Job Description

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- You can be based out of NSW, ACT, QLD, SA or VIC for this role
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- You can be based out of NSW, ACT, QLD, SA or VIC for this role
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Lead the launch of recent centres. Drive successful acquisitions. Shape high-performing teams.

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We are seeking an experienced Greenfields Project Manager to lead the successful launch of new childcare centres and the integration of acquired centres into a growing national network.

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This is a highly visible role that brings together multiple stakeholders across operations, people and culture, marketing, property, quality, compliance, and commercial teams to ensure centres are set up for long-term success.

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About the Role As Project Manager - Greenfields, you will oversee multiple projects simultaneously, managing activities from planning and pre-launch through to opening, integration, and handover.

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You will be responsible for coordinating cross-functional teams, driving project outcomes, managing risks, and ensuring centres are operationally ready to deliver exceptional experiences for children, families, and team members from day one.

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Alongside project delivery, you will contribute to the ongoing development of launch frameworks, playbooks, and improvement initiatives that support future growth.

Key Responsibilities n

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- Lead the end-to-end launch of new childcare centres, ensuring projects are delivered on time and ready for operation.
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- Manage the integration of acquired centres, creating a smooth and well-organised transition for all stakeholders.
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- Coordinate cross-functional teams across operations, property, marketing, recruitment, quality, compliance, and commercial functions.
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- Support operational due diligence activities for acquisition projects.
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- Develop and implement launch and integration plans that drive strong early performance.
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- Monitor project timelines, milestones, risks, and dependencies.
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- Build positive relationships with internal stakeholders, external partners, and vendors.
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- Develop and refine launch playbooks, tools, and best-practice processes.
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- Support centre leadership teams through launch and hypercare periods.
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- Drive accountability and maintain momentum across multiple concurrent projects.
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About You n

You are a proactive and outcomes-focused project professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys bringing people together to achieve shared goals.

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- Proven project management experience in multi-site, operational, retail, healthcare, education, childcare, property, or service-based environments.
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- Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.
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- Strong planning, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
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- Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
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- Confidence working through ambiguity and adapting to changing priorities.
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- A collaborative leadership style with the ability to influence and drive results.
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- Experience in childcare, centre operations, acquisitions, or new site launches will be highly regarded but is not essential.
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Success in this Role You will be recognised for: nn
- Delivering new centre openings on schedule.
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- Successfully integrating acquired centres into the network.
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- Building capability and confidence within centre leadership teams.
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- Driving strong operational performance during launch and hypercare phases.
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- Creating scalable tools, playbooks, and processes that support future growth.
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What We're Looking For nn
- Outcome focused and commercially minded.
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- Resilient, adaptable, and solutions driven.
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- Comfortable working at pace and making decisions with incomplete information.
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- Strong structured thinker with excellent project planning capability.
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- Able to influence, challenge, and hold stakeholders accountable when required.
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- Committed to building positive relationships and high-performing teams.
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If you are a driven project leader who enjoys managing complex projects, building strong stakeholder relationships, and delivering successful outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

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Guardian Childcare & Education values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected, and supported to progress.

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We are also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.

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At Guardian Childcare & Education, children's safety and wellbeing are our top priority. We have zero tolerance for any form of abuse or harm. We rigorously screen all potential team members, requiring a 10-year verifiable resume, 5 years of direct manager references, and other security checks to ensure they meet our high standards.

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- for those who have not been in employment that long, these expectations will be adjusted.
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📌 Project Manager - Greenfields (New South Wales)
🏢 Guardian Childcare & Education
📍 New South Wales