Project Manager, Data-as-a-Service
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Manager to lead technology implementation projects within the mining industry. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in managing complex technology projects, with a specific focus on implementations, ongoing administration, and support. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including IT, operations, engineering, and external vendors to ensure that mining technology systems are deployed, integrated, and maintained efficiently.
Responsibilities
Project Management & Implementations
- Lead end-to-end technology implementation projects, from planning and design to deployment and stabilization.
- Define project scope, objectives, timelines, and deliverables in alignment with business goals.
- Coordinate with internal (IT, operations, and engineering) and external teams (IT, operations, maintenance, technical solutions) and external vendors to ensure smooth implementation of technology solutions.
- Develop detailed project plans, including resource allocation, budgets, risk management, and stakeholder communication.
- Ensure that all project milestones and deliverables are met on time and within budget.
- Conduct post-implementation reviews to ensure success and identify areas for improvement.
Technology Administration
- Oversee the ongoing administration of mining technology systems, ensuring they operate at peak performance.
- Collaborate with IT and engineering teams to maintain the integrity, security, and reliability of all technology systems.
- Manage relationships with vendors and service providers to ensure SLAs (Service Level Agreements) are met.
Support & Continuous Improvement
- Provide high-level support and troubleshooting for mining technology systems, working closely with the support teams to resolve issues efficiently.
- Ensure proper documentation and training materials are created and maintained for users and administrators.
- Develop and implement best practices for system maintenance, upgrades, and user support.
- Act as a point of escalation for technology-related issues, managing incidents, and ensuring resolution within acceptable timeframes.
- Champion continuous improvement efforts to enhance system performance, user satisfaction, and operational efficiency.
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, IT, Project Management, or a related field
- 5+ years project management experience
- Minimum of 5 years of project management experience, with a strong emphasis on technology implementation and support in the mining or industrial sector.
- Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Jira) and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
- Experience managing large-scale technology projects involving system integrations, upgrades, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Strong technical understanding of mining technology systems (e.g., Fleet management systems, automation, IoT solutions, etc.)
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification is a plus.
- Availability for 15% international travel
- Ability to work in remote and on-site mining environments as required.
Nice to Have
- Experience
- working in other functions involved in new product development: Support/Service, Software, Systems Engineering, Product Management, Sales, Product Marketing, etc.
- in new product development involving hardware
- in developing product involving complex certifications: safety, EMC/EMI, etc.
- working with complex systems
- Knowledge of
- Agile frameworks: LeSS, SAFe, Xtreme Programming
- Certification in
- Agile roles or frameworks
- project management
- product management
Wenco advances the efficiency and safety of the world’s surface mining equipment through our fleet management systems. We are committed to providing a stable yet exciting work place environment for individual employees to build and grow their career with the Company.
Wenco is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Disclaimer
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As our team experiences high volumes of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. To be considered, please ensure a resume is attached.
Other details
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- 31 McKechnie Dr, Eight Mile Plains QLD 4113, Australia