Project/Depot Manager - Flood Warning Infrastructure

ALS Life Sciences - Hydrographics; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ALS Life Sciences seeks an experienced hydrographer to become Project / Depot Manager, leading the Yatala depot as part of a major national infrastructure program. The role includes establishing operations, shaping systems, and building a safety-focused culture to support future program delivery.

The successful candidate will coordinate field teams, equipment and schedules, manage inventory and logistics, and liaise with clients and stakeholders while ensuring ALS quality standards are met.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Hydrography or related bachelor degree.
• Minimum four years of hydrographic experience.
• Experience coordinating field activities or operational teams.
• Strong planning, leadership and stakeholder-management skills.
• Willingness to travel and perform field work.

Responsibilities

• Establish and manage day-to-day operations at the Yatala depot.
• Build systems, processes and a strong safety culture.
• Coordinate field teams, subcontractors, equipment and schedules.
• Manage inventory, fleet, equipment and logistics.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Identify and manage operational risks and delivery issues.
• Maintain accurate project records, reporting and documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Stakeholder management

Team coordination

Safety culture

Education

Diploma in Hydrography

Bachelor in related field

Tools

Hydrographic equipment

Job description

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.

About the Role ALS is seeking an experienced hydrographer to step into the role of Project / Depot Manager to support the delivery of a major long-term national infrastructure program, based in Yatala, QLD. This is a unique opportunity to become one of the first operational leaders on an extensive national project. The successful applicant will help establish operations from the Yatala depot, shape systems and processes, support a strong safety-focused culture, and build the foundations for future program delivery. With the program expected to expand significantly, the role offers strong career development, leadership and growth opportunities for an experienced hydrographer ready to take the next step. This role would suit a practical and motivated hydrographer who is ready to move into a broader operational leadership position and help build a successful national program from the ground up. The Day to Day

• Establish and manage day-to-day operations at the Yatala depot
• Build effective systems, processes and a strong safety culture
• Coordinate field teams, subcontractors, equipment and project schedules
• Manage inventory, fleet, equipment and logistics
• Liaise with clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Identify and manage operational risks and delivery issues
• Maintain accurate project records, reporting and documentation

The Essential

• Diploma-level qualification in Hydrography, or bachelor qualification in associated field
• Minimum four years' relevant hydrographic experience
• Demonstrated capability coordinating field activities, projects or operational teams
• Strong planning, leadership and stakeholder-management skills
• Sound knowledge of hydrographic monitoring equipment and field practices
• Demonstrated experience and capability in delivering hydrographic site installation and upgrades to applicable industry standards and ALS quality systems
• Strong commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement
• Willingness to travel and undertake field work when required.

Everyone Matters ALS 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. Eligibility To 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.