Project Manager

Swisslog; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Swisslog Australia in Rhodes, Sydney is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead end-to-end automation and intralogistics projects across the ANZ region.

You will own project delivery, coordinating customers, subcontractors and internal teams, ensuring safety, timeliness, budget and quality, with regular updates to senior management and a focus on continuous improvement, including travel across ANZ as required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering required.
• Minimum 5 years' experience managing complex projects.
• Experience in automation or intralogistics preferred.
• Experience with design and build contracts and project financial control.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution and delivery of complex projects from initiation through to completion.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, resources, risks and quality.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams and manage key stakeholders.
• Build relationships with customers, subcontractors, suppliers and consultants.
• Monitor project costs, forecasts and financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with WHS, regulatory requirements and Swisslog Australia processes.
• Maintain project schedules and documentation using Microsoft Project.
• Provide regular project updates and forecasts to Senior Management.
• Lead project close-out and post-project reviews.
• Support Sales and Solution Execution with project estimates and delivery planning.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Negotiation

Risk management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Where do people love what they do, and being great at what they do?

At Swisslog, that's where! Our teams are the heart of a world-leading Robotics company that's harnessing the power of technology to shape the future of intralogistics. The result? We're transforming performance and efficiency for customers across the globe, giving them the vital edge in their markets.

Swisslog is a rapidly growing company and offers an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager. If you have a passion for automation solutions and aspire to work with an industry powerhouse based in Rhodes, Sydney, we want to hear from you!

Make an impact

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our Swisslog Australia team and lead the successful delivery of complex automation and intralogistics projects across the ANZ region.

In this role, you will take end-to-end responsibility for project delivery, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards. You will act as a key interface between Swisslog, our customers, subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams, while ensuring customer requirements and business objectives are effectively managed throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution and delivery of complex projects from initiation through to completion.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, resources, risks and quality.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams and manage key stakeholders.
• Build strong relationships with customers, subcontractors, suppliers and consultants.
• Monitor project progress, costs, forecasts and financial performance.
• Manage project risks, contractual requirements and change management.
• Ensure compliance with Workplace Health & Safety, regulatory requirements and Swisslog Australia processes and standards.
• Maintain project schedules and documentation using Microsoft Project.
• Provide regular project updates and forecasts to Senior Management.
• Lead project close-out, post-project reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support the Sales and Solution Execution teams with project estimates and delivery planning.

Key Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience managing complex projects.
• Experience in automation, intralogistics, manufacturing or a similar industrial environment.
• Experience with design and build contracts and project financial control.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Project.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong commercial, risk management and problem-solving capabilities.
• Willingness to travel approximately 30-40% across Australia and New Zealand (ANZ).

Our promise to you

Swisslog offers a world of opportunity for individuals who can deliver on a game-changing mission: driving the future of intralogistics by shaping an era of robotic and data-driven automated solutions that create exceptional customer value.

Join us on this journey, and you'll be part of a global enterprise proud of its Swiss roots and excited by the worldwide opportunities available to everyone in the Swisslog family. Come and realise your potential in a team united by passion and driven by the OneSwisslog team spirit.

About Swisslog

Swisslog is shaping the future of intralogistics. As part of the KUKA Group, we work on the latest technologies that are reimagining the world of logistics. We're a team of 3,000+ experts from 50 countries, serving some of the world's largest and most exciting brands. Together, we're implementing smart and innovative approaches - including flexible robot-based and data-driven automation solutions that are transforming the supply chain. We'd love you to join our team and share your unique perspective.