Senior Project Manager

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Manage projects for the Digital Transformation Program and enhance RFDS system capabilities.

Classifications

• IT & Telecomms
• Full-time

Key points

• Flexible working arrangements available and free parking
• Base starting from 130K + Super
• Not-for-profit tax-free benefits up to $18,550

Description

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join the Digital and Technology team. As a part of the Digital strategic program, we have a unique opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to support the RFDS with future growth and optimisation.
This role will manage Projects to improve and extend the foundations of our data platform including the architecture, adopting data industry standards and increasing reporting capability across all business units, including clinical, aviation and corporate. Additionally, the role will be involved in IT infrastructure projects, for upgrades and extending connectivity to remote clinic locations utilising satellite solutions.

The Senior Project Manager is a full-time position on a maximum term contract of 12 months based in Brisbane . Although the initial contract is for 12 months, the right team member may be able to support other strategic projects beyond this initial project. Digital & Technology offers hybrid working arrangements with a mixture of home and office work.

Key Responsibilities

This role involves managing and executing projects to set up and implement new solutions and infrastructure. You will ensure successful project completion within the agreed cost, time, and quality parameters. The Senior Project Manager will:

• Be the key point of liaison between the project team, business management, and senior stakeholders
• Use project management tools to plan, monitor, and report to the stakeholders on the progress of the project
• Plan and oversee a project from the initial ideation stage through to the completion
• Identify and mitigate risks that may impact the successful delivery of the project
• Provide effective leadership to the project team and manage the scheduling of tasks and performance of resources seconded into the project
• There will also be a requirement to travel both within Queensland and interstate for this role

Senior Project Manager

Manage projects for the Digital Transformation Program and enhance RFDS system capabilities.

Classifications

• IT & Telecomms
• Project Management / Team Lead
• Full-time

Key points

• Flexible working arrangements available and free parking
• Base starting from 130K + Super
• Not-for-profit tax-free benefits up to $18,550

Description

The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join the Digital and Technology team. As a part of the Digital strategic program, we have a unique opportunity for an experienced Project Manager to support the RFDS with future growth and optimisation.
This role will manage Projects to improve and extend the foundations of our data platform including the architecture, adopting data industry standards and increasing reporting capability across all business units, including clinical, aviation and corporate. Additionally, the role will be involved in IT infrastructure projects, for upgrades and extending connectivity to remote clinic locations utilising satellite solutions.

The Senior Project Manager is a full-time position on a maximum term contract of 12 months based in Brisbane . Although the initial contract is for 12 months, the right team member may be able to support other strategic projects beyond this initial project. Digital & Technology offers hybrid working arrangements with a mixture of home and office work.

Key Responsibilities

This role involves managing and executing projects to set up and implement new solutions and infrastructure. You will ensure successful project completion within the agreed cost, time, and quality parameters. The Senior Project Manager will:

• Be the key point of liaison between the project team, business management, and senior stakeholders
• Use project management tools to plan, monitor, and report to the stakeholders on the progress of the project
• Plan and oversee a project from the initial ideation stage through to the completion
• Identify and mitigate risks that may impact the successful delivery of the project
• Provide effective leadership to the project team and manage the scheduling of tasks and performance of resources seconded into the project
• There will also be a requirement to travel both within Queensland and interstate for this role

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a highly adaptable team player with a strong grasp of technical and application development knowledge to effectively contribute and manage projects to ensure successful delivery. In addition, you will have;

• Formal qualification in Computer Science, Information Technology, System Administration, or a closely related field
• Extensive experience leading large projects in a complex business environment
• Experience in delivering ICT data and IT Infrastructure Projects
• Experience with Project Management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Scrum), Risk Management, Change Management and Financial Management
• Certification as a Project Management Practitioner (desirable)
• ITIL Foundation Certifications (desirable)
• Technical acumen in digital and technology
• Highly engaging communication skills
• The ability to build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships
• Exceptional time management and problem-solving skills
• Strong change management skills
• Demonstrated ability to build an engaged, collaborative, and committed project team

 
Why Join the RFDS (Queensland Section)

At RFDS (Queensland Section), we are deeply committed to positively impacting those who reside, work, and commute in remote, rural, and regional areas of Queensland. As an RFDS team member, you will take pride in knowing that your hard work is instrumental in supporting our operational, corporate and support services teams. By joining the RFDS, you will:

• Work with a collaborative and supportive team who are passionate about our purpose and proud of their contribution
• Receive Flexible working arrangements and free parking when you do come to the office!
• Be renumerated with a competitive salary starting from 130K + Super
• Have access to generous not-for-profit tax-free benefits up to $18,550 , increasing your take-home pay
• Access our Employee Assistance Program including counselling, nutrition sessions, financial sessions, and legal advice
• Receive private health insurance discounts
• Have novated leasing options available
• Access a full allocation of a newly launched uniform range at no cost

About RFDS (Queensland Section)
 
The Royal Flying Doctor Service is one of the world's largest and most comprehensive aeromedical organisations. The RFDS in Queensland provides excellence in and access to primary health care and aeromedical services across the state. Our emergency retrieval service operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, delivering the finest care to more than 330,000 Australians annually, that’s one person every two minutes! In addition to aeromedical retrievals of the critically ill or injured, the RFDS also delivers a broad range of essential primary and preventative healthcare services, including telehealth, mental health, oral health and health promotion. 
 
Royal Flying Doctor Service acknowledges the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first inhabitants of the nation and the Traditional Custodians of the land. The RFDS is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of healthcare. We embrace diversity and welcome all people irrespective of faith, ethnicity, sexual orientation or gender identity. 
 
Interested?
This role will close by the 15th of May 2024 however; shortlisting will commence before the end date so don’t delay in applying! For further information regarding this role please contact Recruitment on 07 3852 7553 or for a copy of the PD please reach out to #J-18808-Ljbffr