Change people's lives and we love what you do! Cochlear develops world-leading medical devices that help people hear. As a top 50 medical device company and the market-leader in implantable hearing devices, more people choose a Cochlear-branded cochlear implant system than any other. Our employees tell us that the number one reason they enjoy working for Cochlear is the opportunity to make a difference to people's lives.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Process Engineering Project Manager to join our Process Engineering team located in the Cochlear Brisbane Operations office (Newstead) for a 14 months contract.
The Process Engineering Project Manager will lead high-impact, high-visibility projects that shape the future of our manufacturing network. This is your chance to drive innovation, influence strategy, and contribute to products that change lives.
About You. As we grow our operations, we are looking for people who share our passion for delivering quality hearing solutions to our customers. To add value to Cochlear in this role, you'll be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:
You're a technically strong and strategically minded project manager who thrives in complex environments. You're passionate about process excellence, cross-functional collaboration, and delivering outcomes that matter. You're ready to lead, influence, and grow-while staying grounded in purpose.
You will need to demonstrate experience in:
* Leading complex, cross-functional projects from concept to completion
* Developing and implementing robust, scalable manufacturing processes
* Applying Quality Management Systems (QMS) and international regulatory standards
* Influencing stakeholders across R&D, supply chain, and external partners
* Driving continuous improvement and innovation in a regulated environment
* Communicating with clarity and purpose across all levels of the business
Something extra to grab our attention
* Postgraduate qualifications in Engineering, Project Management, or Business
* Certifications such as PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or equivalent
* Experience in medical device manufacturing or highly regulated industries
* A track record of introducing new technologies or process automation
* Passion for mentoring and developing others
Why this role is for you?
You'll lead strategic, high-visibility projects that directly influence how life-changing hearing solutions are delivered to recipients around the world. If you're driven by purpose, excited by innovation, and ready to grow your leadership in a globally respected company, this is your opportunity to do meaningful work that truly matters.
Cochlear Summary
Cochlear's mission is to help people hear and be heard. Around the world, more people chose a Cochlear-branded hearing implant system than any other. Our employees tell us that the number one reason they enjoy working for Cochlear is the opportunity to make a difference to people's lives. Learn and grow with us as we tackle the most complex challenges in helping people to Hear Now. And Always. Cochlear is the global market leader in implantable hearing solutions including cochlear implant systems (CI) and bone anchored hearing aids (Baha). If you feel that you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role and take on new challenges to build your career with Cochlear, please start your application by clicking the apply button below.
At Cochlear we value and welcome the unique contributions, perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds of our employees and aim to build a culture that celebrates and leverages these differences, creating a sense of belonging and enabling our people to realise their full potential. We offer flexible working arrangements, and we understand flexibility is not the same for everyone. We're open to a conversation about what flexibility means for you.
Desired Skills and Experience
Seeking a passionate and experienced Process Engineering Project Manager to join our Process Engineering team located in the Cochlear Brisbane Operations office (Newstead) for a 14 months contract