Manager Project Management Office

• Join our dynamic and rapidly expanding team as we embark on an exciting journey of organisational growth and innovation, working towards our vision of becoming Australia's Port for the Future.
• Work on meaningful initiatives that will help create prosperity for the North Queensland's communities.
• Enjoy an environment that provides attractive benefits including flexibility, true work-life balance and generous opportunities for professional development.

About the Port

The Port of Townsville Limited (the Port) has been actively shaping the future of Townsville and North Queensland for 160 years.

Today, we are Australia's largest port for zinc, lead, copper, sugar and fertiliser. Additionally, we handle more motor vehicles and containerised goods than any other port in Northern Australia. The goods that flow through our ports are grown, mined, manufactured and used to better the lives of more than 800,000 people across a vast catchment area, spanning from Hinchinbrook to the Burdekin and west to Mount Isa.

On average, more than 8 million tonnes of goods, worth more than $10 billion, cross our wharves each year. Thanks to our customers, we are one of the country's most diverse ports, linking more than 30 different commodities to 130 ports in 44 countries.

The Townsville port is also an increasingly strategic forward mounting location in Australia's Defence capabilities, as well as an important tourism enabler due to its modern dedicated cruise ship terminal.

Working with us

The Port of Townsville is expanding its team of passionate and innovative professionals as we undergo a period of significant and sustainable growth.

We are currently undertaking the biggest port expansion in our history, trade volumes are expected to triple by 2050 as new projects in rare earth, critical minerals and renewable energy come to realisation and demand for Defence and cruise shipping capacity is rapidly increasing.

In the coming years we will be challenged to continue to deliver highly competitive day to day port operations, drive improvements in sustainability across all areas of the business and deliver major capital works projects that will ensure our capacity to facilitate the trade demands of the future.

We are currently looking for exceptional talent to join our team as we embark on this journey. Are you a proactive and ambitious individual with a passion for making a real impact? This is your chance to be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking environment where your ideas and contributions will be valued.

The Port provides a supportive workplace culture that is committed to improving diversity and fostering inclusivity. With a strong focus on nurturing growth and continuous learning, you'll have the resources and guidance to excel in your role and beyond.

About the role and you

The Manager Project Management Office (PMO) is responsible for supporting the General Manager Project Delivery on Port projects, to ensure the project outcomes and objectives are achieved in an efficient and effective manner.  This position will enable effective project governance and risk management, and lead the PMO capability across the department, ensuring all projects are scoped and managed.  You will also share key information about the performance of the Port's projects and the impact of their delivery for our organisation.

The Manager PMO will adhere to sound governance, risk management, financial management, project management and contract administration principles and will drive an environment of repeatable processes to minimise time taken and to ensure compliance, and optimal management of Port projects.

Experience you'll need

To be successful in the role, you will be required:

• Assist in the management of Port projects through the application of effective project and contract management skills and techniques, including project administration tasks where required
• Collaborate with Portfolio and Project managers and engineering and asset management teams to ensure that projects are delivered within the Project Management Framework
• Coordinate the ongoing schedule of works including activity definition, sequencing, estimated durations and clearly defined critical milestones and critical paths, and ensure project schedules are managed and reported against as required
• Coordinate project financials and budgets including resource planning, cost estimates, budgeting and cost control and finance applications and ensure accurate and timely reporting and forecasting of project costs against budget
• Monitor expenditure against projects within the scope of your accountability
• Maintain and monitor project plans, project/program schedules, work hours, budgets, and expenditures
• Assist GM Project Delivery and Project Managers in ensuring actions are completed and deadlines are met
• Maintain and monitor the Project Risk Register and coordinate progress reports on risk management plans with risk managers
• Coordinate Project Steering Committee meetings and other project meetings and ensure timely distribution of agenda and project reports and minutes and actions of meetings
• Provide the project delivery team with effective resource planning, coaching and mentoring including facilitating training and development
• Responsible for leading, coaching, and developing a high-performing team, fostering a positive workplace culture, and ensuring alignment with organisational goals to drive engagement, performance, and continuous improvement

For a more comprehensive understanding of the position's requirements, please refer to the Position Description available on our website.

Application process

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• Attach your current resume and a cover letter to your application
• Applications close 11pm Sunday, 28 September 2025

For enquiries, please contact -, noting that applications must be submitted via our recruitment site - email applications will not be accepted.

At the Port of Townsville, we value and celebrate the diversity of our community and recognise that it enriches our workplace. We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds to come forward, confident that you will be met with respect and consideration. We are committed to ensuring our working environment is safe and welcoming.

If you are an applicant who faces challenges due to cultural barriers or disabilities, please know that we are here to support you throughout the application process. We strive to create a welcoming and accessible recruitment experience for all candidates, and we encourage you to approach us if you require any assistance or accommodations.

Together, let's build a workforce that thrives on inclusivity and embraces the strengths that everyone brings to our team.