At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the Project Director based at the Wulkuraka, QLD site operations for the Queensland New Generation Rollingstock project that we’re looking for?

Your future role:

Your future role as Project Director, leveraging your proven delivery experience, entails responsibility for fulfilling contractual obligations to the Customer. You will provide leadership and direction to the core project team, lead the project strategy, and play a pivotal role in interfacing with key stakeholders across the project and region.

We'll look to you for:

• Leading the performance of the site, including regulatory compliance, EHS, customer service, equipment reliability, business development, purchasing, finance, property management, and P&L.
• Administering a service function to ensure the site operates 24/7 throughout the year.
• Interfacing with customers, regulators, and Alstom leadership to ensure quality service, meeting contractual, regulatory, and jurisdictional standards.
• Planning, developing, and managing budgets, with accountability for long-range planning, cost-saving initiatives, production efficiency, employee relations, succession planning, and overall contract oversight.
• Advising staff on financial, technical, and operational matters; representing the site’s fiscal position as required.
• Controlling expenditures in line with budgeted amounts and company policy; reviewing and approving purchases of supplies, services, and equipment.
• Leading, mentoring, developing, and coordinating the work activities of the project management team.
• Staying informed about and applying relevant rules, regulations, policies, and procedures set forth by Alstom Fleet Services.
• Planning, developing, and recommending new or updated policies and programs to meet business needs.
• Ensuring maximized internal and external customer and supplier relations, communication, and performance while enhancing Alstom’s profitability.

All about you:

• Tertiary degree in a related discipline.
• Extensive experience in project management and delivery, including KPI management, budget preparation, and controls.
• Significant experience in the heavy railway sector or similar industries such as aerospace, defence, or aviation, involving customer service, operations, and/or maintenance.
• Exceptional people management, leadership, communication and presentation skills.

Things you’ll enjoy:

Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also enjoy;

• 18 weeks paid parental leave
• Free gym membership
• Flexible working options and additional leave days
• Purchase annual leave and novated leasing schemes
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning
• Stability, challenges and a long-term career enabling you to steer your progression in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
• Benefit from a competitive package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and social coverage
  

Important to note:

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 70+ countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.
An agile, inclusive and responsible culture is the foundation of our company where diverse people are offered excellent opportunities to grow, learn and advance in their careers. We are committed to encouraging our employees to reach their full potential, while valuing and respecting them as individuals. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability and other minority groups to apply.
We recognise that embracing flexibility & inclusivity is the smarter way of working. Please speak with us about your individual needs or if any workplace adjustments are required. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process please email: hr.accessibility@alstomgroup.com.
For internal applicants, please ensure you confirm your eligibility to apply with your Supervisor and relevant Human Resources representative prior to submitting an application.
As part of the application process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment reference and medical checks, including drug and alcohol testing.