Senior ICT Project Manager

1 day ago

Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Hays Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year
  • Lead strategic IT projects with real business impact
  • Work closely with senior stakeholders in a flexible setup
  • Join a government-backed organisation driving transformation

Your new company

This public sector organisation based in Newcastle plays a key role in supporting long-term workforce. With a strong focus on strategy, technology, and service delivery, they're investing in modernising their IT capabilities to better serve their stakeholders and drive meaningful outcomes.

Your new role

As a Senior IT Project Manager, you'll take ownership of major technology initiatives-leading end-to-end delivery across planning, governance, risk, and stakeholder engagement. You'll be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to quality standards, while applying the most suitable methodology for each initiative, whether predictive or adaptive. You'll work closely with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to ensure project outcomes transition smoothly into business operations.

What you'll need to succeed

To thrive in this role, you'll bring:

  • Proven experience managing large-scale IT projects involving cybersecurity, infrastructure, data, and digital solutions.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across diverse teams.
  • A flexible approach to delivery, with hands-on experience using methodologies like Agile, Waterfall, PRINCE2, and Kanban.
  • A strategic mindset, capable of aligning project scope with business priorities and navigating complex stakeholder environments.
  • Familiarity with tools such as Jira and Confluence, and a solid understanding of governance, risk, and change management.

What you'll get in return

You'll be part of a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation and impact. Enjoy a flexible work environment with a mix of office and remote days, a collaborative culture, and the opportunity to lead meaningful projects that shape the future of IT delivery in the public sector.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or email me directly at

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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