Project Manager

Western Health; Geelong; On-site; AUD 97,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Flexible work options

Wellbeing programs

Scholarships and grants

Job summary

Western Health in Geelong is seeking an experienced Project Manager to deliver a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and operational projects across Western Health sites. You will manage projects from planning through to close-out, coordinating with consultants, contractors, engineers and stakeholders to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.

You will hold a tertiary qualification in a built environment discipline and have proven experience delivering complex projects in healthcare or

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Construction, Engineering, Architecture, Project Management, or related built environment discipline.
• Proven experience delivering projects within construction, infrastructure, engineering, healthcare, government, or similarly complex operational environments.
• Demonstrated ability to manage diverse stakeholder groups and build strong working relationships.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong negotiation, problem‑solving, financial management, and reporting skills.
• A proactive and outcomes‑focused approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver successful project outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, procurement, implementation, and delivery of capital and infrastructure projects.
• Manage project schedules, milestones, risks, budgets, and reporting requirements.
• Coordinate consultants, contractors, engineers, and operational stakeholders.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and with minimal disruption to hospital operations.
• Develop business cases and support capital investment initiatives.
• Maintain project documentation, reporting, and governance requirements.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Negotiation

Financial management

Education

Tertiary qualification in Construction, Engineering, Architecture or Project Management

Job description

• Employment Type: Full-Time (with monthly Accrued Day Off), Fixed Term (until July 2027)
• Salary: Admin Grade 5 $96.5K-$106.7K + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role:

The Project Manager is responsible for delivering a diverse portfolio of infrastructure, engineering and operational projects across Western Health sites. The role involves managing projects from planning and design through construction, commissioning and final close‑out.

The Project Manager will work closely with stakeholders, consultants, contractors and government agencies to deliver projects that enhance patient care, improve operational efficiency and support Western Health's organisational goals.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, design, procurement, implementation, and delivery of capital and infrastructure projects.
• Manage project schedules, milestones, risks, budgets, and reporting requirements.
• Coordinate consultants, contractors, engineers, and operational stakeholders.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and with minimal disruption to hospital operations.
• Develop business cases and support capital investment initiatives.
• Maintain project documentation, reporting, and governance requirements.

About you:

You are an experienced project management professional with a passion for delivering high‑quality outcomes in complex environments.

You will bring:

• A tertiary qualification in Construction, Engineering, Architecture, Project Management, or a related built environment discipline.
• Proven experience delivering projects within construction, infrastructure, engineering, healthcare, government, or similarly complex operational environments.
• Demonstrated ability to manage diverse stakeholder groups and build strong working relationships.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong negotiation, problem‑solving, financial management, and reporting skills.
• A proactive and outcomes‑focused approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver successful project outcomes.

About Western Health

Western Health is the leading healthcare provider in Melbourne's West - one of Australia's fastest-growing and most culturally and socioeconomically diverse regions.

More than 13,000 employees help deliver a comprehensive range of services across our hospitals, community, correctional, and home-based settings. These services include acute tertiary care, emergency and intensive care, medical and surgical specialties, mental health and wellbeing, sub-acute care, ambulatory care, primary care, home-based services, and residential aged care.

We are committed to driving innovation and sustainability that improves health outcomes for our community. With specialties spanning oncology, renal care, mental health, women's health and maternity, chronic disease management, geriatrics, and cardiology, Western Health is recognised for its expertise in managing complex and chronic conditions through integrated, patient‑centred care.

We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where you can make a meaningful impact. We support our staff to keep learning and growing through a diverse range of education programs, partnerships with universities in medical research and professional development opportunities.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salaries, flexible work options, and wellbeing programs.
• Scholarships and grants to support ongoing learning.

Learning and Development

• Access personalised pathways through the Western Health Learning Academy.
• Opportunities for postgraduate study, clinical education, and mentorship.

Community Impact and Inclusion

• Make a difference through compassionate care in a diverse, inclusive workforce.
• Contribute to community wellbeing initiatives and healthcare research.

Organisational Culture and Environment

• Work in a collaborative, innovative team focused on continuous improvement and excellence.

Closing date: 11:59pm on 21 November 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Ravinesh Lal (Project Management Lead) on 0421 274 *** or ************@wh.org.au.

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience that strengthens their ability to do this work.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

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