Local Content Manager SRL

Req ID:509632

At Alstom we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains metros monorails and trams to turnkey systems services infrastructure signalling and digital mobility we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the full-time onsite Local Content Manager in Melbourne VIC AU were looking for


Your future role

Help shape the future of Victorias rail industry as part of the Suburban Rail Loop Project. Were seeking an experienced Local Content Manager to lead local content strategy industry development initiatives workforce development and compliance for one of the states most significant transport and urban planning projects.

Day-to-day youll work closely with teams across the business and alliance partners (commercial human resources procurement and government stakeholders) oversee the aggregation of data for compliance and performance monitoring and lead engagement with key partners to foster innovation create jobs and workforce development supply chain development opportunities and much more.

A little about the project

A $8.8 billion contract for Melbournes Suburban Rail Loop East includes a $1.8 billion scope for Alstom to deliver 13 automated Metropolis trains 15 years of maintenance CBTC signalling cybersecurity and communications systems platform screen doors and full system integration. The new fleet will be manufactured locally at Alstoms Dandenong facility supporting local manufacturing and contributing to one of Victorias most significant transport infrastructure projects.

Well look to you to:

• Manage and lead relationships with local content representatives of each Alliance member to deliver local content activities.
• Lead the development and implemention of strategies and plans to ensure the Alliance meets all local content commitments and targets.
• Lead initiatives that advance the rolling stock and rail signalling industry including those focused on job creation workforce development priority cohorts and social procurement outcomes.
• Ensure Alliance-wide compliance with relevant local content government policy and regulatory frameworks (i.e. Victorian Local Jobs First Policy etc.)
• Own and lead supply chain mapping to identify capability gaps and industry development opportunities.
• Establish and manage key stakeholder relationships to support local content and workforce development objectives.
• Supporting relevant working groups related to outcomes of the Local Industry Development Plan (LIDP).

All about you

You are a collaborative leader with a strong understanding of local content frameworks major projects and supply chain development. You can translate policy into practice and bring together a wide range of stakeholders to achieve tangible results.

Weve listed some skills that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• A tertiary qualification in a relevant field (e.g. engineering business project management.)
• Experience delivering and managing local content initiatives on major projects.
• Knowledge of compliance and reporting processes particularly in relation to government policies and frameworks.
• Familiarity with stakeholder engagement and collaboration with strategic partners including R&D innovation and export opportunities.
• A problem-solving mindset with a focus on achieving targets and obligations.
• People management experience.

You dont need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family youll be proud. If youre up for the challenge wed love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business were an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. Were committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.