Project Manager

NBN Co; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

18 weeks paid parental leave

Diversity & Inclusion initiatives

Job summary

NBN Co in Sydney seeks a Project Manager to lead end-to-end Field Services transformation initiatives, coordinating across multiple units to drive capability development and operational improvement.

You will oversee project planning, governance, risk and change management to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery aligned with regulatory commitments. Strong stakeholder engagement is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience leading end-to-end project delivery across multiple units.
• Ability to govern programs with strong risk and change management.
• Proven collaboration with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of Field Services transformation initiatives.
• Manage project planning, governance, risk and change management.
• Translate regulatory commitments into practical delivery outcomes at scale.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Agile delivery

Waterfall delivery

Lean delivery

Tools

Reporting tools

Job description

Build your career and Australia’s future.

Not many people can say they are working on building Australia’s future. With us you’ll be doing just that, leaving a legacy for all Australians. Plus, there’s equal employment, great training, and true flexible working arrangements.

A fantastic opportunity has presented itself for a Project Manager reporting to Executive Manager Field Portfolio Governance and Delivery

A bit about your role

The Project Manager role is responsible for leading the end-to-end delivery of Field Services transformation initiatives, working collaboratively across multiple business units to drive capability development, operational improvement, and business outcomes. The successful candidate will manage project planning, delivery, governance, stakeholder engagement, risk and change management, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned to organisational objectives. They will build strong partnerships across teams, communicate effectively with senior stakeholders, and contribute to strategic decision-making in complex and fast-paced environments. A key requirement is the ability to understand nbn’s regulatory commitments and translate them into practical delivery outcomes that enhance workflow efficiency, productivity, and operational performance at scale.

A bit about you

The ideal candidate will bring strong project and program delivery expertise, with the ability to lead complex initiatives, manage stakeholder relationships, and drive successful business change. They will be a collaborative and adaptable professional with excellent communication, analysis, problem-solving, and organisational skills, capable of influencing senior stakeholders and building effective cross-functional partnerships. Experience across Agile, Waterfall, and Lean delivery methodologies, combined with strengths in project governance, risk and change management, coaching, and capability development, will be highly regarded. A solid understanding of the telecommunications industry, PMO frameworks, and advanced reporting tools is desirable, along with the ability to interpret nbn’s regulatory commitments and translate them into practical outcomes that improve workflow efficiency, productivity, and operational performance at scale.

Life at nbn

To be part of nbn is to be part of something bigger. There’s so much more from here. Our pioneering spirit drives us forward every day. Together, we help lift the digital capability of the nation by building and connecting Australia’s best fibre infrastructure into homes and businesses, plus places and things, everywhere. We’re continuing to create Australia’s network—a network made for more. Not just a way for everyone to do the things they love but transforming the way they do them.

A more inclusive working world

nbn is committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace where everyone can feel heard, valued, and respected. We believe diverse perspectives are the key to unlocking greater outcomes and encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. That's why we have a Reconciliation Action Plan, Accessibility & Inclusion Plan, offer 18 weeks of paid parental leave, are a Pride in Diversity Platinum Employer, and have active employee-led diversity pillars.

Equal Opportunities for All

We champion equal opportunities for all employees. If you have any accessibility requirements and would like to discuss adjustments for the recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to contact us by emailing***********@nbnco.com.au or calling our Recruitment Accessibility Enquiry Line at [phone]. Please note, this line is dedicated to accessibility-related enquiries for the purposes of recruitment, and only enquiries related to accessibility adjustments will be answered. For other matters, please visit our Contact Us page on our website.

Please note that this role is a permanent opportunity and applications will close at midnight on Thursday, 22nd October.

To be eligible for this role, you must have full working rights in Australia.