Project Manager in Newcastle

Eastlakes Security & Controls – Newcastle NSW

$100,000–$130,000 + Super, bonus Christmas Leave and your Birthday off — plus real flexibility and a genuine career path with a team that’s got your back.

Want flexibility working with a company that genuinely values family time and work-life balance? Would you love to be part of a close-knit team that works hard but enjoys what it does? Looking for a fresh challenge where you can learn, push the boundaries and grow? Keen to run projects installing the latest access control, CCTV and security technology on some of NSW’s most important sites? There are no boring jobs here!

Eastlakes Security & Controls is an electronic security company based in Gateshead, NSW. We deliver access control, CCTV, intruder alarm, intercom and integration projects for commercial and critical infrastructure clients, from power stations and substations to solar, wind and battery storage sites. So much variety, real responsibility, and a strong focus on getting everyone home safe to their families every day.

Business is growing, so we’re looking for a Project Manager to take ownership of our project delivery and help shape how we run projects into the future.

Here’s why working with us will be the best career move you ever make:

• $100,000–$130,000 + super, based on your experience and qualifications
• Monday–Friday 8:00am–4:30pm, with a rostered day off (RDO) every month
• Flexible working arrangements for the right person, so you can keep a healthy work-life balance
• Extra paid leave over the Christmas shutdown, on top of your standard annual leave
• A paid day off for your birthday
• Company phone (or phone allowance), plus a vehicle allowance as required
• We’re big on personal development, with plenty of room to grow and a genuine career pathway as the business grows
• You’ll work directly with the Directors and help shape how the business runs
• You’ll be part of a supportive, down-to-earth team that takes pride in its work

Your role will include:

• Taking ownership of projects from award through to handover, running several at different stages at once
• Running project handover and pre-start, then planning programmes and resources
• Managing budgets, procurement, variations, progress claims and forecasting
• Coordinating our technicians, suppliers and subcontractors
• Being the main point of contact for clients
• Quality assurance, health and safety, commissioning and client handover
• Helping fine-tune our systems and processes

What we need from you:

Essential

• At least 3–5 years of project management experience in the construction industry, such as electrical, security or similar trades
• A formal project management qualification (minimum Certificate IV in Project Management or similar)
• Strong attention to detail and pride in quality work
• A quick learner who’s comfortable picking up new systems
• A drive to improve productivity and find better ways of working
• Confident, professional communication with clients and teams
• Current Driver’s Licence

Desirable

• Technical experience or knowledge of the security industry
• Experience with access control, CCTV or alarm systems
• Estimating experience
• A Security Licence, or willingness to obtain one
• Construction Induction White Card, or willingness to obtain one
• Willing to undergo a criminal history check

Don’t tick every box? Don’t stress. Attitude, drive and the right project experience matter just as much to us.

Check us out at www.eastsec.com.au

Applications close 4th November 2026

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.

Security Master License: 000100104