Launceston Airport is planning for an exciting period of growth. Great Project Management opportunity available to support our capital development program! (2 Year Fixed-Term Contract).
We currently have an exciting new opportunity for a dynamic and experienced Project Manager to join our team. This role will agilely lead and direct capital development projects across Launceston Airport. The position will have exposure to a wide variety of projects, potentially working across major Terminal/Arrivals Hall works, Amenities upgrade, Airfield Projects and more
.
This position manages project delivery to industry standards, ensuring they meet regulatory, corporate, and business objectives within a live airport environment. The role involves interfacing with various stakeholders and overseeing external consultants and contractors to successfully deliver projects on budget, to program and to a high qualit
y.
Key responsibiliti
es:
The role's duties and accountabilities include, but are not limited
- to:
Successfully deliver major capital development works for Launceston Airport to a high standard, ensuring project milestones are met, and that delivery, performance and financial targets are achi - eved.Provide leadership in all aspects of the capital works projects from feasibility and project team performance through to completion, and ensure that regulatory, corporate, and business objectives are
- met.Manage Contractor engagement and relationships on behalf of Launceston Air
- port.Manage Consultants and external PM resource on individual proj
- ects.Support project teams to manage risks and resolve issues impacting project delivery, including managing sensitive negotiat
- ions.Assist, guide and manage aviation partners, tenants, and stakeholders through the delivery of the development w
- orks.Monitor Safety, Environment and Quality compliance across Launceston Airport proj
- ects.Manage Project financials and pro
- gressConduct contractor site management audits including safety and environmental assessm
- ents.Manage Airport Building Controller permits and pro
- cess.Lead and manage environmental matters associated with capital projects in consultation with the Environment
- teamContribute to innovation and continuous improvement that benefits Launceston Airport and the capital delivery
- teamLead and drive the creation of a high performing Construction Team that meets the agreed level of service for project delivery and foster a positive workplace cul
ture.
The successful candidate will
- have:
Established Project Management background within the construction industry focusing on building and civil infrastructure pr - ojects.Tertiary education in Project Management, Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management is ben
- eficialExperience with managing the delivery of capital programs and b
- udgets.Robust experience with project and contract mana
gement.
We understand that not everyone will feel they meet all of these 100%. However, if you feel you have the attitude and aptitude to grow within our team, we invite you to apply and have a conversation with us about this p
osition.
About the
Company:
Launceston Airport’s vision is to be the “Port of Choice” and tourism gateway to Tasmania and is an industry multi-award-winning major airport. With a proud history dating back to our first grass runway in 1929, the airport has grown and evolved, but our number one priority remains to deliver a safe and secure airport and a superior customer experience to every passenger who uses the airport. Our dedicated and passionate team members love our Airport and our
community.
Launceston Airport, operated by Australia Pacific Airports Corporation (APAC), is a company majority-owned by institutional superannuation and pension funds. We are proud to have a vibrant and friendly workplace culture. Our corporate offices are in the heart of the aviation activity, located within the termina
l building.
Culture
and Values:Our “One Airport – One Team” approach fosters a culture of excellence for our people and their development and those of our customer and partner organisations. By joining the team at Launceston Airport, you will work within a friendly, high-performance culture with a focus on our people and their development. We provide a supportive environment, with values that encourage all of our employees to Be You, Think Big, Own it and Wo
rk Togeth
- er.
Benefits:
Access to airport car parking 24 hours/365 days a year for both business an - d personal useAirport Holiday, an additiona
- l day of leaveWellness Day, a further additiona
- l day of leaveMental health and well-bei
- ng initiativesEmployee Assistance
- Program (EAP)Career and profession
- al developmentParticipation in a range of social impact days
- and activitiesLiving in one of Australia’s only six ’30 minute cities.’ To learn more about Launceston as a career destination, and all our wonderful city has to offer, visit https://www.launceston.t
as.gov.au/Home
APAC is committed to weaving Diversity into our DNA. We believe that Diversity and Inclusion will help us realise our greatest potential as a company, and maximise the potential of all our team members. We strive to create a culture where our team members understand that each individual is unique and that embracing diversity makes us more flexible, productive
, and creative.
APAC provides equal opportunity and advancement in employment regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, cultural background, caring responsibilities, disability or socio-economic background. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our workplace values of authenticity, passion, accountability &
; collaboration.
