead, you will own the end-to-end environment and release management capability across a sophisticated ecosystem including Dynamics 365, D2L, MuleSoft, Azure, and Power Platform.

This is a high-visibility role where your work directly impacts delivery confidence, program milestones, and business outcomes.

What You’ll Do

Environment Strategy & Governance

Design and maintain a robust environment management practice across all systems
Own the environment register, lifecycle planning, and provisioning governance
Partner with Infrastructure, Security, and Database teams to ensure environments are secure, compliant, and optimised
Oversee data masking, patching, licensing, and storage controls
Collaborate with vendors and DevOps teams to automate environments through CI/CD pipelines

Release Leadership

Own the end-to-end release lifecycle across multiple squads and vendors
Define and manage the release calendar, governance gates, and CAB inputs
Coordinate complex, multi-system releases across integrated platforms
Proactively manage risks, dependencies, and rollback strategies
Lead post-release reviews and drive continuous improvement

Stakeholder & Program Engagement

Work closely with Squad Leads, Architects, Product Owners, and Vendors
Act as a trusted partner to delivery teams, enabling smooth and predictable releases
Support EPMO governance, audit readiness, and reporting requirements
Contribute to budget planning, cost tracking, and performance reporting

What You Bring

Experience & Leadership
7+ years in Environment & Release Management, DevOps, or Delivery leadership roles
Experience operating in Agile environments (Jira, iterative delivery models)
Background as an Iteration Manager, Delivery Manager, or Release Manager highly regarded
Proven ability to manage cross-functional stakeholders and vendors in complex programs

Technical Capability

You bring strong breadth across modern platforms and cloud ecosystems:

Microsoft Dynamics 365 (CE & F&O)
Power Platform (PowerApps, Power Automate, Power Pages)
Azure / AWS / Cloud Engineering (AWS experience highly regarded)
MuleSoft (or similar integration layer)
CI/CD pipelines, Git Flow, Azure DevOps / VSO
Exposure to containerisation (Docker/Kubernetes) beneficial

Frameworks & Standards

Strong grounding in SDLC, release governance, and change management
Familiarity with ITIL practices (certification desirable)
Experience supporting audits, compliance, and enterprise reporting

Who You Are

You’re a natural orchestrator—equally comfortable talking to engineers, architects, and executives. You bring structure to complexity, anticipate risks before they arise, and enable teams to deliver confidently at pace.

Why We Love Working at CPA Australia

At CPA Australia, we’re proud of our vibrant, values-led culture. We live by our core values: Create Opportunity, Pursue Excellence, and Achieve Together—and they shape everything we do.

Here’s what makes working here special:

Inclusive culture – We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to thrive.

People-first culture – Work alongside passionate, like-minded professionals who strive to be their best.
Hybrid flexibility – Enjoy the balance of working from home and in the office (minimum two days onsite).
Wellbeing matters – Access health and wellbeing sessions, learning labs, and a generous reward and recognition program.
Supportive benefits – Paid parental, volunteer, and study leave, plus the option to purchase additional leave.
Career growth – Take advantage of learning and professional development opportunities.
Global mindset – Be part of a truly international organisation with over 20 offices around the world.
Incentives that reward you – Participate in our annual incentive scheme.
Fast-paced and purpose-driven – Thrive in a dynamic environment where your work makes a difference to our members and the profession.

About Us:

CPA Australia is Australia’s leading professional accounting body and one of the largest in the world. We have more than 175,000 members in over 100 countries and regions. Our core services include education, training, technical support and advocacy. CPA Australia provides thought leadership on local, national and international issues affecting the accounting profession and public interest. We engage with governments, regulators and industries to advocate policies that stimulate sustainable economic growth and have positive business and public outcomes.

We are values-based organisation underpinned by the CPA Australia Way, which is our commitment to each other and a way of working. It is the foundation of our success, experienced and lived by our people, and felt by members.

How do I Apply?

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