Project Manager

Contract Type:

Contract

Location:

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Industry:

Information & Communication Technology (ICT)

Salary:

$160.00 - $190.00 Hourly

Contact Email:

zarinaf@whizdom.com.au

Date Published:

29-Sep-2025

Project Manager

About the Client

Our client is a high-profile government agency at the forefront of national security and intelligence. Operating in a dynamic and highly secure environment, the agency plays a critical role in safeguarding Australia’s interests through advanced data capabilities and strategic operations. This is a great opportunity to contribute to a mission of national importance, working with cutting-edge technologies and sensitive information in a role that directly impacts Australia's safety and prosperity.

About the Role

We are seeking highly skilled Project Managers to work within the organisation:

You will:
  • Lead and manage multi-disciplinary project teams, overseeing strategic planning, governance, and HR functions.
  • Provide clear leadership, set performance standards, manage team performance, delegate tasks, and support staff development.
  • Oversee project delivery, including schedule, risk, budget, and resource management, and prepare reports and briefings.
  • Apply established project management methodologies and operational procedures to ensure effective execution.
  • Engage stakeholders and manage risks, using communication and negotiation skills to influence outcomes and support decision-making.

The Successful Candidate
  • Will have a minimum of 4 years’ experience in a Project Management position
  • Hold certifications in project management, or other relevant qualifications
  • Will be proficient in project managements methodologies such as PRINCE2, SaFE etc.
 
What’s on Offer
  • A unique opportunity to contribute to national security.
  • A long-term contract with potential extensions.
  • Competitive hourly rates and a supportive team culture.

Why partner with Whizdom?

We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:

  • We pay our contractors same day you submit your timesheet!
  • We are Level 3, DISP certified and have signed the Veteran Employment Commitment and been awarded the highest level of compliance to this important initiative, proactively assisting veterans transitioning from the forces to civilian roles. We’ve been lucky enough to win industry awards for our high level of process compliance and are ISO 9001 certified. Our commitment to reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions has been accredited in line with large global organisations.
  • We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.

Location: The role can be based from ACT, QLD or VIC.

Contract terms: 12 months from commencement date, plus potential extensions

Security Requirements: Current TSPV Clearance required.

How to Apply: Please upload your resume to apply. Please note you will need to complete selection criteria to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates.
Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks.
Applications open until 4pm 10 October 2025.
Reach Zarina on 0480 002 504 or zarinaf@whizdom.com.au for any further information.
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