Senior Project Manager - Automated Warehousing/DC
• Join a global leader driving innovation in warehouse automation and material handling solutions
• Deliver complex projects across Australia with a significant business impact
• Attractive salary, excellent benefits & collaborative culture

We offer:

Dematic: we don't just offer jobs - we offer careers that move with you

WHAT WE OFFER

• Fitness Passport – Enjoy discounted access to gyms, pools, and fitness facilities nationwide for you and your family, making it easier and more affordable to stay active

• Exclusive health cover via Medibank – 9% discount on corporate health plans designed to fit every lifestyle, life stage, and budget.

• Progressive and innovative global company experiencing high growth

• Career Development and Global Opportunities

• Competitive salary, salary packaging and novated leasing available

• Corporate discounts on car rentals and IT products/accessories

• Paid Parental Leave + super: 12 weeks for primary carer/2 weeks secondary

• Purchase Leave

• Social Club

• Study Assistance

• Employee Referral Programme

Why Work for Dematic and what sets us apart?

Have you ever wondered how your online orders arrive at your doorstep so quickly and accurately? Behind the scenes, Dematic plays a vital role in making that happen. As a global leader in intelligent automation and intralogistics solutions, we design, build, implement, and support world-class automated systems for warehouses, distribution centres, and manufacturing facilities.

Partnering with some of the world's most innovative brands, we're transforming the future of supply chains through cutting-edge technology, engineering excellence, and a relentless focus on customer success.

With more than 12,000 employees globally and over 900 employees across Australia and New Zealand, Dematic offers the scale of a global organisation combined with the collaborative culture of a local team. You'll work alongside industry experts on industry-leading projects while being supported to develop your career, expand your skills, and make a genuine impact.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Positioned at the forefront of innovation in warehouse automation, there’s never been a more exciting time to join Dematic. As a global leader in intelligent intralogistics and material handling solutions, we continue to secure complex, high-impact projects across the APAC region.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex warehouse automation and material handling system (MHS) projects. Based in Belrose you will play a key role in delivering strategically critical projects for major clients across ANZ.

Operating in a fast-paced, technically sophisticated environment, you will manage multiple brownfield projects simultaneously, working with advanced automation technologies and cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional outcomes for our customers.

This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role where you will take full ownership of the project lifecycle, from contract award through to commissioning, customer acceptance, and final handover.

WHAT YOU WILL BE WORKING ON

Playing a critical role in ensuring successful project delivery, including:

• Full ownership of the project delivery phase, from contract review through to final handover

• Reviewing contracts to define scope, milestones, and key deliverables

• Leading development and management of integrated project schedules (critical path focus)

• Bringing together internal and external stakeholders to align on scope of works and execution strategy

• Managing project budgets, cost forecasting, and financial performance

• Identifying and managing unallocated costs, variations, and commercial risks

• Driving procurement, supplier commitments, and project supply chain performance

• Overseeing subcontractor engagement, performance, and sign-off for invoicing

• Leading risk management, change management, and issue resolution

• Managing project challenges including delays, scope changes, and extensions of time

• Supporting FAT, SAT, commissioning, and customer acceptance testing

• Acting as the key client-facing lead, ensuring expectations are managed and met

Tasks and Qualifications:

SETTING YOU UP FOR SUCCESS

• Degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related discipline

• Proven experience delivering complex engineering, automation, or MHS projects

• Background in MHS, warehouse automation, FMCG, high-speed packaging, or integrated engineering environments

• Strong understanding of system layouts, design intent, and integration complexity

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in fast-paced environments

• Solid commercial acumen across contracts, budgets, variations, and cost control

• Proficiency with project planning tools (MS Project or similar PM software)

• Ability to interpret AutoCAD layouts and system designs

• Strong reporting, communication, and stakeholder presentation skills

• Willingness to travel to customer sites locally and interstate

WHAT SETS YOU APART

• Calm, resilient, and able to lead through complexity and change

• Decisive and proactive, with a strong forward-planning mindset

• Skilled negotiator with the ability to influence commercial outcomes

• Strong stakeholder engagement across multidisciplinary teams and clients

• A hands-on leader who can “weather the storm” and deliver results

WHY BRING YOUR CAREER TO DEMATIC

• Employee engagement is high at 80% in our recent employee survey

• Average tenure is 8 years, with 12% internal promotions and transfers annually because we actively invest in developing our people.

• A staggering 30% of all new hires are referrals, as our people know it's a great place to work and recommend it to others

HOW TO APPLY

If you are a motivated and experienced Senior Project Manager who enjoys the responsibility of overseeing complex projects, then we would love to hear from you.

Please click on the ‘Apply for this job’ button and submit your resume. For more information visit: www.dematic.com

Dematic is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all areas of employment including recruitment, selection, promotion, training etc. and in accordance with federal and state legislation, Dematic Pty Ltd (Dematic or the Company) promotes a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.