Product Development Team Leader

Job Description

Country: Australia City: Sydney Req ID: 505427 At Leviat, you can build a future with a lasting legacy. Help us make great architecture possible. Responsibly and sustainably. For everyone, and with everyone. Because we’re one rich, vibrant global network of insight and expertise with c.3,000 people at c.60 locations globally, we are a global leader in connecting, fixing, lifting and anchoring technology for the construction industry. Purpose of the Role: The Product Development Team Leader leads the Forming & Reinforcing R&D Team with a focus on developing new products, as well as incremental development of existing products within those two categories. Work is prioritised and budgeted in accordance with strategic objectives determined by the Product Management Team. The Product Development Team Leader oversees the entire product development process, from the initial feasibility phase to implementation, following the Leviat innovation stage-gate process. Key Tasks & Responsibilities: Team leadership, management and accountability Product development project prioritisation and planning Management of the Leviat innovation stage-gate process on relevant projects Overseeing of product certifications and approvals within own perimeter Management of team training programme and continuing professional development Coordination of relevant fundamental research initiatives Communication interface with key stakeholders; both internal and external to the Leviat Product Organisation Minimum Requirements: Master’s degree in civil, structural or mechanical engineering Professional membership at charter level with a relevant engineering institution Minimum of five years experience in product R&D in a complex/matrix environment Excellent communication skills; fluency in English – both spoken and written Strong people leadership, with an ability to help a team develop and follow a common vision Travel and mobility flexibility at an international level, as required to manage effectively a diverse and remote team Robust organisational and product management approach What we offer? We are a global business, looking to attract and retain the best talent A culture that values opportunity for growth, development and internal promotion Highly competitive base pay Pension contribution Hybrid and flexible working dependent on your role A range of other benefits, specific to your role and depending on where in the world you join us i.e. health care, medical insurance, discounted shopping Ongoing personal learning and development support Leviat is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Please note that we cannot accept any applications submitted through email for GDPR purposes. Candidates must apply through our job portal. We do not accept candidate introductions for this position from recruitment agencies, unless you have been instructed to do so by our recruitment team. Date: 14 Jan 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr