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The Project Manager Operations - Outstanding Work is responsible for production elements of Boxer CRV vehicle finalisation at the Military Vehicle Centre of Excellence (MILVEHCOE).
The Project Manager Operations - Outstanding Work will collaborate with onsite and international; development, program, project, production and material teams to ensure the compliant, controlled and on schedule delivery of Boxer vehicles from MILVEHCOE to the Commonwealth of Australian (COA).
As a key member of the Land 400-2 team the Project Manager Operations - Outstanding Work represents the production related interest of the Brisbane based Rheinmetall entity within the international Rheinmetall network.
The general and generic duties of the Project Manager Operations - Outstanding Work include, but are not limited to:-
- Lead cross functional project team operations;
- Manage the development and execution of Production Planning tasks and associated activities as required to complete vehicle finalisation at the MILVEHCOE in accordance with the approved Contract Master Schedule (CMS) or other associated plan such as rework or retrofit schedule;
- Issue, prioritise and monitor work packages for Outstanding Work & vehicle completion;
- Reporting of production status vs project, production and delivery schedules;
- Leading cross functional project & production team meetings, drive focused outcomes and activities;
- Monitor and manage all production vehicle completion project related risks;
- Coordinate and support the development of our local manufacturing capability including transfer of knowledge and technology from Germany to Australia;
- Review Factory Acceptance Test documents/ findings, assign and support the management of missing parts lists;
- Liaise with counterparts in German-based Rheinmetall entities to ensure Outstanding Work tasks are properly documented and communicated in a timely manner;
- Ensure transfer of the necessary production drawings/ working instructions and supporting technical data to RDA Australia to facilitate Outstanding Work;
- Liaise with Europe-based Outstanding Work Managers to understand the prioritization of Outstanding Work tasks to ensure customer acceptance for Boxer vehicles; and
- Fulfil other duties and responsibilities that may be required as determined with your manager from time to time.
About your new team
The Project Manager Operations - Outstanding Work role will join other Project Manager Operations personnel, reporting to the Director Operations Planning and Control. The Project Manager Operations team perform the critical function of translating program requirements to production requirements.
Find Your Why at Rheinmetall
Our values of Safety, Partnership, Openness, Respect and Trust (SPORT) supports our team members to create a workplace environment where our employees value each other, live up to their promises, communicate openly and work safely every day.
The experience and skillset best suited to this role includes:
- Tertiary qualifications in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Process), Project Management or relevant discipline;
- Proven project management experience;
- Previous experience in a Production / Process Engineering role (preferably Automotive);
- Excellent working knowledge and understanding of complex vehicle Production systems Eg. Quality systems, assembly and testing requirements;
- Demonstrated ability to Influence outcomes across complex global matrix organisations;
- Natural ability to build networks across cultures and across disciplines;
- Natural problem solver, able to troubleshoot production problems with very high attention to detail;
- Experience utilising Root Cause Analysis tools to identify root causes and prevent reoccurrence;
- Advanced MS Office Applications (Word, (Excel - gantt charts, macros & pivot tables), PowerPoint, MS Project, Outlook);
- Ability to travel interstate and internationally when required; and
- Must hold or be eligible to obtain an Australian Government Security Clearance (must hold Australian Citizenship).
What we offer you
- Work as part of a team with real purpose in what we do;
- Attractive remuneration packages with salary sacrificing and novated leases;
- Access to exclusive employee discounts with over 400 retailers in Australia to help cost of living;
- On-site subsidised café with themed days and multiple dietary options;
- Long weekends every second week with a 9 day working fortnight;
- Opportunity to work on major projects within our Vehicle Systems (Logistic, Tactical Wheeled, Tactical Tracked), Electronic Solutions, Weapon & Ammunition Divisions);
- Generous internal incentive and referral program;
- Genuine career development and progression opportunities;
- Extensive Employee Assistance Program to support overall health and wellbeing; and
- We are proud to be recognised as an Endorsed Employer for All Women by WORK180.
Our inclusive culture
Rheinmetall fosters a culture of equality, fairness, diversity and inclusion for all our employees and provides a safe and secure work environment where everyone can feel comfortable and supported to bring their unique self to work every day.
We know that when people from diverse backgrounds and different points of view work together, we create the most value - for our clients, our people and our community. If you don't think you quite meet all of the requirements of the position, we'd still love to hear from you.
If you would like to know more information about how we are supporting our employees, you can view our policies and initiatives via our Work180 profile at work180.com/rheinmetall
To learn more about life at Rheinmetall, please visit: www.rheinmetall.com/career-au
Next steps
Apply now!
Preferred candidates will be required to complete background checks including pre-employment verifications and national police checks.
A Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian Citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearance.
International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.
Further information regarding clearance is available at: www.defence.gov.au/security/clearances
Applications close: 30th May 2024
Please note that we will not be accepting any recruitment agency applications for this role.
Questions
For further information about this opportunity, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team at ***************@rheinmetall.com.au and quote REF#AU01757.
