Senior Project Manager - Automated Warehousing/DC

Join a global market leader transforming warehouse automation Dynamic opportunity delivering large-scale, complex projects across Australia Sydney/Melbourne/Brisbane: Competitive salary, excellent benefits & collaborative culture

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What We Offer
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THE OPPORTUNITY

Positioned at the forefront of innovation in warehouse automation, there’s never been a more exciting time to join Dematic. As a global leader in intelligent intralogistics and material handling solutions, we continue to secure complex, high-impact projects across the APAC region.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of highly complex, large-scale warehouse automation and material handling system (MHS) projects. Based in Sydney/Melbourne/Brisbane, you will play a key role in delivering strategically critical projects for major clients across NSW, VIC, and QLD.

Operating in a fast-paced, technically sophisticated environment, you will manage multiple projects simultaneously, working with advanced automation technologies and cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional outcomes for our customers.

This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role where you will take full ownership of the project lifecycle, from contract award through to commissioning, customer acceptance, and final handover.

What You Will Be Working On
You will play a critical role in ensuring successful project delivery, including:

Full ownership of the project delivery phase, from contract review through to final handoverReviewing contracts to define scope, milestones, and key deliverablesLeading development and management of integrated project schedules (critical path focus)Bringing together internal and external stakeholders to align on scope of works and execution strategyManaging project budgets, cost forecasting, and financial performanceIdentifying and managing unallocated costs, variations, and commercial risksDriving procurement, supplier commitments, and project supply chain performanceOverseeing subcontractor engagement, performance, and sign-off for invoicingLeading risk management, change management, and issue resolution Managing project challenges including delays, scope changes, and extensions of timeSupporting FAT, SAT, commissioning, and customer acceptance testingActing as the key client-facing lead, ensuring expectations are managed and met

Tasks and Qualifications:

SETTING YOU UP FOR SUCCESS

Degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related disciplineProven experience delivering large-scale, complex engineering, automation, or MHS projectsBackground in MHS, warehouse automation, FMCG, high-speed packaging, or integrated engineering environmentsStrong understanding of system layouts, design intent, integration complexityDemonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in fast-paced environmentsSolid commercial acumen across contracts, budgets, variations, cost control Proficiency with project planning tools (MS Project / similar PM software) Ability to interpret AutoCAD layouts and system designsStrong reporting, communication, stakeholder presentation skills Willingness to travel to customer sites locally and interstate

What Sets You Apart
Calm, resilient, and able to lead through complexity and changeDecisive and proactive, with a strong forward-planning mindsetSkilled negotiator with the ability to influence commercial outcomes Strong stakeholder engagement across multidisciplinary teams and clientsA hands-on leader who can “weather the storm” and deliver results

WHY BRING YOUR CAREER TO DEMATIC

This is an exciting time to join Dematic. We are proud to design, build, implement, and support automated system solutions for warehouses, distribution centres, and production facilities. We live on the cutting edge of technology and industry and are a global leader with 12,000 employees worldwide and over 900 employees in Australia and New Zealand.

And Some Other Great Things To Know About Us...
Employee engagement is high at 80% in our recent employee surveyAverage tenure is 8 years, with 12% internal promotions and transfers annually because we actively invest in developing our people.A staggering 30% of all new hires are referrals, as our people know it's a great place to work and recommend it to others

How To Apply
If you are a motivated and experienced Senior Project Manager who enjoys the responsibility of overseeing complex projects, then we would love to hear from you. Please click on the ‘Apply for this job’ button and submit your resume. For more information visit: www.dematic.com

Please note that due to the high number of responses, we will only respond to candidates that have been shortlisted

Dematic is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all areas of employment including recruitment, selection, promotion, training etc. and in accordance with federal and state legislation, Dematic Pty Ltd (Dematic or the Company) promotes a workplace free from discrimination and harassment