Kardex AutoStore is seeking a motivated self-starter to be in the role of Engineering Manager - Projects. This full time position is to be based in either Sydney and shall report to the Regional Director of Operations APAC AutoStore.

The Engineer Manager – Projects’ main target is the management of AutoStore projects from contract to final acceptance. In close cooperation with sales, he contributes already in-the-sales phase to the potential project with his know how and experience. He supports a smooth transition from the sales into the implementation phase and later into the service phase. He/she shall be comfortable working in a startup environment and is open for a wide range of tasks at different locations.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

End-to-End Delivery: Manage AutoStore projects from contract signing to final customer acceptance.

Planning & Budgeting: Establish, implement, and monitor project schedules, budgets, and engineering strategies.

Process Improvement: Introduce lean project organizations, standard design solutions, and efficient templates or calculation tools.

Financial Optimization: Identify and implement strategies to financially improve project margins during execution.

Stakeholder & Client Relations

Sales Collaboration: Support project sales and ensure smooth transitions from sales to realization and service.

Client Advisory: Maintain constant customer communication, evaluate project changes, and negotiate solutions.

Cross-Functional Alignment: Liaise with marketing, research, and manufacturing managers on engineering aspects and solution design.





Technical & Quality Leadership

Operations Oversight: Direct, coordinate and optimize engineering and technical operations across the organization.

Compliance & Standards: Ensure all plans and specifications conform to laws, regulations, and safety standards.

Technical Review: Interpret drawings and advise on construction, production, and maintenance methods.

Innovation: Contribute to research and development projects to differentiate solution offerings.

Team Development

Onboarding & Training: Train, onboard, and support new colleagues locally and across other locations.

REQUIREMENTS

Education: Tertiary qualification in Business administration or technical degree in engineering or a similar field.

Minimum 5 years’ experience with project management.

Proven portfolio of managed projects.

Experience with project and team management.

Detailed understanding of logistics and IT processes.

Microsoft office suite knowledge including OneNote.

English – fluent (both spoken and written).

Travel within the region – High.

Behaviours & competence required to perform this role:

Motivation to be a key member in setting up a new business (start-up environment).

Entrepreneurial thinking and acting.

Self-driven, result oriented with positive outlook to success.

Advanced trouble-shooting skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Transparent focus on high quality and ensuring all the customers' needs are met.

Ability to establish effective working relationships across the boundaries.

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📌 Engineering Manager - Projects (New South Wales)
🏢 Kardex Remstar
📍 New South Wales