Project Manager

Location: melbourne
Job Type: temporary
Salary: Competitive Hourly Rate
Contact: Aimee Walsh
About the Company

This is a unique opportunity to join a high-performing food manufacturing business with a strong footprint across Australia, New Zealand, and international markets. Known for its commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement, the organisation supplies both major supermarket retailers and B2B clients, operating within a fast-paced and highly regulated environment.The site has recently achieved significant improvements in operational efficiency and safety performance, and is now embarking on a major capital expansion project to increase capacity and support long-term growth.

About the Role

As Contract Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading the pre-works phase of a large-scale facility expansion at the company’s key manufacturing site in Melbourne’s south-east. Reporting to the Supply Chain Director, this role will see you coordinate planning activities, manage contractors, and prepare the site for full-scale construction. This is initially a 6-month contract, with a strong likelihood of extension through the build and commissioning stages.

Key Responsibilities of the role:
  • Oversee site preparation and early-phase works for a significant facility expansion
  • Engage and manage external contractors and service providers
  • Liaise with internal teams across operations, safety, and engineering to ensure alignment
  • Drive project milestones, risk management, and stakeholder reporting
  • Support a smooth transition into the construction and delivery phase

Skills & Experience required
  • Proven experience in capital project delivery within manufacturing, FMCG, or industrial sectors
  • Demonstrated success managing pre-works, site development, or infrastructure upgrades
  • Ability to engage effectively with cross-functional teams and external contractors
  • Strong understanding of compliance, safety standards, and project governance
  • Hands-on, proactive approach with excellent communication skills
What's on Offer
  • Join a values-driven business with a focus on collaboration, accountability, and safety
  • Be part of a site-wide transformation with real investment in growth and people
  • Work alongside a passionate leadership team in a supportive environment
  • Opportunity to extend beyond the initial contract and shape the future state of the facility

How to Apply

Click “Apply” or contact Aimee Walsh at Six Degrees Executive at 048 394 8670 or send a CV to aimeew@sde.com.au  for a confidential discussion. Immediate start available for the right candidate.

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