About Port of Newcastle:

Port of Newcastle is more than a port. It exists to build Australia’s prosperity with responsible, integrated and innovative supply chain solutions.

With trade worth approximately $71 billion to the national economy each year, Port of Newcastle enables Australian businesses to successfully compete in international markets.

The port currently handles 4,697 ship movements and 166 million tonnes of cargo annually. With a deepwater shipping channel operating at 50% of its capacity, significant port land available and enviable access to national rail and road infrastructure, Port of Newcastle is positioned to further underpin the future prosperity of the Hunter, NSW and Australia.

As custodians of the region’s critical asset, Port of Newcastle is diversifying its trade as it strives to create a safe, sustainable and environmentally and socially responsible future.

Behind every ship movement, every tonne of cargo, are the people that keep the port operating. Our people are the engine room of our port. Port of Newcastle’s values influence how we develop our strategy, how we measure performance, how we treat our colleagues and how we approach our work at PON.

The Opportunity:

This 24-month fixed term role, ERP Delivery Lead, provides the chance to lead the next stage of the evolution of Port of Newcastle’s ERP Platform, TechnologyOne. Through the delivery of a defined program of work, this role is focused on improving performance, enhancing functionality and ensuring the platform aligns with business needs. You’ll work closely with systems users, business leaders and vendors to prioritise enhancements, resolve issues, streamline processes and support continuous optimisation. With the opportunity to influence how systems support day to day operations and long-term efficiency, this role plays a key part in strengthening digital maturity.

What you will bring:

You will bring practical proven experience in the planning and delivery of enhancements to ERP systems. With strong understanding of interpret system requirements and a passion to drive improvements that enhance usability and value, you will be responsible for defining and managing the end-to-end delivery of the agreed application changes. You will be skilled at engaging stakeholders, coordinating vendors and ensuring changes are well planned and successfully adopted. Your approach is proactive and structured with strong communication and analytical abilities.

What We Offer:

Port of Newcastle provides many benefits for our valued employees, a few of which are:

• Competitive salary, reviewed annually
• Agile work environment
• Focus on professional growth
• 26 week paid Parental Leave for primary carers
• Optional workplace giving program: supporting employees in giving back to the Newcastle community
• Work180 endorsement: PON is recognised as a top 101 employer for women in 2025
• Opportunity to be involved in PON’s Reconciliation Action Plan (Endorsed)

How to Apply:

Introduce yourself by submitting your cover letter and resume, outlining your relevant experience, qualifications and why you would like to join our team. If you have any questions about the role, please contact P&C Advisor, Zoe Ronalds at zoe.ronalds@pon.com.au

The Port of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to maintaining an inclusive environment for all employees. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged.

Port of Newcastle acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and waters of Newcastle Harbour, the Awabakal and Worimi People, and pays respect to all Elders past, present and emerging.