Senior Project Manager

vanderlande· Vanderlande Industries Australia PTY Ltd
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📍 Sydney, AustraliaFull time
Full timeVanderlande Industries Australia PTY Ltd

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Job Title

Senior Project Manager

Job Description

 Effective April 1, 2026, Toyota Automated Logistics brings together Bastian Solutions, Vanderlande’s warehousing business, and viastore under one unified brand. During this transition phase, parts of our recruitment activities and communication may still be conducted via legacy company systems and email domains.

Job Posting Title:
Senior Project Manager

At a glance:

As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for delivering large-scale warehouse automation projects that help our customers improve efficiency, productivity, and operational performance. Leading multidisciplinary teams across engineering, software, controls, installation, and commissioning, you will oversee project delivery from planning through to successful completion.

You'll play a critical role in building strong customer relationships, managing commercial and operational performance, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. This is an exciting opportunity to lead high-profile automation programs while further developing your leadership and project delivery expertise within Toyota Automated Logistics.

Your Impact:
 

  • Lead the delivery of large and complex warehouse automation projects from contract award through to customer handover.

  • Take ownership of project safety, scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk management, and overall financial performance.

  • Develop and execute integrated project plans, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and resources to achieve project objectives.

  • Build strong customer relationships and act as the primary point of contact throughout project delivery.

  • Lead commercial activities including change management, variations, claims, and contractual matters.

  • Provide clear project governance, reporting, and stakeholder communication while proactively managing risks and opportunities.

  • Mentor project team members and drive continuous improvement, operational excellence, and best-practice project delivery.

What makes you a great fit:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management or related discipline. 

  • 10+ years of project management experience delivering large-scale industrial, automation, material handling, infrastructure or related engineering projects. 

  • Demonstrated experience managing projects with significant commercial and contractual complexity. 

  • Strong understanding of project controls, scheduling, budgeting, risk management and change management. 

  • Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary project teams within a matrix organization. 

  • Strong customer-facing and stakeholder management skills, including engagement with senior customer leadership. 

  • Sound commercial acumen with experience managing project financial performance and contractual obligations. 

  • Excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills. 

  • Experience working in international and multicultural environments. 

  • Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent) desirable. 

  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required. 

What you can look forward to:

  • A leading role on one of Australia's most significant automation programs.

  • Exposure to innovative technologies and complex delivery challenges

  • Collaboration with experienced local and international teams.

  • Opportunities to grow your leadership and commercial expertise.

  • The backing and opportunities of the global Toyota Group.

Ready to join Toyota Automated Logistics? We look forward to hearing from you!
We look forward to your application. No cover letter is required, just send us your CV and relevant qualifications.

Your contact for questions:
nada.vidakovic@eu.toyota-al.com

Who we are:
At Toyota Automated Logistics, you actively shape the future of intelligent intralogistics. As part of Toyota Industries Corporation (TICO), we are a global partner for integrated warehouse automation solutions. Founded in April 2026, we bring together the strengths of Bastian Solutions, viastore, and Vanderlande’s warehousing business under one unified brand.

Together, we develop scalable automation systems, intelligent software, and end‑to‑end services across the entire lifecycle for customers around the world. Our ambition is clear: to set industry benchmarks and actively shape the future of intralogistics.

Diversity & Inclusion:
At Toyota Automated Logistics, we believe diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to equal opportunities and an inclusive work environment, and base our hiring decisions on qualifications, potential, and motivation. Support or adjustments during the application process are available upon request.

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This Senior Project Manager role at vanderlande is based in Sydney, Australia. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Senior Project Manager role at vanderlande full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Senior Project Manager role in the Vanderlande Industries Australia PTY Ltd department at vanderlande.
Which team or department does the Senior Project Manager at vanderlande belong to?
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When was the Senior Project Manager job at vanderlande posted?
This Senior Project Manager position at vanderlande was posted on Aug 14, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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