Project Manager- Communication | Mon - Fri 38 hours | Balcatta Support Centre
Core
Lead GPON fibre infrastructure and keyless entry projects across Rio Tinto villages in the Pilbara, managing scope, schedules, budgets, and deliverables from initiation to completion.
Role type
Senior IC project manager (infrastructure & technology)
Builds
GPON fibre infrastructure and keyless entry systems for mining villages
Domain
Mining & Oil and Gas
Required skills
Project management, technical coordination, site and contractor management, stakeholder management, commercial and procurement management, quality and safety compliance, documentation and handover, risk and performance management
Preferred skills
PMP, PRINCE2, Agile/Scrum, knowledge of digital technologies (cloud, automation, data analytics), proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, Jira, Trello)
Technologies
GPON, keyless entry systems, MS Project, Jira, Trello
Responsibilities
Lead GPON and keyless entry projects across multiple Rio Tinto villages in the Pilbara, managing scope, schedules, budgets, and deliverables from initiation through to completion. Oversee the design, installation, integration, testing and commissioning of GPON fibre infrastructure and keyless entry systems, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and client requirements. Coordinate site activities, subcontractors, technicians, suppliers and other trades, undertaking regular site visits from Perth to monitor progress and ensure works are delivered safely and efficiently. Maintain effective communication with Rio Tinto client, contractor, consultants, service providers and internal teams, providing progress updates and resolving project issues. Manage project budgets, contractor costs, variations and financial reporting to maintain cost control. Ensure all works comply with approved designs, relevant Australian Standards, safety requirements, quality procedures and contractual obligations. Maintain accurate project records, progress reports, review as-built drawings, test results and commissioning documentation, ensuring a complete handover to the client and operational teams. Identify and manage project risks, technical challenges, delays and delivery issues, implementing corrective actions to maintain programme, quality and client satisfaction.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
