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O.C.M.S. Project Manager

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About this opportunity

Yarra Trams requires a OCMS Project Manager on a Fixed Term Contract for 12 months to deliver IT/OT projects as part of the OCMS function for the Yarra Tram’s franchise commitments. Reporting to the Team Lead, Program Management this role will:

Partner with OCMS and Business stakeholders to manage project plans, deliverables and resource requirements working with delivery teams and vendors.
Align projects to the Yarra Trams project methodology standard.
Plan and deliver projects within defined budget, schedule, and quality targets.
Liaise and negotiate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure all requirements are gathered and analysed, and that expectations are managed.
Ensure that all activities and responsibilities of the designated project meet relevant standards and are aligned to OCMS strategy.
Deliver OCMS projects in line with the OCMS Delivery Framework.
Communicating and consulting effectively across functions.
Provide timely reports on projects delivery.
Effectively plan and budget to ensure projects are delivered within scope, to standards and on budget.

About you

Ideally you will have:

Tertiary qualifications in Information Technology and/or significant proven experience, relevant to this discipline
Project Management certification (PMBoK, RegPM, Prince2) or formal training equivalent
Six years of project management experience in ICT/OT domain.
Experience in delivering medium-to-large scale projects using structured methodologies.
Experience in managing different projects simultaneously.
Proven experience in managing projects in the business applications domain (e.g. Applications implementation, Applications upgrade and/or migration).
Proven experience in managing projects related to Workforce Management applications.
Experience in managing technical specialists, business analysts and managing vendors to contracts.
Knowledge of Project Management methodology and demonstrated expertise in applying sound project management practices and principles to projects.
Strong written and verbal communications skills.
Knowledge of different Project Management Methodologies such as Waterfall and Agile as well as project scheduling tools.
Experience in the resolution of project roadblocks and issues.
Experience in ICT project delivery in local public transport and/or transport and logistics organisations (preferred).
Experience or exposure to projects related to Hastus (preferred).

Applications close 23 January 2026

Why Yarra Trams?

At Yarra Trams, we foster a workplace grounded in respect, celebrating diversity and embracing inclusivity. You’ll also enjoy the following benefits:

A free travel pass for Victoria’s Public Transport Network
Competitive salary and great conditions
Professional development
Career growth opportunities
A commitment to your health and wellbeing including free flu vax, discounted gym membership, and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Parental Leave for primary caregivers

About Yarra Trams

Yarra Trams is proudly operated by Yarra Journey Makers, a joint venture between Transdev Australia and John Holland. We work with the Department of Transport and Planning, alongside its transport agencies and operators to provide a fully integrated, sustainable transport service for the people of Melbourne.

We're all Journey Makers, connecting people and communities across Melbourne. We’re committed to caring for each other, our passengers, and the communities we serve. Our Diversity & Inclusion Strategy is a key pillar and as an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and encourage candidates of all ages, those with disabilities, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage to apply.

Please note, our selection process includes pre-employment checks, such as a police check and a medical assessment. Yarra Trams employees are required to adhere to Yarra Trams Policies and Procedures such as, but not limited to, Health and Safety Policy, Equal Employment Opportunity & Workplace Bullying Policy, Drug and Alcohol Management Program Policy (including drug and alcohol testing programs).

If you would like further details about an advertised role, or if you require an adjustment in the application process, or any other information in alternate formats please email careers@yarratrams.com.au or call 1800 800 007

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