Project Manager

  • 496978
  • Nanango, South Burnett Region, QLD, Australia, 4615
  • Engineering - Project Management
  • Fixed Term - Full-time

About the role

This is a 9-month fixed term opportunity located at Tarong Power Stations.

We are looking for a Project Manager to be responsible for the provision of project management services.  This responsibility includes the development and implementation of the various project phases of specific projects within operational assets and infrastructure, and interfaces with various groups to successfully deliver the designated projects.

The role will be responsible for the overall management and successful execution of designated projects, which includes all contractual, technical negotiations and technical outcomes through the provision of professional project management services.

Key activities include:

  • Ensure that all assigned projects and activities are carried out in compliance with applicable laws, regulations and permits, and company frameworks, policies and procedures.
  • Be accountable for the project meetings, liaising with key stakeholders; managing risk; managing change issues with affected groups and ensuring regular project communications.
  • Liaise with internal and external engineers/technical specialists and service departments of Stanwell Corporation, as appropriate, to obtain assistance in the attainment of engineering services, budgeted objectives or longer-term plans for the organisation.
  • Demonstrate effectiveness in the successful control and delivery of multiple, concurrent and competing projects/tasks/activities with positive cost, schedule, safety, environmental, quality and industrial relations outcomes.
  • Provide solid understanding of project management processes, drivers, objectives and a strong ability for problem solving.

About you

  • Strong technical experience and knowledge in power plant (or similar heavy industry) operation and processes.
  • Effective project path management and program deviation control, through identifying and managing program float, tracking issues and escalating contingencies.
  • A Diploma of Project Management (desirable)
  • Hold a Certified Practicing Project Manager (CPPM) Qualification (desirable).

Benefits:

  • Recognised as an Endorsed Employer for all Women by WORK180
  • Weekly pay + 12.75% super + annual incentive
  • Full income protection cover
  • Salary packaging options
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Buses provided from Kingaroy, Nanango and Yarraman
  • On-site canteen services
  • Access to learning and development (including LinkedIn learning)
  • Purchased and volunteer leave options
  • Health and wellbeing initiatives (e.g. EAP, Fitness Passport, skin checks, flu vaccines)
  • Access to Bright Spark – our rewards, recognition and discounts platform
  • Exceptional safety culture
  • Plus, a whole lot more!

About Stanwell

Stanwell is Queensland’s largest and most reliable electricity generator. We’re applying our forty years of experience in operational excellence to building a diverse portfolio including coal-fired power stations, renewable generation, storage, and firming to deliver Queensland’s future energy needs. Experience an organisation that lives by its values to care, adapt and deliver and is constantly responding to create an environment where respect, inclusivity, safety, and wellbeing are delivered.

What’s next?

To submit your application, please apply online with your CV.

Applications close: 11:55pm, 28th October 2025

Further information on Stanwell can be found online at www.stanwell.com

As part of the recruitment process, you may be required to undertake pre-employment checks (may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing). 

Inclusion and diversity is an important part of shaping Stanwell’s culture and how our workplace operates. We recognise and value that it’s essential to creating a safe, inclusive, and productive workplace.

We are proactive about giving our people opportunities to excel and truly be themselves. We enable this through diversity, fairness, and flexible work practices.

If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.

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