Project Manager

Onsite, Full-Time | 24-Month Contract (with potential for extension)

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager to oversee the planning and implementation of a project. Reporting directly to the DC Deployments Manager, you will play a key role in collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to drive the successful delivery of the project. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a dynamic project with the potential for future opportunities beyond the initial contract period.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the project team, stream leaders, and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery in line with expectations.
• Apply established standards and methodologies across the entire project life cycle, from analysis and design to implementation and automation adoption.
• Take full ownership of the project, ensuring timely delivery within scope, budget, quality, and schedule while managing risks.
• Report progress, success criteria, and metrics to senior stakeholders, including the DC Deployment Manager.
• Manage additional ad-hoc projects as required alongside the project.
• Oversee the end-to-end project life cycle and coordinate resources to ensure successful project completion.
• Proactively identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure change adoption.
• Lead stakeholder meetings, define deliverable, and ensure fit-out requirements are met.
• Manage stream leadership, resolve RFIs, and handle variations effectively.
• Work collaboratively with the construction manager and operational leads to minimise impact on safety, service, and operations.
• Champion safety protocols, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement across the project.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience delivering complex projects, particularly in logistics and the supply chain sector.
• Project management qualifications such as PMI/PMP or PRINCE2, with a strong understanding of Agile methodologies.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to drive change management processes and lead projects to successful outcomes.
• Strong commercial acumen to inform key business decisions.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands.
• Self-starter with a sense of urgency and the ability to set and drive business direction.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Project, Monday, Plan View, Teams, and Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Key Competencies:

• Execution
• Decision Making
• Communications
• Team Management
• Technical Competence
• Critical Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Planning

Experience:

• Minimum of 5-10 years in Project Management, with a track record of delivering complex, cross-functional projects.

How to Apply

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Sara Chehrenegar 0437 671 187

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