Project Manager

Rydalmere, NSW
Permanent
Full-time

7 days ago

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.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.The Acoustic Centre of Excellence is a strategic capability within the Underwater Systems (UWS) Business Line and a critical element of the growth strategy for the Australian business. It is also an integral part of Thales’ global supply chain for advanced acoustic sensors and systems, providing products to both Thales France and Thales UK.The Project Manager role is a key position reporting to the Director, Rydalmere Industrial Competency Centre with a primary focusing on the grow and deliver activities in the Acoustics Centre of Excellence (ACoE).OUR BENEFITS

Competitive remuneration + Super + Bonus + Medical Insurance
ThalesFlex – Hybrid work environment
Recognised leader in reservist employee support
Veterans Leave
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
Personal & professional training development opportunities
Sonder – Wellbeing & Support Partner

KEY ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Project Manager, you are accountable for:

Developing and managing close customer relationships with a number of project and senior business contacts within Thales France for current contracts and future business opportunities.
Leading and directing a portfolio of Bids and Projects in accordance with Thales guidelines ensuring the portfolio outcomes align with the strategic goals of the organisation.
Take the leadership role in developing winning strategies with specific win themes and ensuring they translate into a compelling offers.
Planning, organising and leading the staff assigned to the projects in order to achieve business outcomes within the delegated authorities and responsibilities.
Building and maintaining an open, collaborative and trusting relationship within the business, with customers and with suppliers and partners.
Ensuring the portfolio objectives in relation to performance, growth and reputation are exceeded,
Working closely with the Sales & Marketing team to pursue and secure future opportunities within the portfolio,
Directing strategic workforce planning actions across the portfolio in order to optimise resource allocation for existing and future demands.
Strategic management of stakeholders and associated communications both external and internal in order to enhance business reputation.
Managing and improving Bid and Project integrated schedule, budget, baselines, risks and opportunities.
Coordinating and negotiating input from suppliers and partners and oversee subcontracts.
As a member of the RICC, actively participate in improving the integration of the Bid and Project processes between T360, Primavera, and RICC S&OP.

KEY KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
To be successful in the role, you will have demonstrated and/or acquired the following knowledge and experience:

Degree qualified in business, engineering, project management or other suitable discipline.
IPMA Certification or ability to secure certification (IPMA Level B).
Proven and effective leadership skills with a high level of interpersonal and verbal communication skills as well as the ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams.
At least three years’ Bid and Project Management experience with multi-partners / major co-contractors.
Experience in delivery of developmental / acquisition mission systems (software / hardware) based projects valued in excess of $5M AUD (over 3-years).
Previous experience involved in projects comprising design, development and delivery of complex mission systems.
Previous experience involved in the management of Supply Chain and Production operations.
Ability to lead in an international environment in diverse cultures, multicultural and unstable arena concerning one or several stakeholders.
Experience working with complex Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
The confidence and maturity of judgement to represent the company at high levels with customer organisations both nationally and internationally.
Demonstrated ability to develop high performing teams.
Exceptional written communication skills including authoring content and editing.
Strong internal stakeholder management in a matrix organisation.
Exceptional customer focus and external relationship management.
Ability to navigate complexity and ambiguity to make effective commercial and financial decisions.
Experience with Defence ASDEFCON procurement.

WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLYAfter you have applied, you will receive an email acknowledging your application. We’ll then provide a personalised experience for suitable applicants as we progress the selection and assessment process. Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and depending on the role type, medical checks as well.It’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right – no matter your background or personal circumstances – please introduce yourself or . We’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.We’re proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there’s always more we can do. We’ll continue to foster industry partnerships, employee resource groups (ERGs) and development opportunities to make Thales a genuinely equitable employer, for everyone.

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