Project Manager

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.

Our Benefits:

• Competitive remuneration + Super + Bonus + Free Medical Insurance
• ThalesFlex – Hybrid work environment
• Fitness Passport Discount – Access to a network of Gyms across AUS.
• Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)
• Modernised Paid Parental Leave
• Veterans Leave
• Novated Lease options
• Family support through our partnership with Parents at Work
• Personal & professional training development opportunities

Your Role: Project Manager  

Join Thales Training & Simulation as a Project Manager, supporting the Thales Program Manager on the HATS Project (JP9000 Ph7). You will work with modern simulation technology as part of a helicopter aircrew training school and you will directly see the amazing outcomes from your work every day.

You’ll play a key role in bid and project management, ensuring successful delivery while driving improvements and aligning with strategic objectives. This is a full-time permanent role based in Nowra.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with functional teams to ensure efficient bid and project delivery.
• Manage stakeholder relationships and communications, both internal and external.
• Develop competitive, high-quality bid offers with clear win strategies.
• Oversee schedules, budgets, risks, and opportunities to ensure project success.
• Lead governance processes, including gate reviews and reporting.
• Coordinate input from suppliers, partners, and subcontractors.
• Mentor and support less experienced bid and project managers.

Your Skills:

• Degree in business, engineering, project management, or related field.
• Proven leadership and ability to manage multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience in bid/project management, preferably in Defence.
• Strong stakeholder management and customer relationship skills.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution abilities.
• IPMA certification or ability to obtain it.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE / SECURITY CLEARANCES

• Current NV1 Security Clearance (or ability to obtain)
• Proven track record in managing complex bids and projects across multiple geographies and time zones.
• IPMA certification or willingness to obtain it.
• Strong knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques.
• Experience working with complex Work Breakdown Structures (WBS).
• Familiarity with Defence ASDEFCON procurement processes.

WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY

After you have applied, you will receive an email acknowledging your application. We’ll then provide a personalised experience for suitable applicants as we progress the selection and assessment process. Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and security checks.

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance.  To learn more about clearances please visit – http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/ #LI-SG1

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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.

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