Advanced Projects Manager (Engineering)

Position Details

• Continuing position | Full-Time
• Higher Education Officer Level 8 | $116,349 - $128,806 pa | 17% Superannuation
• Location: Tonsley, Kaurna Country
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About the Role
Flinders University is seeking an experienced Advanced Projects Manager (Engineering) to lead the planning, development and delivery of complex engineering, manufacturing and technical projects across research, industry engagement, defence-related activities and specialist capabilities.

Embedded within Engineering and Manufacturing Services, you will lead projects from concept and business case development through procurement, installation, commissioning and operational readiness. You will provide technical leadership across specialised equipment, facilities and systems, while leading a multidisciplinary team of engineers, technicians and project staff to deliver safe, innovative and high-quality outcomes.

In this position, you will:

• Lead complex engineering, manufacturing and technical projects from concept to delivery.
• Manage budgets, procurement, risk, resources, commissioning and operational readiness.
• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team of engineers, technicians and project staff.
• Oversee specialised facilities and equipment, ensuring safety, compliance, reliability and continuous improvement.
• Build strong relationships with researchers, industry partners, suppliers and contractors to deliver successful project outcomes.

This position is open to candidates with Australian Work Rights. Relocation support is available.

About You:
You are an experienced engineering, technical or project leader with a proven track record delivering complex projects in specialised technical, manufacturing, research or facilities environments. You bring strong technical expertise, commercial and financial awareness, and the leadership capability to manage multidisciplinary teams and diverse stakeholders.

You will demonstrate:

• Proven experience delivering complex engineering, manufacturing, technical or research projects.
• Strong project management capability across budgets, procurement, risk, resources and commissioning.
• Experience leading and developing multidisciplinary technical teams.
• Experience working with specialised equipment, facilities, laboratories, workshops or manufacturing environments.
• Strong communication, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills, with a commitment to innovation and continuous improvement.

About Flinders Factory of the Future:
Flinders Factory of the Future is a transdisciplinary advanced manufacturing Research Hub connecting industry with world-class research, expertise and emerging technologies. Through practical, evidence-based solutions, the Factory helps manufacturers embrace Industry 5.0, improve productivity and workforce capability, and achieve sustainable growth. It also provides a platform for technology providers and industry partners to collaborate, demonstrate innovation and accelerate the adoption of cutting-edge manufacturing solutions.

Life at Flinders
They say know your place. We say you've found it right here.

Flinders University was founded on the belief that learning should open minds, celebrate individuality and give people the freedom to pursue their own point of view. That spirit lives on in our community of thinkers, doers and changemakers who challenge convention, and each other, to shape what comes next.

Rising to a challenge is nothing new for Flinders. During our first 60 years, we've navigated revolutionary changes in social and cultural norms, and have responded to transformative economic, environmental and technological developments. Through it all, we've continued to deliver for our students and community, innovating in learning and research to prepare graduates for the changing world they help create.

So, why work at Flinders?

• 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options
• Flexible working arrangements
• Wide range of professional development activities and services
• We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff
• Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia).
• Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan
• Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy

Prescribed Conditions for Employment

• A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will be required by Flinders University before the successful applicant can commence in this position. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role.
• The successful candidate must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance (NV1).

How to Apply and Information

To apply online, please visit the Jobs@Flinders website via the job portal: JR0000017482 Advanced Projects Manager (Engineering).

• As well as a CV, you are required to submit a suitability statement of no more than 3 pages, addressing the Key Position Capabilities of the position description.
• For more information regarding this position, we strongly encourage you to contact Anthony Papageorgiou.

Applications to be submitted before 10:00 pm (ACST) on Sunday, 27 September 2026.

Please note, late applications and applications sent via agencies will not be accepted**.**

At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.