project manager.

About the Role

My client is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the final stages of a project. This role will engage with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, including representatives from the Warehouse & Logistics team, Facilities, Information Technology, Health & Safety (HSE), and third-party vendors.

Your leadership will be pivotal in coordinating the installation, commissioning, and operational readiness of systems, ensuring a smooth transition to operationalisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install and Commissioning: Oversee the installation and commissioning of critical systems including CCTV, AV, IT, network, security, and access control.
• Preparation for Operations: Coordinate HSE reviews, staff inductions, equipment procurement, signage installation, evacuation procedures, traffic management, cleaning contracts, and racking solutions.
• Staff Move-in and Operationalisation: Manage all activities required for staff to move into the new facility, ensuring a seamless transition.
• Project Governance: Develop readiness checklists, manage scheduling, monitor financial forecasting, and provide status reporting.
• Risk & Issue Management: Identify, manage, and report risks and issues to ensure the project stays on track.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships across various teams and third-party contractors to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Communications: Draft general communications and updates for internal and external stakeholders.
• Minor Procurement: Manage minor procurement activities to support project requirements.
• System Readiness Coordination: Work closely with technical teams responsible for system setup to ensure all systems are operational before handover.

About You:

• Proven experience as a Project Manager, working on similar projects
• Ability to manage multiple work streams simultaneously, with a focus on interdependencies and outcomes.
• Strong scheduling, financial forecasting, and reporting skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities.
• Strong understanding of HSE requirements and best practices in project environments.
• Experience in coordinating the installation of technical systems such as CCTV, IT networks, and security systems is an advantage.
• Relevant qualifications in project management or related fields.

If you’re looking for a new challenge I want to hear from you!

Contact me on natalie.coyne@randstad.com.au

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.