Project Manager | Manufacturing RelocationWe're partnering with a global manufacturing business currently going through a major operational transformation and facility relocation in Western Sydney.This is not your standard office move.
Far from it.The business manufactures specialist equipment used within confectionery and food production and is currently relocating its manufacturing and warehouse operations from near Liverpool to a brand-new site in Smeaton Grange.What the role involvesThis role is all about delivering a large-scale manufacturing and operational relocation with minimal disruption to the business.You'll step into a highly visible role where you'll coordinate stakeholders, suppliers, contractors, operational teams, timelines, risks, budgets, machinery transitions, and production continuity all while helping ensure the new facility becomes fully operational within project deadlines.The business already has confirmed work booking into next year, so keeping downtime and operational disruption to an absolute minimum is critical.You'll be the person steering the ship.What you'll be doingTaking ownership of the relocation project end-to-endManaging the move from the current site near Liverpool to Smeaton GrangeBuilding and driving project plans, timelines and operational milestonesCoordinating suppliers, contractors and stakeholdersSupporting production continuity during the moveEnsuring the relocation is delivered safely, on time and on budgetKeeping teams aligned, accountable and moving forwardWhat they're looking for: This business needs someone practical, commercially minded and genuinely hands‐on.
Someone who can confidently walk into a changing environment, build structure around complexity, and keep momentum moving without needing layers of direction.Ideally,



you'll bring experience across:Industrial or operational relocation projectsManufacturing or warehouse environmentsFacilities/site transitionsOperationally complex projectsCommissioning projectsEnd-to-end project managementThe type of person who'll do well herePractical and solutions-focusedCalm under pressureHighly organisedStrong communicator and stakeholder managerComfortable rolling their sleeves upNot "precious" about jumping in where neededCollaborative, accountable and proactiveStrong owner/operator mentalityAble to work autonomously and make decisionsWhy this role is genuinely interestingGenuine ownership and visibility across the businessHigh-impact transformation projectComplex operational relocation, not a standard office moveCollaborative workforce and long-standing team cultureOpportunity to help shape a critical operational transitionFlexibility & Project ExpectationsThere's initially a positive level of flexibility around how this role is structured, including days, hours, and overall working arrangements.
The business understands that the right person may be consulting, between projects, or balancing other commitments, so they're open-minded around what this looks like at the beginning.That said, as the relocation project ramps up and key operational milestones approach, there may be periods where additional availability is required, including the occasional Saturday, particularly during critical transition, machinery movement, or production-related phases of the move.They're ultimately looking for someone who understands the realities of operational project delivery and is happy to lean in when needed to help get the project over the line successfully.Please note, having your own vehicle will likely be ideal for this role, with plenty of free onsite parking available.We thank you for your interest, and rest assured your application will be reviewed by a human (us).
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📌 Project Manager | Manufacturing Relocation (New South Wales)
🏢 Doris Talent
📍 New South Wales