Senior Project Manager - IT

Flinders Adelaide Container Terminal · Adelaide

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About Flinders Port Holdings
Flinders Port Holdings own and operate Flinders Adelaide Container Terminal, the port of Port Adelaide as well as the six key regional ports of Port Giles, Port Lincoln, Wallaroo, Port Pirie, Klein Point and Thevenard.

We also provide integrated supply chain solutions through Flinders Warehousing and Distribution. Beyond ports, we deliver hydrographic survey services through HydroSurvey Australia.

Flinders Port Holdings is ranked as one of South Australia’s top 10 companies, with an annual turnover of more than $300 million. We employ over 650 people and indirectly support 24,000 jobs in South Australia.

Through our operations we facilitate over $25 billion in international trade annually and are the key platform for South Australian two-way trade in goods.

Role Overview

The Senior Project Manager IT is responsible for planning, executing, and delivering a diverse range of IT and business projects within scope, timeline, and budget. 

The role works across multiple initiatives and requires the ability to quickly understand new concepts, adapt to changing priorities and collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to drive successful project outcomes.

Please note this is a 12 month fixed-term contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and plans in collaboration with stakeholders and leadership, ensuring alignment on requirements, priorities and budgets;
• Lead projects end-to-end, coordinating project teams and delivery activities including change, communications, testing and implementation;
• Monitor progress, proactively manage risks and issues, resolve challenges and adapt to changing priorities to maintain project momentum;
• Facilitate clear communication and strong stakeholder engagement, providing regular updates, reports, and presentations on project status; and
• Maintain strong project governance, managing scope, budget, timelines, dependencies and changes while ensuring successful project outcomes.

About you

Your skills and experience will include:

• Bachelor of Computer Science, Information Technology, Project Management or equivalent level of skills and knowledge gained through experience;

• Previous experience successfully delivering complex IT or business transformation initiatives;
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools and best practices, with experience across the full project lifecycle;
• Ability to quickly understand new concepts, work across multiple priorities and thrive in a fast-paced and changing environment;
• Advanced communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships, validate requirements and work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders;
• Demonstrated ability to manage resources, budgets, and timelines effectively; and
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making and organisational skills.

You may already be an experienced Senior Project Manager looking for your next challenge, or a Project Manager ready to take the next step in your career.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a fast-paced environment and can quickly get across new business areas, technologies and challenges.

Benefits

Flinders Port Holdings know that people are central to everything that we do.

A career with us includes:

• Paid parental leave, up to 16 weeks for primary carers and 8 weeks for non-primary carers including superannuation guarantee on base wages (pro rata for part time employees) whilst on parental leave
• Ability to purchase an additional 2 weeks of annual leave per annum
• Up to 8 paid hours per annum to volunteer
• Up to 3 days per annum of Cultural Leave for First Nations employees
• $299 annual health and wellbeing subsidy
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Supportive, motivated and fun team environment
• An inclusive workplace that fosters diversity
• Dress for your day office attire
• Long-term career opportunities
• Generous Bonus Program

Even if you don’t think you quite meet all the criteria, we’d still love to hear from you. 

A pre-employment medical assessment (including drug and alcohol screening) is a requirement of this role, along with the ability to obtain and hold a Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC). If you don't currently hold an MSIC, don't worry we'll support you through the application process if you're successful. 

To be eligible for consideration, applicants must have the right to work in Australia. 

Please click on the link provided to submit your application, ensuring your Resume outlines your experience and qualifications.  

Applications close: 22 October 2026 

To Apply

Please click on the Apply button above to submit your application. Please note, email applications will not be considered.

Want to know more?
If you would like to understand more about the role you can email the following contact email.

Flinders Port Holdings is committed to providing an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accessibility support during the recruitment process, please contact our team via the email address above so we can assist you.

At Flinders Port Holdings, we're committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including people with disabilities, all age groups, the LGBTIQA+ community, and culturally diverse backgrounds, including First Nations People. Our team values diverse perspectives, believing that they enhance our work environment and benefit our customers. Join us, and be part of a workplace where everyone belongs.

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