Australian Owned and operated SME
The right people. The right expertise.
Extraordinary outcomes.
From strategic advice and delivery assurance to technology transformation and workforce solutions, we bring together the expertise, people and practical support organisations need to succeed.
Trusted by
Industries we’ve worked across
- Federal & State Government
- Primary Industries & Agriculture
- Water & Natural Resources
- Economic & Fiscal Policy
- National Security & Home Affairs
- Infrastructure & Transport
- Emergency Services
- Health & Medical Technology
- Higher Education
- Professional & Property Services
About SISU
A determined team. Extraordinary results.
Sisu is a Finnish concept embodying determination, strength and perseverance. We’re not Finnish, but we certainly embrace the spirit. We’re a proudly Australian SME delivering consulting, assurance, transformation and workforce solutions across Australia. We bring together the right people and expertise, combining national capability with the personal service, flexibility and accountability of a boutique consultancy.
Our people, our power
The humans behind the delivery.
Our strength is our people. A diverse, connected team of professionals united by a passion for solving challenges and delivering meaningful outcomes. We celebrate individuality, value collaboration and believe great people achieve extraordinary things together.
Who you’ll be working with
At SISU, we don’t lead from the sidelines. We work alongside our teams and deliver directly with our clients.
Melissa Saint
Program and project delivery, governance, assurance and change specialist
Brings experience across benefits management, business cases, project remediation, risk, stakeholder engagement and complex government delivery.
Kylie McKenzie
Digital strategy, technology and project delivery specialist
Works across technology discovery and assessment, business and systems analysis, data and information management, strategic roadmaps, implementation planning and stakeholder engagement.
Sarah Noad
Recruitment, workforce solutions and contractor engagement specialist
Connects client needs with the right people by building specialist talent pipelines, sourcing and placing employees and contractors, coordinating vetting and mobilisation, and supporting workforce continuity.
Mike Housden-Turner
Project delivery, change management and digital enablement specialist
Combines project delivery and change management with digital enablement, identifying and implementing practical technology, AI and automation solutions that improve productivity and ways of working.
Our values
Respect
We value people, perspectives and relationships.
Belonging
We celebrate diversity and create an inclusive culture.
Adaptability
We embrace change and find practical solutions.
Integrity
We do what’s right and deliver on our commitments.
Join the crew
Great people make great things happen.
We’re always looking for talented humans who share our values and passion for making a difference. Come as you are. Bring what makes you exceptional.
Our Services
Two Pillars. One Trusted Partner.
Most consulting firms provide advice. Most labour‑hire firms provide people.
SISU provides both.
Pillar One
Professional & Consulting Services
We deliver outcomes.
From strategy and assurance through to program delivery, business analysis and transformation, SISU provides experienced professionals who strengthen delivery, solve complex problems and help organisations achieve meaningful outcomes.
Pillar Two
ICT Labour Hire & Workforce Solutions
We connect capability.
SISU helps organisations secure hard‑to‑find ICT capability, from specialist and security‑cleared professionals to larger‑scale workforce requirements. We combine an established national contractor network with targeted sourcing, rigorous vetting, rapid mobilisation and dedicated contractor care from engagement through to delivery.
Professional & Consulting Services
Program Delivery
Services we deliver:
- Project & Program Management
- PMO Establishment & Operation
- Governance & Reporting
- Benefits Realisation
- Delivery Recovery
Program, Project & Delivery Assurance
Services we deliver:
- Gateway reviews and independent health checks
- Governance, risk and control effectiveness
- Benefits management and realisation assurance
- Investment, business case and value‑for‑money assurance
- Schedule, cost, scope and delivery performance
- Procurement and supplier delivery assurance
- Implementation, transition and operational readiness
- Delivery recovery and improvement
Business Assurance
Services we deliver:
- Business governance and accountability reviews
- Operational performance and effectiveness assessments
- Business process and control assurance
- Risk management and compliance assessments
- Business continuity and operational resilience reviews
- Financial management and value‑for‑money assessments
- Benefits realisation and business outcome reviews
- Operating model effectiveness assessments
- Policy, procedure and regulatory compliance reviews
- Business readiness and transition‑to‑operations assurance
Workforce & Capability
Services we deliver:
- Workforce Planning
- Organisational Change Management
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Coaching & Knowledge Transfer
Business Analysis & Service Improvement
Services we deliver:
- Business & Systems Analysis
- Requirements Elicitation
- Process Mapping & Optimisation
- Options Analysis & Business Case Support
- Procurement & Vendor Engagement
Strategy, Technology & Data Governance
Services we deliver:
- Strategy Development
- Data Governance & Maturity
- Digital Transformation Roadmaps
- Enterprise Architecture
- AI Readiness & Literacy
- Policy & Governance Design
Expert advice. Confident delivery. Lasting impact.
