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Senior Project Manager

Brisbane Temporary AU$125 - AU$145 per hour Work from Home or Hybrid View Job Description
As a Senior OT Project Manager, you will oversee the delivery of key operational technology projects within the energy and natural resources sector. This role is perfect for someone with a strong background in project management and a keen interest in driving technological advancements.
  • Lead critical infrastructure transformation
  • Work at the forefront of OT innovation

About Our Client

This organisation is a well-regarded entity within the energy and natural resources industry. Known for its commitment to innovation and excellence, it operates as part of a large organisation and is dedicated to delivering impactful projects that meet industry demands.

Job Description

  • Lead end-to-end delivery of OT and SCADA projects, ensuring outcomes meet scope, time, cost, and quality objectives.
  • Manage upgrades, integrations, and deployments of OT Infrastructure (SCADA, PLC, RTU etc.)
  • Coordinate with operations, engineering, IT, and vendors to ensure seamless project execution with minimal operational disruption.
  • Oversee vendors and system integrators, ensuring delivery meets technical and contractual requirements.
  • Identify and manage risks, ensuring compliance with safety, regulatory, and OT cybersecurity standards.
  • Drive stakeholder engagement, governance reporting, and executive communication.
  • Embed cybersecurity and resilience considerations into all OT/SCADA initiatives.
  • Lead change, commissioning, and handover activities to ensure successful operational adoption.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Senior OT Project Manager should have:

  • 10+ years of project management experience, with significant exposure to OT environments and managing projects in the energy and natural resources industry.
  • A solid understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills to manage diverse teams and stakeholders.
  • Proven delivery of SCADA/ICS projects in water utilities, energy, mining, or heavy industry.



Strong understanding of:

  1. Industrial control systems (PLC, RTU, SCADA architectures)
  2. OT/IT convergence
  3. Industrial communication protocols
  • Experience managing complex, high-risk infrastructure projects.
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive hourly rate between AUD 125 and AUD 145, depending on experience.
  • Opportunity to work on impactful projects in the energy and natural resources sector.
  • Flexible and temporary role offering a work-life balance.
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment within a large organisation.



If you're ready to take on this exciting role as a Senior OT Project Manager, we encourage you to apply now or reach out to Dev Choudhary on 0466379111 or devchoudhary@michaelpage.com.au

Don't miss the chance to contribute to transformative projects in the energy and natural resources industry.

Contact
Dev Choudhary
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7031432
Phone number
+61730186324

Job summary

Function
Information Technology
Specialisation
Project & Programme Management
Industry
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Brisbane
Job Type
Temporary
Consultant name
Dev Choudhary
Consultant phone
+61730186324
Job Reference
JN-062026-7031432
Work from Home
Work from Home or Hybrid

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

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