Industry Development and Innovation Leader

Req ID:469323 

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the Industry Development and Innovation Leader based in Melbourne we are looking for?

About the role:

We have a unique opportunity for an Industry Development and Innovation Leader to join our Team. In this role you will develop and implement Alstom’s Industry Development, Innovation and Local Content activities in Victoria. This will involve increasing local participation, local export, innovation, social procurement and local workforce development, in collaboration with government and industry partners. You will also need to provide technical support in assessing Research & Development (R&D) needs for our projects as well as gap and opportunity analysis for the wider industry.

We’ll look to you for:

• In collaboration with procurement, HR, project teams and others, manage the implementation of the Local First Strategy to achieve objectives for each of the key focus areas.
• Create and deliver Innovation and R&D initiatives and processes for further development of the rolling stock industry.
• Strategic oversight and day-to-day management of the Mobility Supply Chain Centre of Excellence (MSCCE):
  • Oversee activities within the R&D Institute and E3H to ensure all targets, commitments and initiatives are realised in accordance with the relevant plans and programs.
  • Oversee the implementation of supply chain development, workforce development, employment and social procurement partnerships and programs.
  • Manage reporting obligations
  • Work with the Industry Development and Stakeholder Engagement Director to expand the activities of the MSCCE at ANZ level.
• Create and maintain processes that foster a culture of innovation at all levels of the organisation and our supply chain and develop processes for tracking, and measuring the effectiveness of innovation initiatives.
• Provide the main liaison to the APAC Innovation Station to identify opportunities to promote local business capabilities internationally and ensure local project teams are informed of innovation outcomes from the APAC Innovation Station that could be applied to ANZ projects.

All about you:

• Hold relevant tertiary engineering qualifications (Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronics or similar)
• Strong technical competence in relevant transport products and systems
• Demonstrate excellent leadership and management abilities
• Exhibit strong commercial, negotiation, and financial skills, with a capability to mitigate risks
• Have a track record of successful project management
• Preferably have prior experience in a similar role within the rail, infrastructure, or transport industry
• Display outstanding communication and presentation skills.

Things you'll enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey - the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You'll also:

• Have the opportunity to develop your career in global industry leader.
• Receive 18 weeks paid parental leave.
• Have access to a free corporate gym membership.
• Receive free salary continuity insurance.
• Be eligible for additional leave days.
• Have free access to Alstom University (1000's of courses and learning material).

You don't need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you'll be proud. If you're up for the challenge, we'd love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we're an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 70+ countries we operate in. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

An agile, inclusive and responsible culture is the foundation of our company where diverse people are offered excellent opportunities to grow, learn and advance in their careers. We are committed to encouraging our employees to reach their full potential, while valuing and respecting them as individuals. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability and other minority groups to apply.

We recognise that embracing flexibility & inclusivity is the smarter way of working. Please speak with us about your individual needs or if any workplace adjustments are required. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process please email: hr.accessibility@alstomgroup.com.

For internal applicants, please ensure you confirm your eligibility to apply with your Supervisor and relevant Human Resources representative prior to submitting an application.

As part of the application process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment reference and medical checks, including drug and alcohol testing.