Deputy Project Director - Perth Metronet

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.A bit about why you might choose Alstom before you read on about this new role of Deputy Project Director.We recognise the need for work-life balance and are continually working on our offering and introducing new polices, aimed at creating greater flexibility for everyone. Most recently, an additional day of paid leave has been added, with ME Day allowing for an extra day of paid leave for you to focus on our well-being as well as flexible public holidays. More benefits are outlined below, but for those that are wondering if our business is as focused on it's people as we are our outputs, we are truly driven to be leaders in this space. The health, happiness and wellbeing of our people is essential and we look forward to discussing any particular working arrangements required to allow you to succeed and be satisfied at Alstom.The rare opportunity to learn from one of the best and support the project objectives as Deputy Project Director at our 2-year-old train manufacturing site at Bellevue, Perth has arisen. This is an exciting leadership role for a key infrastructure project, committed to boosting the Western Australian economy through local supplier, contractors, equipment vendors and content.The position reports directly to the Project Director and has a close working relationship in the delivery of work for the Project across all facets of project delivery, finance, resources, contractual obligations, safety and customer expectations.
Internal and external stakeholders, clients and team members are of the utmost importance in this role and the continuation and extension of collaborative, transparent and mutually beneficial relationships will be critical.
Several key milestones are upcoming for the Project and will require the confident, steady leadership to guide the organisation whilst still seeking out opportunities in key deliverables and performance indicators.The role is looking for you to;

• Be accountable for the delivery of the project taking responsibility for key commercial decisions
• Take an active role in embodying and promoting the core Alstom values and contract specific social procurement targets
• Manage customer and external stakeholders' relationship, continuously ensuring alignment with customer contractual requirements
• Be responsible for project governance, project strategy and objectives
• Understand and align project activities to contractual requirements and broader organsiationational objectives

We are looking to find;

• A well proven professional in a similar role, experienced in leading a complex portfolio or project in the railway industry
• Exceptional project management skills
• An authentic leader who empowers their team, fosters open communication and encourages solutions oriented thinking
• Passionate about building and fostering sustainable relationships with advanced influence and negotiation skills to achieve mutually beneficial and commercial outcomes
• A proactive, strategic thinker with a collaborative working style and ability to coach others, identify risks and promote a safe, inclusive working culture

What we can offer;

• Being an endorsed Work180 employer with a focus to support and leverage the benefits of women in our workforce
• 18 weeks paid parental leave
• Additional paid leave in the form of ME day - self selected day to relax, recharge and focus on your wellbeing
• Flexible public holidays - align with your personal values
• Flexible working options
• Volunteer Day - A paid day off once a year to volunteer in your local community
• Bridging leave - yes, where possible, it is actually encouraged to make a random public holiday - a decent break!
• Free gym membership

Being part of the sustainable, growing rail industry with access to global mobility, transverse teams and remuneration package that recognises your performance and potentialWe are an agile, inclusive and responsible culture is the foundation of our company where diverse people are offered excellent opportunities to grow, learn and advance in their careers.
This has been recognised and proudly endorsed by Work 180 as an organisation who values the benefits and support offered to women in the workplace.We are committed to encouraging our employees to reach their full potential, while valuing and respecting them as individuals. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability and other minority groups to apply.We recognise that embracing flexibility & inclusivity is the smarter way of working. Please speak with us about your individual needs or if any workplace adjustments are required. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process please email: hr.accessibility@alstomgroup.comFor internal applicants, please ensure you confirm your eligibility to apply with your Supervisor and relevant Human Resources representative prior to submitting an application.As part of the application process, you will be required to undergo a range of compliance and pre-employment, reference and medical checks, including drug and alcohol testing and will be provided guidance during the recruitment process. If you at any time, have any questions or queries, please speak with your relevant Talent Acquisition Partner.