Project Manager

Officeworks Ltd; City of Monash; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Employee discounts

Benefits program access

Learning & development

EAP programs

Safe & inclusive culture

Job summary

Officeworks Ltd. is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager for a 12‑month fixed-term contract to deliver key technology initiatives.

You will lead end‑to‑end IT projects across applications, infrastructure and platforms, building strong stakeholder relationships and ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery. You will manage budgets, resources, risks and governance, coordinate cross‑functional teams and external vendors, and drive continuous improvement in project delivery while sustaining

Qualifications

• 10+ years' IT project management experience in large/retail/tech environments.
• Experience managing budgets, resources, risks and governance.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience working with implementation partners and external vendors.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• PM certifications (PMBOK, PRINCE2, Agile) highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and delivery of IT projects across applications, infrastructure, and platforms.
• Develop schedules, budgets, resource plans, and risk strategies.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and external vendors.
• Manage governance, reporting, change control, and stakeholder communications.
• Monitor performance, financials and delivery outcomes.
• Drive close-out activities and benefits reviews.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Vendor coordination

Risk management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/IT

Tools

PMBOK

PRINCE2

Agile

Job description

Location: Chadstone, VIC, AU

About us

At Officeworks we make bigger things happen. Our customers, our team, and our community are our heart and soul. And if our brilliant people have taught us anything, it is that we can do all kinds of incredible things, each and every day.

Fast paced. Innovative. Inspiring. With close to 10,000 team members and a national footprint of more than 173 retail stores Australia wide – we’re focused on delivering a wide range, low price and great service. We’re about inspiring new ideas and thinking outside the box. We’re about kicking goals, having a laugh and pushing each other. We are about being rewarded and supported. We’re about teaching a customer something new and supporting the community. We’re about making a difference.

About the role

At Officeworks, our technology teams play a critical role in delivering solutions that support our customers, team members, and business. We're seeking an experienced IT Project Manager on a 12 month fixed term contract to join our team and lead the successful delivery of key technology initiatives across the organisation.

This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned project professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building strong stakeholder relationships, and has a proven track record delivering complex IT projects from concept through to completion.

As an IT Project Manager, you will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of technology projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and aligned to business objectives. You'll work closely with business stakeholders, technology teams, vendors, and delivery partners to drive successful outcomes and deliver measurable value.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead the planning and delivery of IT projects across applications, infrastructure, and technology platforms.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, resource plans, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and external vendors to ensure project milestones are achieved.
• Manage project governance, reporting, change control, and stakeholder communications.
• Monitor project performance, financials, and delivery outcomes.
• Drive project close-out activities, including lessons learned and benefits reviews.
• Contribute to continuous improvement across project delivery and portfolio management practices.

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About you

You are a highly organised and results-driven project leader with strong stakeholder management skills and a passion for delivering quality outcomes.

You'll bring:

• 10+ years' experience in IT Project Management within retail, technology, finance, or similarly complex environments.
• Strong experience managing project budgets, resources, risks, and governance processes.
• Proven ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience working with implementation partners and external vendors.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
• A Bachelor's degree in Business, Administration, IT, or a related discipline.
• PMBOK, PRINCE2, Agile, or related project management certifications will be highly regarded.

Our culture

If you’re searching for an organisation that’s truly committed to its people, where you can thrive in a culture of togetherness, then join Officeworks and let’s make bigger things happen – for all of us! We celebrate our teams’ uniqueness by offering genuine team member benefits to the Officeworks family:

• We’re all about giving you the flexibility you need to keep things balanced to suit your individual needs.
• Enjoy generous discounts across Officeworks, Geeks2U, Bunnings, Kmart, Target and the wider Wesfarmers brands.
• Access to our Officeworks benefits program for exclusive discounts and perks across entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health.
• Our Growing Families Policy supports team members during the exciting and challenging times of expanding their family
• We prioritise safety, mental health and wellbeing, offering access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) as well as other ongoing programs
• OurFlexible Public Holidays Policy supports those who observe cultural or religious holidays different from the standard public holidays in Australia
• Take advantage of outstanding learning and development programs to support your career growth
• Explore fantastic career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group.

At Officeworks, we operate best when our team represents the communities we serve. We proudly commit to providing a safe and supportive work environment for our team. We encourage applications from all candidates of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), people with disabilities, and the LGBTQI+ community.