Lead Project Manager - Large CAT Mining Equipment

WesTrac; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental Leave

Novated Leasing

Health Insurance

Career Progression

Free parking

Job summary

WesTrac is seeking an experienced Project Manager for our General Workshop New Machines Team at the Tomago Branch. The role leads project coordinators and administrators in constructing large CAT assets for mining and construction customers.

You will oversee workflows from excavators to OHTs, collaborating with Sales, Engineering, and support functions to ensure successful outcomes with a strong emphasis on safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Project Management or proven experience in a similar role.
• Mechanical or Electrical trade qualification is highly desirable.
• Experience with mobile plant equipment or CAT equipment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Monitor day-to-day tactical aspects of the Projects Team.
• Review progress of high level deliverables across projects.
• Identify and mitigate project risks with appropriate plans.
• Report on financial and contractual obligations of projects.
• Provide leadership and support to the New Machines team.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities to boost efficiency.
• Encourage cross-functional collaboration to share best practices.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Safety leadership

Stakeholder management

Team coordination

Microsoft Office

Mechanical / Electrical understanding

Work under pressure

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

WesTrac is seeking an experienced Project Manager for our General Workshop New Machines Team at the Tomago Branch. The role leads project coordinators and administrators in constructing large CAT assets for mining and construction customers.

You will oversee workflows from excavators to OHTs, collaborating with Sales, Engineering, and support functions to ensure successful outcomes with a strong emphasis on safety and continuous improvement.