Project Manager - Major Projects
Ballarat, VIC
Join
a Leading Family-Owned Equipment Hire Company | Embrace Work Flexibility
Drive
Success through Exciting Major Projects Across Industries
Competitive
Compensation + Dual Cab Hilux & Fuel Card + Profit Share Scheme
About the Role
As part of our Major Projects division, you'll work alongside Tier 1
contractors across Ballarat and Western Victoria, managing a robust pipeline of major infrastructure, renewable energy, mining and transport projects, making it one of the most diverse and exciting growth regions in the state on major builds across the region.
This role is all about
coordination, influence and keeping projects running smoothly by ensuring
equipment, schedules, safety requirements and customer needs all line up.
What You'll Do
Manage
day-to-day project requirements and on-site coordination
Plan
and forecast equipment needs for large, fast-moving projects
Guide,
support and delegate across multiple stakeholders to keep operations
flowing
Build
strong working relationships with customers and suppliers
Prepare
project reports, monitor financial performance and support continuous
improvement
Complete
safety documentation and organise deliveries, subcontractors and
scheduling
Travel
to regional or remote sites as required
About you
You're someone who thrives in complex environments, stays
calm under pressure, and has a solid track record working in project or
site-based roles.
Proven
experience in a project,



site or operations role within construction,
infrastructure or related fields
Strong
influencing skills — able to coordinate people and tasks without formally
leading a team
Commercial
awareness and experience working with costs/P&Ls;
Excellent
multitasking and organisational ability
Solid
MS Office capability
Current
driver's licence
Why Join the Kennards Hire Family?
At Kennards Hire, you're not just doing a job - you're part
of a team that backs each other every day.
No matter your title, your
contribution matters.
And we reward it.
Here's why our team members stick
around:
Access
to Discounted Equipment Hire - Tackle your own DIY or home projects with
confidence using quality gear at a discounted rate.
Profit
Share Program - Share in the wins with performance-based bonuses paid
twice a year.
Salary
Continuance Insurance - Enjoy peace of mind with income protection after 5
years of service.
Leave
Conversion - Take more time off with up to 5 days of unused sick leave
converted into annual leave each year.
Paid
Parental Leave - Whether you're the primary or secondary carer, we've got
your back as your family grows.
Extra
1% Superannuation - Invest in your future with an additional 1% super
contribution after 5 years.
Salary
Sacrifice Options - Save on tax while growing your super.
WHEREFIT
Discounts - Enjoy exclusive deals on fitness memberships, activewear,
healthy meals, and wellness services.

📌 Projects Manager - Major Projects - West Region (Ballarat)
🏢 Kennards Hire
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