ICT Labour Hire & Workforce Solutions
Project & Program Delivery
Types of roles we provide:
- Project & Program Managers
- Delivery Managers
- Scrum Masters
- PMO Specialists
- Product Owners
- Agile Coaches
- Change Managers
- Benefits Managers
- Project Co‑ordinators
Business Transformation
Types of roles we provide:
- Strategists
- Governance Specialists
- Business Analysts
- UX Designers
- Service Designers
- System Analysts
- User Researchers
Development and Engineering
Types of roles we provide:
- Full Stack Developers
- .NET Developers
- Java Developers
- Drupal Developers
- Dynamics Developers
- Front End Developers
Data and Analytics
Types of roles we provide:
- Database Administrators
- Data Modellers
- Data Analysts
- Data Developers
- Data Architects
- Data Scientists
Architecture
Types of roles we provide:
- Solution Architects
- Cloud Architects
- Enterprise Architects
Testing & Quality Assurance
Types of roles we provide:
- Automation Testers
- Performance Testers
- Manual Testers
- Mobile Testers
Exceptional talent. Flexible solutions. Capability on demand.
One SISU. Two Ways to Succeed.
From delivering complex initiatives to connecting you with exceptional talent, SISU provides the expertise, flexibility and personal commitment to help your organisation thrive.
Why SISU
Big on capability. Personal by nature.
Five things clients consistently tell us set SISU apart from a larger, less personal consultancy.
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Specialist expertise
Deep, current knowledge across program delivery, assurance, technology and workforce, not generalist advice spread thin.
02
Direct access to decision‑makers
You work with the people accountable for the outcome, not a layer of account management between you and the work.
03
Responsive and flexible delivery
We shape our approach around your environment and timeframes, not a fixed methodology applied regardless of fit.
04
Personal service
A boutique consultancy’s accountability and care, backed by the capability of a national team.
05
Practical, outcome‑focused solutions
We solve the problem in front of you, with recommendations sized to what your organisation can actually act on.
Case Studies
Real challenges. Practical solutions. Proven outcomes.
Explore how SISU partners with organisations to navigate complexity, overcome challenges and deliver meaningful results. From strategic advice and assurance to transformation, project delivery and workforce solutions, our work demonstrates the value of the right expertise, practical thinking and a commitment to lasting outcomes.
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Embedding change capability across a large-scale digital reform program
Lifted the program’s Gateway rating and left a sustainable change capability behind.
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Standing up program management for a major modelling uplift
A successful, well-governed initiation that satisfied every Gateway requirement and moved the program into execution, with SISU continuing PMO support.
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Governance and assurance for an enterprise information strategy
Delivered an implementation roadmap giving the department clear, consistent controls going forward.
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Delivering a statewide cyber security control under a multi-vendor program
The organisation reached Essential Eight Maturity Level 3 for application control.
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Strengthening a university’s IT operating model and enterprise architecture practice
A clearer enterprise architecture practice and IT operating model for the university’s teams to build on.
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Streamlining the sales to fulfilment journey to increase revenue and margins
A successful technical implementation which delivered improved functionality with high user adoption.
Want to talk through outcomes we’ve delivered for an organisation like yours?
Let’s Chat
Great things start with a conversation.
Whether you’re planning a new project, looking for specialist expertise, building your workforce or exploring your next career opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.
No complexity. No unnecessary layers. Just real people, practical advice and a genuine commitment to helping you succeed.
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General enquiries
Head office
Canberra, ACT – national reach across all states