Project & Change Manager

ALS Global; Melbourne; Presencial; AUD 110.000 - 150.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

ALS is seeking an experienced Project & Change Manager to support the integration of Water and Environmental businesses across Australia and New Zealand. You will lead cross-functional workstreams, manage governance, risk, and benefits realisation, and coach leaders through complex change in regulated environments.

This role requires strong stakeholder engagement, execution discipline and the ability to drive delivery in ambiguous settings while maintaining business continuity.

Formación

• Proven experience leading complex projects and organisational change programs.
• Experience in operational, technical, laboratory or regulated environments.
• Strong governance, planning, RAID management and executive reporting.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and manage the integrated project plan with scope, milestones, risks and dependencies.
• Assess operational, customer, process and people impacts of integration activities and plan implementation.
• Coordinate change activities to minimise disruption and maintain business continuity.
• Provide change management coaching and support to leaders and workstream owners.
• Maintain project governance, RAID registers and status reporting.
• Coordinate cross-functional workstreams with clear ownership and deliverables.
• Monitor readiness, performance and benefits realisation, escalate risks as needed.
• Lead stakeholder engagement and facilitate workshops to resolve issues.
• Support communications plans for employees, leaders and customers.
• Prepare project close-out documentation and transition-to-Business-as-Usual activities.

Conocimientos

Project management

Change management

Stakeholder engagement

Governance

Risk management

Communication

Facilitation

Educación

Tertiary qualification in Project Management/Change Management or related discipline

PM/Change Management certification (PRINCE2, PMP, Prosci) highly regarded

Descripción del empleo

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.The RoleALS is seeking an experienced Project & Change Manager to support the integration of Water and Environmental businesses across Australia and New Zealand. Working closely with the Integration Manager and key business stakeholders, you will drive project delivery, coordinate cross-functional workstreams and lead change initiatives that support successful business outcomes.This role is ideal for a project and change professional who enjoys working in complex environments, influencing stakeholders and bringing structure, clarity and momentum to large-scale business initiatives.The day to dayDevelop and manage the integrated project plan, including scope, milestones, risks, dependencies and reporting.Assess operational, customer, process and people impacts of integration activities and develop practical implementation plans.Coordinate change activities to minimise disruption and maintain business continuity.Provide change management advice, coaching and support to leaders and workstream owners.Maintain project governance, including meetings, action logs, RAID registers and status reporting.Coordinate cross-functional workstreams, ensuring clear ownership, accountability and deliverables.Monitor readiness, project performance and key business metrics, escalating risks where required.Lead stakeholder engagement activities and facilitate workshops to resolve complex issues.Support communication plans for employees, leaders, customers and other stakeholders.Prepare project close-out documentation, benefits realisation reporting and transition-to-business-as-usual activities.The essentialsProven experience leading complex projects and organisational change programs.Experience operating within operational, technical, laboratory or similarly regulated environments.Strong project management capability, including governance, planning, RAID management and executive reporting.Demonstrated experience applying structured change management methodologies and practices.Excellent stakeholder engagement, influencing and relationship-management skills.Strong facilitation, coaching, negotiation and conflict-resolution capabilities.Ability to analyse operational and people data, identify risks and provide practical recommendations.Excellent written communication skills, including preparing governance papers, plans and reports.Ability to work effectively through ambiguity while maintaining delivery momentum and governance discipline.Relevant tertiary qualification in Project Management, Change Management, Business, Human Resources or a related discipline. Project Management and/or Change Management certification (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP or Prosci) will be highly regarded.Additional requirementsAbility to travel to ALS sites and support key implementation activities when required.High degree of discretion when handling commercially sensitive, organisational and employee information.Understanding of quality, compliance and HSE considerations within complex operational environments.Working at ALSThe ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world.Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence.At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us.We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.Everyone MattersALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.EligibilityTo be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.How to applyPlease apply on-line and provide a resume & cover letter that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.