Project Manager

Location: Keswick, SA

About the role:

Due to growth within the company we have an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join the well-established Infrastructure team. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Project Manager to lead our efforts in delivering world-class Rail Infrastructure projects. This role will be expected to work collaboratively with a range of internal and external stakeholders to deliver end to end Rail Infrastructure projects. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Manage the delivery of rail infrastructure replacement, modification or maintenance projects
• Contribute to overall business success as a member of a professional infrastructure management team supporting the objectives of Aurizon’s operational and maintenance teams
• Apply project management discipline and fit for purpose processes to manage the delivery of projects in a complex business environment.
• Develop and execute project plans, timelines, and budgets, and actively monitor progress against established targets.
• Manage project change and risks, anticipate challenges, and implement effective mitigation strategies to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Generate project reporting for project sponsor stakeholders and senior management
• Foster strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and suppliers to ensure clear communication and alignment throughout the project lifecycle.

About you: 

• Strong interpersonal communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills
• Outcome focused team player able to motivate and influence people to achieve project outcomes
• Highly adaptable and composed under pressure
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Project management experience in rail or heavy industry is highly desirable
• High degree of commercial acumen
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects, solve problems, and make data-driven decisions.
• Relevant recognised PM qualifications or tertiary degree is highly desirable.

What we offer you:            

At Aurizon, we support the development and growth of our employees. With a national portfolio of operations, we offer long-term and exciting career opportunities. Some of our benefits include:

• Development and growth opportunities.
• Access to mentoring and development programs.
• Discounts on selected health insurance funds, personal travel, gyms, vehicles and retail brands.
• Parental leave program and super booster.

About Aurizon:

Aurizon is Australia’s largest rail freight rail freight operator with integrated landside supply chain solutions and a top 100 ASX company. Each year, we deliver more than 250 million tonnes of Australian commodities right across the country. Aurizon is crucial to the Australian economy, connecting miners, primary producers and industry with international and domestic markets. 

At Aurizon, we are proud of our diverse, collaborative, creative and high-performance culture. We celebrate the contribution of every employee and provide opportunities for career development in a dynamic, caring, and inclusive work environment.