SMS Project Manager
16 hours ago
INSPIRED BY CURIOSITY. UNITED BY PURPOSE. COMMITTED TO YOU.
- Vacancy Number: 139
- Position Title: SMS Project Manager
- Employment Status: Fixed Term Contract (1 January August 2026)
- Department: ED Student Engagement, International & Community Partnerships
- Location: Preston
- Award Classification: Melbourne Polytechnic Academic Professional Staff Agreement (Over Agreement)
- Salary: $140,000 - $150,000 plus superannuation
- Hours per Week: 38
- Applications Close: Wednesday 15th October 2025
Melbourne Polytechnic has been a leader in practical, real-world education since 1912. We offer:
- Industry-led, hands-on training
- Inclusive, future-focused environments
- A strong commitment to staff wellbeing
- A culture built on curiosity, collaboration, and care
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Project Manager to contribute to impactful outcomes in the Student Engagement, International & Community Partnerships department. You'll play a key role in delivering strategic and operational services aligned with Melbourne Polytechnic's values.
Key Responsibilities- Lead project management functions including release management, testing, reporting, risk and change request management.
- Collaborate with vendors, domain leads, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely and efficient implementation.
- Own and manage the SMS implementation framework and ensure alignment with the overall project plan.
- Coordinate delivery and release of solutions, ensuring traceability and resolution of issues and risks.
- Manage contracts, onboarding, and resource allocation.
- Support transition to BAU and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
- Tertiary qualifications in Project Management, Business, IT, or equivalent experience.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
- Extensive knowledge of SMS and CRM systems in the VET or HE sector.
- Proven experience in managing complex projects on time and within budget.
- Proficiency in project tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Confluence) and Agile/Scrum methodologies.
- Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.
Successful candidate will be required to provide:
- A valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check (WWCC)
- A National Police Check
through Melbourne Polytechnic's careers portal. There, you will be able to view the full Position Description and upload your documents.
Please:
- Complete all pre-screening questions
- Upload your CV and a brief cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience, and personal attributes align with the Key Skills and Experience in the PD
- If applying for a teaching role , upload combined copies of your relevant qualifications and provide your USI VET Transcript (if available):
- Include the transcript link (from your USI Student Portal) in your cover letter, and upload the transcript PDF under the qualifications section
File Requirements:
Each file must be under 2MB. PDF is preferred (Word .doc or .docx also accepted). Avoid special characters in filenames (e.g. , @ # % *).
Selection ProcessOur process includes:
- An interview (in-person or via Microsoft Teams)
- Reference checks
- Employment and qualification verification
Contact: Recruitment Team
Email:
Diversity and InclusionMelbourne Polytechnic is an equal opportunity and child-safe employer. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with a disability, people from diverse cultural backgrounds and gender identities.
Recruitment AgenciesMelbourne Polytechnic manages all recruitment directly. We do not accept unsolicited applications from agencies unless engaged through the State Purchasing Contract and with prior written approval.
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