Senior Maintenance Work Package Manager at Thales

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Leadership, Communication, Analytical Skills, Customer Centric, Data Analysis, Risk Management, Continuous Improvement, Resource Allocation, Team Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Budget Management, Quality Assurance, Negotiation, Coaching, Technical Background

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence. Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible. From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust. About Your Role As a Senior Maintenance Work Package Manager, you will enjoy an exciting new career opportunity as you lead and manage allocated bids, work packages and/or projects in support of our growing Above Water Systems operations as you work across the wider organisation to think big and make it happen. Building a Future We Can All Trust, you will collaborate with others to manage assembled bid/project teams, ensure project deliverables are on target and utilise your background to play a role in our ongoing growth and success. Your exciting new career opportunity will see you; Leading and managing a team of Work Package Managers and Trade Superintendents under the AWS Operations PMO management structures Engaging transversally across functional areas to optimise resource allocation for bid activities as you take a strategic view in your ability to proactively manage customer and business requirements Organising and conducting various Gate Reviews and regular reporting and data analysis on key metrics as you maintain a focus on key KPI’s (HSE, Quality, Schedule, Budgets and Baseline) Maintaining a high level of communication with all relevant stakeholders to develop and maintain effective working relationships across a diverse group of internal and external parties Enriching customer experience and achieving sustainable outcomes as you efficiently manage project risks, while also seizing business opportunities Preparing, monitoring and managing bid and project schedules, which will include; budget, baselines, risks and opportunities Actively participating in various continuous improvement activities, within an organisation that is committed to quality outcomes Coordinating and negotiating input from suppliers, partners and both domestic and international subcontractors Guiding, coaching and providing direct support to other team members and other young professionals as you make your mark and contribute to future capability How About You? Relevant tertiary qualifications from either a trade or technical background, coupled with experience in a similar Bids or Project Management role Intermediate computer skills with experience in utilising complex Work Breakdown Structures Proven leadership experience in managing diverse teams, which will also utilise your well-developed interpersonal communication skills Well-developed analytical skills and proven experience in utilising and reporting on complex data Strong customer centric background, proven in achieving key business objectives and/or related KPI’s A background across a similar commercial and/or Defence organisation or environment would be viewed favourably Those with postgraduate qualifications will be viewed favourably (e.g. Project Management) Good to Know You’ll get an email acknowledgement after you’ve applied, Thales strives to provide a personalised experience for all suitable applicants. For more information on Thales visit us @ThalesCareers on Instagram It’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right – no matter your background or personal circumstances – please introduce yourself or join our community. We’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here. We’re proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there’s always more we can do. We’ll continue to foster industry partnerships, employee resource groups (ERGs) and development opportunities to make Thales a genuinely equitable employer, for everyone. Read more about our WORK180 endorsement. Interested in finding out more about Thales and why you should join us? Say HI* to new career opportunities.

Responsibilities

The Senior Maintenance Work Package Manager will lead and manage bids, work packages, and projects for Above Water Systems operations. This includes overseeing project teams, ensuring deliverables are met, and maintaining communication with stakeholders.