Project Coordinator

Veolia | Australia & New Zealand; Cockburn; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid working

Generous parental leave

Superannuation contributions

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

Car allowances / novated leasing

Employee share plan

Job summary

Veolia is seeking an experienced Project Coordinator to support the Industrials & Energy WA team at the Henderson Protective Coating facility. You will assist project managers, coordinate field schedules, maintain documentation, and ensure budgets and safety standards are met.

This role requires 10+ years in the industry with 5+ years in a similar role, a Trade Qualification, and proficiency in MS Project/Primavera with SAP experience.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in industry with 5+ years in a similar role.
• Trade Qualification.
• Project Coordination/Management/Planning experience.
• NACE/AMPP 2 certification.
• Proficient in Microsoft Projects/Primavera.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• SAP experience.
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking abilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proactive problem-solving approach.
• Keen attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain project documentation, schedules, timelines, and status reports.
• Manage contracts, compliance documentation, and project closeout reports.
• Coordinate schedules with field teams, subcontractors, and material suppliers.
• Serve as primary contact between office and field teams, facilitating communication with project managers, clients, and vendors.
• Monitor project budgets, process invoices and purchase orders, and prepare cost reports.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and maintain safety documentation.
• Coordinate site logistics, equipment staging, and vendor management.

Skills

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

MS Project/Primavera

Advanced Excel

SAP

Communication

Safety compliance

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Pressure management

NACE/AMPP 2

Education

Trade Qualification

Tools

MS Projects

Primavera

SAP

Job description

About Veolia

Create positive change. Be a champion of Ecological Transformation. Join Veolia, a global leader with over 170 years of experience, operating in 40+ countries with 220,000 employees worldwide, including 6,500 staff across 300 sites in Australia and New Zealand. As part of our team, you'll contribute to crucial environmental solutions through our innovative Water, Waste, Energy and Industrial Services, helping protect the environment and address essential human needs for a sustainable future.

About Veolia

Create positive change. Be a champion of Ecological Transformation. Join Veolia, a global leader with over 170 years of experience, operating in 40+ countries with 220,000 employees worldwide, including 6,500 staff across 300 sites in Australia and New Zealand. As part of our team, you'll contribute to crucial environmental solutions through our innovative Water, Waste, Energy and Industrial Services, helping protect the environment and address essential human needs for a sustainable future.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Project Coordinator to join our Industrials & Energy WA team at our Protective Coating facility in Henderson. This role is critical in supporting project managers and field teams in the successful execution of protective coating projects, ensuring effective communication, documentation, scheduling, and administrative support to keep projects on track, on budget, and meeting quality standards.

What's on offer

• Opportunity to work with a global leader in environmental solutions
• Collaborative work environment supporting operational teams and stakeholders
• Diverse role with exposure to project management, financial oversight, and safety compliance
• Be part of a team committed to sustainable development and ecological transformation

What you'll be responsible for

• Maintain project documentation, schedules, timelines, and status reports
• Manage contracts,, compliance documentation, and project closeout reports
• Coordinate schedules with field teams, subcontractors, and material suppliers
• Serve as primary contact between office and field teams, facilitating communication with project managers, clients, and vendors
• Monitor project budgets, process invoices and purchase orders, and prepare cost reports
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and maintain safety documentation
• Coordinate site logistics, equipment staging, and vendor management

What you'll need to be successful

• 10+ years' experience in industry with 5+ years in a similar role
• Trade Qualification
• Project Coordination/Management/Planning experience
• NACE/AMPP 2 certification
• Proficient in Microsoft Projects/Primavera
• Advanced Excel skills
• SAP experience
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking abilities
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Proactive problem-solving approach
• Keen attention to detail

Veolia’s AlwaysSafe culture means that we care about the safety of people on our sites. We operate a zero tolerance drug and alcohol approach and shortlisted candidates must be prepared to undertake a full pre-employment medical check which includes drug and alcohol screening. Shortlisted candidates must also be willing to undergo a National Police Clearance .

Why Veolia?

At Veolia, we support our people both at work and beyond. Enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits designed to help you thrive, including:

Benefits

• Generous paid parental leave and a paid volunteer day
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Superannuation contributions on unpaid parental leave
• Fitness Passport and discounted health insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (Thrive) for you and your family
• Car allowances, novated leasing, and vehicle discounts
• Bonus and referral programs, plus employee share plan
• Ongoing professional development and clear career pathways

Veolia is committed to ensuring every employee returns home safely every day under our Always Safe Charter.

Join a team that values your wellbeing, growth, and contribution—while making a real impact on the environment and our communities.

Fairness, Diversity & Inclusion

Veolia is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and accessible environment. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you.

Discover more about our benefits, culture, and commitment to diversity at anz.veolia.com/careers .

We value your interest in our employment opportunities and commit to respond to all applications.

Veolia is committed to conducting recruitment in a fair, ethical and transparent manner based solely on merit. Candidates with direct or indirect personal/professional ties to Veolia and/or any third party related to Veolia business (including but not limited to Veolia's suppliers, customers, partners and competitors) must disclose this information.