About our Organisation
AVK is a highly respected global business and one of the leading valve manufacturers in the water supply, wastewater, civil infrastructure, gas, fire protection and industrial sectors. The AVK Group operates more than 100 companies worldwide, supplying to more than 80 countries and employs around 5,300 people. AVK's core business is the design and manufacture of valves, hydrants, fitting, clamps, and accessories each complying with the highest standards of quality, safety, and durability. In addition to the products, AVK Smart Water systems provide digital solutions for AVK core products through intelligent IoT-based platform as a new way for asset owners to monitor water infrastructure.
AVK Australia is part of the Global AVK Group and responsible for the group's activities in the Oceania region (Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea & Pacific Islands). AVK Australia is based in Wingfield, South Australia, with operations across Australia as well as New Zealand.
About this Opportunity
We are seeking a Product Manager to lead the strategy, roadmap, and lifecycle management for specific categories of the AVK product portfolio distributed across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands.
This role combines market analysis, technical competence, cross-functional leadership, and a strong focus on the customers application needs. The Product Manager will work closely with engineering, sales, operations, and marketing to drive the product range to commercial success.
This is a permanent full-time position based in Wingfield SA.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and maintain the strategic roadmap for an assigned range of products.
* Translate market requirements into clear product specifications in collaboration with engineering and AVK technical centres.
* Lead product development projects from concept to launch, ensuring scope, cost, schedule and quality targets are met.
* Partner with sales and customer service to understand customer applications across municipal water, industrial, mining, and irrigation.
* Develop product strategies, positioning, and value propositions for new and existing products.
About You
* Product management, project management or engineering experience in relevant markets, flow control or industrial equipment.
* Solid understanding of product types and pipeline/water applications, as well as experience in relevant standards and approvals.
* Technical aptitude with the ability to quickly grasp technical concepts.
* Excellent communication, analytical, and cross-functional leadership skills.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
* High attention to detail and a proactive, can-do attitude.
* Willingness to travel to customer sites, supplies and industry events.
* Bachelor's degree in engineering or related commercial field, or equivalent experience.
* Experience in municipal water, wastewater, industrial piping systems, mining applications or water infrastructure projects would be highly advantageous.
This is an exciting career opportunity for an individual looking to join a successful global business.
Salary for this role will be negotiated in line with skills and experience.
If this sounds like the job for you, then please apply now by submitting your CV and a covering letter, in Word format, addressing the selection criteria.
Visit our website to learn more about the company, or our global website to learn more about the AVK Group in general.