Operations Project Manager - Northern NSW

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About You

We are looking for an Operations Project Manager based in Newcastle, NSW. 

Reporting to the Regional Operations Manager (ACT & Southern NSW), this role is critical in delivering Otis projects safely, on time, and within budget.

You will lead the end-to-end execution of New Equipment (NE) and Modernisation (Mod) projects, as well as the Maintenance portfolio ensuring alignment with Otis’ Sales Installation Process (SIP) while collaborating closely with internal teams and external stakeholders.

What We Offer

• Permanent, full-time position

• Based in Newcastle (5 days office based or on-site)

• Competitive salary package – Base pay plus Super, car allowance and project incentive.

Your key responsibilities will include

• Lead the delivery of NE and Modernisation projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards

• Monitor project progress, proactively identify risks, and provide regular updates through project reviews

• Manage project planning, resourcing, and performance of installation teams

• Ensure all project documentation (reports, contracts, site diaries, safety records, and timesheets) is accurate and submitted on time

• Collaborate effectively with Sales, Contract Management, field teams, builders, consultants, and other stakeholders

• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, consultants, and regulatory bodies

• Drive compliance with Otis processes, particularly the Sales Installation Process (SIP)

• Lead and develop high-performing teams through coaching, support, and clear performance expectations

• Champion safety across all projects in partnership with the NSW/ACT Safety Manager, including audits, toolbox talks, and pre-start activities

What you will need to be successful

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction, Building, or a related discipline

• Mechanical or Electrical trade background (Preferred)

• 3–5 years’ experience in a project management or supervisory role within the lift/elevator industry

• Proven ability to lead teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

• Solutions-focused with sound problem-solving capability

• Highly organised, safety-focused, and able to work both autonomously and within a team

• Demonstrates a strong work ethic, integrity, and commitment to continuous improvement

Apply today and help us build what's next!

If you live in a city, chances are we will give you a lift or play a role in keeping you moving every day. 

Otis is the world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company. We move 2.4 billion people every day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide, the industry's largest Service portfolio.  

You may recognize our products in some of the world’s most famous landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, Burj Khalifa and the Petronas Twin Towers! We are 72,000 people strong, including engineers, digital technology experts, sales, and functional specialists, as well as factory and field technicians, all committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. We are proud to be a diverse, global team with a proven legacy of innovation that continues to be the bedrock of a fast-moving, high-performance company.  

When you join Otis, you become part of an innovative global industry leader with a resilient business model. You’ll belong to a diverse, trusted, and caring community where your contributions, and the skills and capabilities you’ll gain working alongside the best and brightest, keep us connected and on the cutting edge.  

We provide opportunities, training, and resources, that build leadership and capabilities in Sales, Field, Engineering and Major Projects and our Employee Scholar Program is a notable point of pride, through which Otis sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs.   

Today, our focus more than ever is on people. As a global, people-powered company, we put people – passengers, customers, and colleagues – at the center of everything we do.  We are guided by our values that we call our Three Absolutes – prioritizing Safety, Ethics, Quality in all that we do. If you would like to learn more about environmental, social and governance (ESG) at Otis click here.  

Become a part of the Otis team and help us #Buildwhatsnext! 

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