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Join to apply for the Transformation Project Management Office Lead role at George Weston FoodsJoin to apply for the Transformation Project Management Office Lead role at George Weston FoodsAbout UsGWF is one of the largest food manufacturers in Australia and New Zealand, employing around 6,000 people across 60 sites. GWFs product range is diverse and includes leading brands of breads, baked goods, smallgoods, flour, milled products, and animal feed. GWFs business units include Tip Top, DON, MAURI, and Jasol.About UsGWF is one of the largest food manufacturers in Australia and New Zealand, employing around 6,000 people across 60 sites. GWFs product range is diverse and includes leading brands of breads, baked goods, smallgoods, flour, milled products, and animal feed. GWFs business units include Tip Top, DON, MAURI, and Jasol.DONs heritage goes back to the late 1800s. Since the beginning, we have been passionate about crafting great-tasting meat products that Australians love. We produce ham, bacon, salami, smallgoods, and fresh pork.We take great pride in our skills, techniques, and brands, which have evolved over more than a century. Weve grown from a small family business to become one of Australias largest food manufacturers, now part of the GWF group.DON is also a leading Australian employer with offices and facilities in metropolitan and regional locations across the country. We take pride in being a responsible employer and a great place to work. We offer a safe and supportive environment where everyone can achieve their full potential.About The RoleAs the Transformation Project Management Office Lead, you will build and embed a fit-for-purpose enterprise project management office (EPMO) for DON. This is a 12-month max term contract with high visibility and impact.You will oversee the delivery of :15 strategic projects across capital, manufacturing, commercial, procurement and other business functions. With no direct reporting lines, you will influence and support project managers through disciplined frameworks, visibility of performance, and targeted coaching.This role requires executive-level presence to partner with the Senior Leadership Team and act as a critical friendinvesting in relationships, constructively challenging progress, and ensuring sustained transformation outcomes.ResponsibilitiesEstablish and lead the EPMO, shaping structure, cadence, implementing a standard governance structure and performance expectations.Oversee the transformation program (circa 15+ projects) ensuring timely delivery, budget alignment, and value realisation.Collaborate with sponsors to align projects to strategy, track delivery, and provide coaching and support.Monitor and report consolidated project metrics, outcomes, risks and interdependencies to SteerCos and SLT.Facilitate change adoption through DONs change model and build project delivery capability across the business.Build a central knowledge repository of reusable tools, templates and insights.Provide strategic insight and hands-on challenge, acting as a trusted advisornot a process enforcer.Drive continuous improvement across the project lifecycle and transformation governance.Why Join UsOur Purpose is to Craft food that brings out the good.When you work at DON, not only will you be part of a community crafting iconic products that people love, you will also enjoy a safe and supportive environment where you can be your authentic self, advance in your career if you choose to, be recognised and rewarded for your contributions, and make a positive difference in the community.We also work hard to ensure the programs and benefits we offer are competitive and reflect the needs and preferences of our people. They include (among others):Flexible work arrangementsCommunity partnerships and initiatives, including 2 volunteer days per yearDiscounted productsTraining and development programsVarious recognition programs and rewards, including an end-of-year celebrationHealth and wellness initiativesAbout YouYou are a results-focused transformation leader with:Proven experience as an EPMO or Transformation Office leader, ideally with experience establishing the function.A track record of delivering multiple large-scale business transformation projects simultaneously.Strong presence and gravitas to work closely with senior leadership and hold stakeholders accountable.Exceptional influencing, communication and coaching skills.Strong commercial acumen and ability to align projects with strategic outcomes.Experience in FMCG or food manufacturing (highly regarded).An MBA or similar qualification (desirable).Formal Project Management qualificationsFlexibility to travel to the DON Castlemaine factory 1 - 2 days per weekA collaborative, hands-on stylenot afraid to roll up your sleeves to solve issues and build capability.A continuous improvement mindset and ability to simplify complex challenges.ApplicationsTo apply for this opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter by clicking on the Apply'' button.At DON and George Weston Foods, we are an equal opportunity employer. We embrace inclusion and diversity and celebrate what makes us unique. We are committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and the provision of a safe and healthy work environment. So we can get to know you in the best possible way, we''re happy to adjust our recruitment process to support your accessibility needs. Please let us know your needs in providing a positive, barrier-free recruitment process via email to donpeopleandperformance@gwf.com.au.Applicants for this position may be required to undertake pre-employment screening tests including a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol tests, and a security/background check, which may also include a criminal record check. 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