Project Manager

Location: Brisbane, Australia

Report to: Regional Manager- Project Management (ANZ/SAS)

At JBT Marel, what we do matters, we know that the contribution of our employees leads to the success of our business.
Our purpose is to transform the future of food; this guides our vision of being the global leader in food and beverage technology, by harnessing the full power of JBT Marel to partner with our customers and pioneer sustainable innovation.
Our values show who we are at our best. As we Create with Collaboration, Serve with Integrity, Grow with Excellence, and Advance with Innovation.

The Opportunity

PURPOSE:

•    JBTM is a multinational company dealing with Food Processing Technology.
•    The position is responsible for the Managing Projects in ANZ region. 
•    PM shall be responsible for company targets in terms of Sales, maintaining GM% and POC
•    PM shall support the customer care team to provide budgets during pre-sales stage.
•    PM shall forward weekly/monthly project reports regularly.  Reports include forecast of costs, variances and risks.
•    Manage multiple projects simultaneously
•    Project management shall include intercompany communication with various JBTM manufacturing units and technology centers. 
•    PM shall handle sourcing, negotiation from suppliers and seeking approval
•    Job shall also include supporting sales, application and aftermarket departments.   
•    Project manager may also be called on to handle projects within the company and APAC region. Will execute other additional duties as required.
•    Job entails lots of travel within ANZ region and at times, APAC and worldwide  

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES / ACCOUNTABILITY:
•    To Manage Projects in terms of Scope, Time, Budget and safety
•    Receives direction from management to set objectives for projects.
•    Demonstrates proficiency in using independent judgment.  Consistently and clearly demonstrates creativity and innovation in finding solutions.
•    Projects may involve new technology or new engineering content.
•    Defines project schedule.
•    Accurately able to forecasts costs for projects regularly
•    Anticipates potential risks and proactively solves problems using internal and external resources.
•    Train & develop juniors in technical and Project management capabilities
•    Develop & maintain customer relationship

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITY AREAS: 

• Responsible for developing project plans and schedules. Works with functional groups (Sales/applications, engineering, manufacturing, purchasing) to develop and assign tasks. 
• Responsible for effective customer communications throughout all phases of the project to customer signoff acceptance. 
• Responsible to verify final inspection and machine document status prior to shipping
• Plan and coordinate project installation as required with service, customer and outside contractors.
• Facilitate communications between cross company and functional teams to ensure that issues are identified and incorporated into schedules and processes, through all project phases.
• Effectively manage equipment suppliers and contractors 
• Responsible for ensuring Project Gross margins and overall costs.
• Management of Change Orders and extra work done
• Give feedback to Sales, Applications, Engineering, Manufacturing and Service on machines running in the field, to improve: design, manufacturing process, installation and future quotations
• Maintains an understanding and commitment to business goals and creates energy and action toward those goals.
• To be in charge to maintain the customer relationship
• Any other jobs / projects to be assigned by the supervisor as appropriate. 

QUALIFICATIONS:
•    This position requires a minimum of Bachelor of Engineering (electrical, mechanical, Chemical  etc.) 
•    Five to Ten Year experience in Project management and Engineering.
•    Exposure to Food technology processes & equipment. 
•    Some knowledge of fillers, closers, aseptic filling, refrigeration would be advantageous
•    Must demonstrate a thorough understanding of Project Management techniques and standards.
•    Verbal & written communication in English.
•    Handling international customers
•    Demonstrates effective leadership ability within a matrixed team environment and contributes significantly to team performance.  
•    Demonstrates interpersonal skills and effective communication across functional and managerial boundaries.
•    Ability to communicate effectively with management from various levels within the organization and customers.  

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

• Develop knowledge in multiple product lines JBTM has.
• Learn more about project coordination with different technical canters & manufacturing units
• Expansion of effective communication skills across cultural and global boundaries.

 
RELATIONSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Presently no direct reports. 
• PM has to coordinate team members from various functional groups, as required for project execution.
• Indicate internal/external contacts and purpose of contacts. 
• External contacts - Customers, Suppliers, Contractors
• Internal - Sales, Applications, Engineering, Manufacturing, Logistics, After Market, Management. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:  

• Approximately 60% of all work is performed in an office setting and 40% at sites- dependent on project complexity.  
• Extended periods of time will be at a computer terminal.  Possible exposure to hazards such as noise, heavy equipment, high & low temperature, chemicals, etc. while supervising work in production areas and field service applications.

Why work at JBT Marel

We are committed to our employees and will provide you with development and opportunities to allow you to be the best version of yourself at work, at home, and in your community.

• We foster a genuine inclusive team culture enjoying collaborative working across our global teams to deliver world-class projects.
• We encourage development - ensuring new experiences and challenges at JBT Marel to feed your growth!

Commitment To Diversity

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is a fundamental value to JBT Marel and critical to our future success. A thoughtful, focused, and sustained effort to work towards our DEIB goals is not just a principled choice, but also a business imperative.

Equal Opportunity Employment

JBT Marel provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and qualified applicants for employment. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. At JBT Marel, we apply this policy to all our employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit and business needs at the time.

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