Project Manager

Job Purpose

• Lead the planning and execution of projects from initiation to closure.

• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines and budgets. 
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, Gantt charts and documentation.
• Manage relationships with external parties, vendors, contractors and suppliers.

• Co-ordinate and liaise with cross functional teams to ensure project success.
• Comply with health & safety regulations, and environmental and quality standards.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues.

• Monitor project progress, track KPI’s and report updates to stakeholders.
• Manage stakeholder communications and ensure alignment across teams.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Facilitate project meetings, workshops and progress reviews.

• Drive continuous improvement in project management practices.
• Minimise scope, time and cost creep, while delivering high quality results.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Project Manager or similar role (ideally in Manufacturing)
• Strong leadership, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools, e.g. MS Project, Jira, etc)
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Strong financial and budget management skills.
• Knowledge of risk management and change management principles.
• Willingness to travel between sites. 

Personal Attributes

• Innovative and solution driven. 
• Respectful in all interactions 
• Results driven and proactive. 
• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.
• Collaborative and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Confident, fact based decision maker with the ability to influence stakeholders.