Senior Project Coordinator

United Fluid Power; City Of Cockburn; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive work environment

Career growth opportunities

Exciting projects

Job summary

United Fluid Power is seeking an experienced Senior Projects Coordinator to lead the planning, execution and delivery of multiple projects from initiation through to completion.

You will own successful delivery, act as the main contact for clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders, and coordinate resources and risks across the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Mechanical trade certificate or suitable qualifications in project management.
• Experience with fluid power systems is highly desirable.
• Proven experience leading and delivering projects within an engineering, technical, maintenance or industrial environment.
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise with clients, vendors, and internal teams.
• Financial acumen, with experience in tracking project costs.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Technical Services Manager to prepare detailed project proposals.
• Develop, maintain, and update project schedules to ensure on-time execution and delivery.
• Track commercial values and ensure accurate financial reporting for each project.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to facilitate smooth project progress.
• Oversee project documentation, ensuring work packs are ready for execution.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring any issues are promptly addressed.
• Oversee the procurement of necessary materials and resources for project execution.
• Provide regular status updates to management on project timelines and any deviations from scope.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders.
• Facilitate regular project meetings to review progress, tackle challenges, and align on next steps.
• Ensure project deliverables are completed on time and within scope.
• Liaise with vendors and subcontractors to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Coordinate the resolution of any project-related issues, escalating to management as needed.
• Keep all project documentation up-to-date and accessible to relevant stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Multitasking

Organisational skills

Financial tracking

Education

Mechanical trade certificate

Tools

Project management software

Job description

At United Fluid Power, we deliver fluid power solutions that keep our clients' operations running safely, efficiently and reliably. Working across a diverse range of industries, we partner with our customers to provide practical engineering and maintenance solutions, supported by a highly experienced team and a commitment to quality outcomes.

As our project portfolio continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced Senior Projects Coordinator to lead the planning, execution and delivery of projects from initiation through to completion.

Job Purpose:

As the Senior Projects Coordinator, you will take ownership of the successful delivery of multiple projects, acting as the primary point of contact for clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders. You will lead project planning, commercial tracking, scheduling and execution, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and within scope.

Supported by a dedicated team including a Technical Services Manager, Draftsman and Project Administrator, you will coordinate resources, manage project risks and drive communication across all stages of the project lifecycle. This role requires a proactive leader who can maintain strong client relationships while ensuring project objectives and business outcomes are achieved.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Technical Services Manager to prepare detailed project proposals
• Develop, maintain, and update project schedules to ensure on-time execution and delivery
• Track commercial values and ensure accurate financial reporting for each project
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to facilitate smooth project progress
• Oversee project documentation, ensuring work packs are ready for execution
• Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring any issues are promptly addressed
• Oversee the procurement of necessary materials and resources for project execution
• Provide regular status updates to management on project timelines and any deviations from scope
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders
• Facilitate regular project meetings to review progress, tackle challenges, and align on next steps
• Ensure project deliverables are completed on time and within scope
• Liaise with vendors and subcontractors to ensure timely delivery of materials and services
• Coordinate the resolution of any project-related issues, escalating to management as needed
• Keep all project documentation up-to-date and accessible to relevant stakeholders

What We’re Looking For:

• Mechanical trade certificate or suitable qualifications in project management
• Experience with fluid power systems is highly desirable
• Proven experience leading and delivering projects within an engineering, technical, maintenance or industrial environment
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise with clients, vendors, and internal teams
• Financial acumen, with experience in tracking project costs
• Proficiency in project management software and tools
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

What We Offer:

• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• The chance to work on exciting projects with a leading company in the fluid power industry