Job Opportunity: Program Manager
The role of a Program Manager is pivotal in driving business growth and project success through strategic planning and effective execution.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and maintain a sustainable pipeline of work by creating and implementing a business development system.
* Lead, manage, and execute tender responses and proposals for work above a certain threshold.
* Plan and package works that are safe, compliant, and profitable.
* Initiate external support to fill resource and skills gaps.
* Effectively communicate work packages to the Operations Manager for implementation.
* Advise senior leaders on the status and progress of future and current works.
* Negotiate, monitor, and adjust contract terms over the project lifecycle with clients.
About the Successful Candidate:
* Mandatory Qualifications and Knowledge:
* Certificate IV in Leadership and Management or higher.
* Diploma in Project Management or higher.
* Cert III in Rail Infrastructure or equivalent.
* Cert III in Rural Operations or equivalent.
* Class C Drivers Licence.
* General Induction card (White Card).
* Understanding of applicable legislation.
* Knowledge of Network Rules/Standards/Procedures for Rail Infrastructure Managers (RIMS).
* Sound knowledge of rail construction and maintenance.
* Desirable Qualifications and Knowledge:
* Demonstrated experience in a comparable position.
* RIW/RSW Card.
* Network-specific inductions & competencies (Aurizon, ARTC, QR, JHR CRN).
* Sound knowledge of network rules and procedures.
* First Aid Certificate.
* Mandatory Skills:
* Strong leadership and management skills.
* Excellent time management.
* Strong business management skills within a multi-faceted operation.
* Strategic, planning, and financial acumen.
* Computer skills (Office suite, Workflow Max).
* Risk management skills.
* Problem-solving ability.
* Opportunity recognition.
* Strong communication skills.