Project Director

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Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day.
So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view.
We share what we know and we challenge what's possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we're driving progress in some of the world's most important industries - and working together to build a future we can all trust.

Our Australian Munitions teams in Benalla and Mulwala produce propellants, explosives and munitions for defence and commercial uses.
With ongoing investment into research and development, we produce some of the world's most high-performing guided weapons and explosive ordnance systems.
And being at the forefront of a rapidly evolving industry gives our teams constant opportunities to build on their technical expertise.

Reporting to the Director of Australian Munitions (AM), the Project Director is responsible for leading, managing, and delivering a Major Capital Works project in Benalla, driving a significant increase in AM's production capacity and revenue.

Working at our Benalla site on Yorta Yorta land, your role purpose is:

• Providing strategic direction to bid and project teams to deliver performance-based contracts within the defence sector.
  
• Ensuring the project objectives in relation to performance, growth, and reputation are exceeded.
  
• Lead and organise staff and optimise workforce planning and resource allocation for current and future needs.
  
• Manage stakeholder relationships and communications across internal and external parties.
  
• Build collaborative, trusted relationships with customers, suppliers, and partners.
  
• Analyse project performance, identify risks, and develop mitigation strategies.
  
• Support Operational and Functional Managers with budget development and financial performance evaluations.
  

Your Experience

On day one in this role, we'll expect you to bring the following skills, experience and behaviours:

• Proven track record in delivering performance-based Major Capital Works contracts preferably within a defence, manufacturing, heavy engineering or metals industries with a focus on quality-critical requirements.
  
• Experience in designing, constructing commissioning site infrastructure and production equipment.
  
• Extensive senior-level Bid and Project Management experience with multiple partners/co-contractors.
  
• Commitment to project reporting, project control and supporting governance frameworks.
  
• Effective leadership with strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to lead in diverse, international, and complex environments with multiple stakeholders.
  
• Demonstrated success in developing high-performing teams and uplifting capabilities.
  
• Skilled at navigating complexity and ambiguity to make effective commercial and financial decisions.
  
• Ideally, familiarity with ASDEFCON Complex/Strategic Contracting Framework.
  
• Tertiary qualification in business, engineering, project management, or a related discipline.
  
• IPMA Certification or ability to secure certification.
  
• Must be eligible to obtain Australian Defence Clearances.
  

As part of our commitment, we offer:

• Competitive remuneration + Super + Bonus + Medical Insurance.
  
• ThalesFlex - Hybrid work environment.
  
• Recognised leader in reservist employee support.
  
• Fitness Passport Discount - Access to a network of Gyms across AUS.
  
• Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance).
  
• Modernised Paid Parental Leave.
  
• Novated Lease options.
  
• Family support through our partnership with Parents at Work.
  
• Access to a network of the best people (A Nobel Prize winner on our staff list!).
  
• And much more!

Good to Know

Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and (role dependent) medical checks.

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