Transitions Project Manager - Defence
Transitions Project Manager - Defence
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Job Description
Our Defence & Social Infrastructure team are seeking aProject Manager as part of our Defence Transitions team for a Fixed-Term Engagement until 27th March 2026 with potential for an extension. We are open to someone wanting to make a difference in the team on a secondment.
The Project Manager will be responsible for:
- Management and governance of Phase In Workstreams including governance of;
- Workstream Phase In meetings
- Subcontractors which may include audits and plant materials and equipment checks
- Recruitment and Defence security requirements for new Ventia employees
- Site audits on existing plant equipment and facilities
- the procurement of appliances and specialist equipment
- the development of plans required to be submitted during phase in
- Line management of junior Phase In staff including providing support and guidance
- Communication and liaison with the client (Dept of Defence) including attendance at key client/Ventia Phase In meetings
- Review development monitoring updating and reporting of Transition Schedules checklists and plans
- Manage and report on risk and mitigation strategies
- Feasibility investigations of plant and equipment solutions and development and submission of associated business cases
- Proactively identify and recommend solutions to improve processes
- Cost monitoring of phase in expenditure
- Site visits where necessary
About You
To be successful in your application you will have a qualification in Engineering and/or Project Management with government stakeholder engagement experience accompanied with:
- Strong logistics coordination skills and experience
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Results focused with the ability to identify and prioritise problems and issues assist the generation of solutions and work collaboratively to achieve a successful outcome.
- Ability to successfully engage stakeholders from various levels of the business.
- Demonstrated experience in collaborative and consultative processes at a professional level
Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people Mori and Pasifika people LGTBQI Women Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.
What We Offer You
Not only do we offer a competitive salary and career growth we have also partnered with some reputable organisations to be able to offer discounts on Health Insurance Banking (new home loans credit cards everyday bank accounts) flights & accommodation car hire car leasing and much more.
How to apply
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Position Reference Number: 163627
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Contract
